Street Lines: 2024 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy 

If you want a midsize SUV that is elegant, reliable, provides a plethora of standard features, and is revered globally, Hyundai’s 2024 Palisade should be at the top of your short list. Garnering awards in virtually all categories, including value, safety, and overall standing at the top of its class, and since entering the market in 2020, this year’s version maintains praise.& Starting at around $36,000, the Palisade comes in five trims— SE, SEL, XRT, Limited, and the top-of-the-line Calligraphy—but all still provide a pampering ride for up to eight passengers. The 3.5-liter V6 engine delivers a respectable 291 horsepower, orchestrated with an eight-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters. Other features include dual-zone automatic climate control; 20-inch alloy wheels; a 12.3-inch touchscreen; navigation; Bluetooth; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; USB ports in all three rows; and a Wi-Fi hot spot to especially keep the kids occupied. The ride is smooth and responsive, and the maneuverability can get even more impressive with the all-wheel drive option I enjoyed. Photo courtesy of Hyundai And just as elegant and graceful as the writing form of calligraphy is known to be, the model I reviewed justified its monicker starting at just over $52K and...