Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Wins Spot on WardsAuto’s Top 10 Engines List

Hyundai Motor's Palisade Hybrid has been acknowledged by WardsAuto for its hybrid powertrain, which has earned a spot on the publication's 2026 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list. The 2.5-liter turbo hybrid engine, first introduced in the Palisade Hybrid, was selected out of 26 new vehicles sold in the United States, demonstrating the technological prowess of Hyundai Motor Group's next-generation hybrid system.

The award, often referred to as the "Oscars" of the automotive powertrain industry, evaluates various aspects of the powertrains, including output, torque, efficiency, and technology. The Palisade Hybrid's 2.5-liter turbo hybrid powertrain delivers a maximum system output of 334 horsepower and a combined fuel economy of 14.1 kilometers per liter for the two-wheel-drive model.

With this recognition, Hyundai Motor Group has been named to the 10 Best Engines list 20 times since 2008, showcasing the company's expertise in various powertrain technologies, including internal combustion engines, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrids.

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