Hyundai Palisade: What We Know So Far About the Upcoming SUV

The Hyundai Palisade will be a premium SUV that is expected to arrive in India by July 2025. It would be available with an estimated price of ₹40 lakh for buyers seeking a luxury family SUV in both petrol and diesel variants.

Sure, the rivals are strong, such as the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, and Skoda Kodiaq, but promising advanced features, spacious interiors, and strong performance gives it some credence.

This gives it a global reputation and hence, a much-awaited entry in the Indian automotive market .

Engine and Performance

The global Hyundai Palisade gets a potent 3.8-litre Atkinson-cycle V6 petrol engine. This engine churns out 291 PS of power and 355 Nm of torque, which comes mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The transmission gets a multi-plate torque converter for smooth and efficient power delivery. It will be made available in both front-wheel-drive and 4WD configurations depending upon the preference of the drivers.

The official mileage figures for India is yet to come but for its global model, it returns a fuel economy of 9 kmpl.

Dimensions and Ground Clearance

The Hyundai Palisade is a big and imposing SUV with great dimensions: it is 4,980 mm long, 1,976 mm wide, and 1,750 mm tall. The ground clearance stands at 203 mm, which is quite good to deal with rough terrain, besides being reasonably fit for both city drives and rough terrain driving.

All of these dimensions would provide ample internal space for passenger and luggage comfort.

Exteriors and Interiors

Hyundai Palisade has been fitted with so much premium features that assure comfort for the driver and the passengers.

Some of the key highlights of this car include

• Leather Upholstery for added luxury.
• Dual-Panel Sunroof adds to the ambiance inside the cabin.
• Power-Folding and Reclining Second/Third-Row seats for flexibility in Seating.
• Ventilated Front seats for added comfort in warm conditions.
• 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system armed with BlueLink Connected car technology.
• The convenience of wireless phone charging and several USB charging ports in every row makes it easier for all passengers. 
• A 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system provides an immersive audio experience. 
• Clear and well-detailed driving information is assured through the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and heads-up display. 

Safety Features 

Hyundai Palisade is enabled with a wide array of safety features and driver assistance. It comprises: Blind-spot collision avoidance ensuring safe lane changes.

Driver attention warning and lane-keeping assist to keep the driver always attentive. 

ABS with disc brakes on all four wheels, which provide better braking efficiency. 

Tyre pressure monitoring system, traction control, and vehicle stability management add to safety on any terrain. 

Seven airbags for the safety of all passengers while traveling in case of a collision. 

Price and Competitors

Hyundai Palisade will fall within a price bracket of around ₹40 lakh, which is towards the higher range of SUVs. The car, when launched in July 2025, will be pitched against well-established rivals like the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, and Skoda Kodiaq.

The impressive list of features by the Palisade is matched by its powerful engine, which will keep it ahead in the Indian market.

Colour Variants
Palisade would be a line-up available in range of colors from which customer can select as per their choice.

Below are the possible color shades

• White
• Silver
• Grey Metallic
• Graphite Gray Metallic
• Sierra Burgundy Pearl
• Gaia Brown Pearl
• Abyss Black Pearl
• Moonlight Blue Pearl