How many miles per gallon does the 2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid get in Houston driving?
Hyundai publishes an EPA-estimated city, highway and combined MPG rating for each 2027 Palisade Hybrid trim and drivetrain, and those ratings are the figures that apply to Houston driving. Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive trims are rated separately, so the drivetrain you pick changes the number.
Group 1 Hyundai Southwest Houston lists the Palisade among its new Hyundai models. That means you can compare the trims in person at 10301 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77074.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Houston. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Which 2027 Palisade Hybrid trim gets the best EPA mileage in Houston?
The Palisade Hybrid FWD Blue has the best EPA mileage of the three 2027 trims, rated at 34 mpg combined (fueleconomy.gov, 2027). It is the front-wheel-drive trim, and its lead holds in the city rating too.
The base front-wheel-drive trim is rated at 31 mpg combined, and the all-wheel-drive trim at 30 mpg (fueleconomy.gov, 2027). A buyer choosing between drivetrains is really choosing between those two numbers. Because the combined rating weights city driving at 55%, the FWD Blue’s city lead counts for more in Houston traffic than its combined figure alone suggests.
What are the city, highway and combined MPG ratings for each 2027 Palisade Hybrid trim?
Each 2027 Palisade Hybrid trim has its own city, highway and combined rating. The FWD Blue leads all three, at 33 city, 35 highway and 34 combined mpg (fueleconomy.gov, 2027).
The EPA rates each trim as follows (fueleconomy.gov, 2027):
| Trim | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palisade Hybrid FWD | 31 | 32 | 31 |
| Palisade Hybrid FWD Blue | 33 | 35 | 34 |
| Palisade Hybrid AWD | 29 | 31 | 30 |
Highway driving is where the FWD Blue pulls furthest ahead, at 35 mpg against 32 for the base FWD. The AWD trim trails on both city and highway ratings, so it is the trim to compare most carefully if mileage is the priority.
What hybrid powertrain gives the 2027 Palisade Hybrid its MPG?
The hybrid system uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine (fueleconomy.gov, 2027).
The transmission is a six-speed automatic, standard on every 2027 Palisade Hybrid trim (Hyundai USA, 2027). All three trims share this powertrain, so the choice you control is the trim and the drivetrain.
How does the 2027 Palisade Hybrid’s EPA MPG compare with the gas Palisade?
The 2027 Palisade Hybrid FWD is rated at 31 mpg combined, against 22 for the 2027 gas Palisade FWD with its 3.5-liter V6 (fueleconomy.gov, 2027).
The gap is widest in city driving. The gas FWD is rated at 19 city and 26 highway, against 31 city and 32 highway for the hybrid FWD (fueleconomy.gov, 2027). For a buyer whose days involve stop-and-go traffic, that city difference is the number to weigh first.
What do city, highway and combined MPG mean on a Palisade Hybrid window sticker?
Combined MPG is a weighted average of the city and highway figures, with city driving counted at 55% and highway at 45% (EPA, 2026).
City MPG represents urban driving, with the engine started cold and driven in stop-and-go rush hour traffic (fueleconomy.gov). Highway MPG represents a mix of rural and Interstate driving with a warmed-up engine, typical of longer trips in free-flowing traffic (fueleconomy.gov).
Houston commuters lose time and fuel to traffic. The 2025 Urban Mobility Report puts 2024 congestion in the Houston urban area at 77 hours of delay per auto commuter and 23 gallons of excess fuel burned per auto commuter (Texas A&M Transportation Institute, 2025). That is why the city figure deserves close attention on a Houston shortlist.
What does each 2027 Palisade Hybrid trim cost at MSRP?
The 2027 Palisade Hybrid starts at $44,560 for the SEL, the lowest-priced trim (Hyundai, 2027).
The SEL Premium starts at $47,920, the Limited at $52,390 and the Calligraphy at $57,180 (Hyundai, 2027). The top Calligraphy Black Ink AWD is listed at $59,680 (Cars.com, 2027).
FAQ
What fuel does the 2027 Palisade Hybrid use?
The 2027 Palisade Hybrid uses regular gasoline. The EPA fuel economy ratings for the FWD trim are for regular gasoline (fueleconomy.gov, 2027). Kelley Blue Book also lists regular as the recommended fuel for the trims (Kelley Blue Book, 2027).
What warranty covers the 2027 Palisade Hybrid’s hybrid system?
The hybrid battery and hybrid system components carry a 10-year or 100,000-mile warranty for the original owner and later owners (Hyundai Owner’s Handbook, 2026). The warranty also guarantees that the battery will keep at least 70% of its original capacity during the warranty period (Hyundai Owner’s Handbook, 2026).
Does Group 1 Hyundai Southwest Houston sell the 2027 Palisade Hybrid?
Yes. We sell new Hyundai, and the Palisade is on our list of new models, along with the Tucson, Santa Fe and Sonata. We are at 10301 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77074.
Where can I check a vehicle’s EPA fuel economy rating before I buy?
Hyundai’s official specifications and EPA fuel economy data at fueleconomy.gov both list the EPA-estimated ratings. Look for the city, highway and combined numbers for the exact trim and drivetrain you want. Compare those numbers before you decide, since the drivetrain alone can change the rating.
How do I get a trade-in offer before I shop for a Palisade?
To start a trade-in estimate, type in your plate number and state and click “Get My Price”. The estimate you receive stays good for seven days or 250 miles, whichever comes first. We also buy cars outright, not only trade-ins, and no appointment is needed to bring in a trade or sell a vehicle.
Can I get pre-approved for a Palisade loan online?
Yes. The online credit application works for either a loan or a lease, and it takes two steps and a few minutes. A payment calculator on our site lets you enter a trade-in offer amount.
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