Hyundai Palisade: SUV lovers have always been looking for a 7-seater that is size, comfort and perfection perfect mix of all three things. Realizing this need, Hyundai is now bringing an SUV that will directly compete with Toyota Fortuner. One thing cleared up after drive it in Indonesia Hyundai Palisade is not just big, but no less than anyone in features and comfort! So let’s know what this upcoming XL-size beast is going to bang in India.
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XL-Size Road Presence
Hyundai Palisade is literally an XL-size SUV and its presence on the road shows any car as small. Compared to Fortuner, Palisade is an SUV with 185mm long, 120mm wide and 155mm high wheelbase. This clearly shows that Palisade seems to be not just long but quite commanding.
Its front gets a massive grille, vertically placed LED DRLs, sharp LED Headlamps, and muscular bonnet which gives it a fairly aggressive look like no mafia boss is coming out on the road.
Bold Rear Look
Side profile is quite narmal but the length of the SUV itself makes its presence felt. Palisade in Global model comes with 21-inch alloys, but Indian version is more likely to have 19-inch wheels.
The same is its Rear profile boxy, large LED tail-lamps and the most special —2 cameras! One is the reverse camera, and the other for IRVM, which gives you a rear view crystal clear, just like the digital IRVM that you see in Harrier.ev.
Features
- 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
- 14-speaker Bose Sound System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Powered Folding 2nd & 3rd Row Seats
- 100W USB-C Ports
- Powered Tailgate
- Heated Seats (All 3 Rows)
- Ventilated Seats (1st & 2nd Row)
- Multi-Drive Modes
Cabin
You get a luxury SUV vibe as soon as you sit in the cabin of Palisade. Horizontal dashboard design gives the cabin’s width and feel. The biggest advantage of Palisade’s long dimensions is the massive interior space! The view out of every seat is fantastic and both second and third row are quite usable.
Engine
If the engine is talked about, it gets 2 engine options. 2.5L Turbo Petrol (277 bhp / 422 Nm) and 2.5L Hybrid Turbo Petrol (329 bhp / 461 Nm). Both engines come with 8-speed Automatic Transmission. Hybrid variant also gives better mileage and seems quite responsive even on sudden acceleration.
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Launch & Price
Talking about India launch, Hyundai has confirmed that Palisade will come to India in 2028. It can also get a facelift before launch which will include more modern features. Its largest shocker is its pricing. Its Expected On-Road Price is ₹50 lakh – ₹60 lakh. If this happens then it will be extremely difficult for Fortuner to maintain its dominance in the market.