Hyundai is preparing to expand its premium offerings in India with the anticipated arrival of the Palisade SUV in 2028. Similar to the Hyundai Bayon, the Palisade represents another global model that the company intends to introduce in India as part of an ambitious plan to launch 26 new products by 2030. While the Bayon aims to compete with the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, the Palisade will establish itself as Hyundai’s flagship SUV for the Indian market.
- Hyundai Palisade will feature a 2.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain
- The SUV showcases a unique, boxy design with distinctive slatted headlights and taillights
- The interior boasts a dual-screen configuration, a 14-speaker Bose audio system, panoramic sunroof, and more
Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Powertrain Details
1,015km Claimed Driving Range
The Palisade introduces Hyundai’s next-generation hybrid powertrain, available with either a 2.5-litre turbo-petrol or a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine. Given the size of the Palisade, it will feature the 2.5-litre engine that produces a combined output of 334hp and 460Nm of torque, with a claimed fuel efficiency of 14.1 km/l and a total driving range of 1,015 km.
Hyundai asserts that compared to a standalone 2.5-litre petrol engine, the hybrid configuration improves efficiency by 45%, boosts power by 19%, and increases peak torque by 9%. Notably, the Palisade is also offered with a 3.5-litre petrol V6 engine in international markets, but it is expected to be available solely with the hybrid option in India.
Standard features include a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive as an upgrade. Additionally, the Palisade provides three drive modes—Eco, Sport, and My Drive—as well as three terrain modes: Mud, Snow, and Sand.
Hybrid Setup Enhances Ride Quality and Handling
The hybrid powertrain significantly enhances the vehicle’s dynamics, introducing an electrically-controlled ride comfort system known as ‘e-Comfort Drive,’ which minimizes vertical movement over bumps and controls body motion during acceleration.
Moreover, the ‘e-Dynamic Drive’ system improves handling by incorporating three features: e-DTVC (which applies torque vectoring during cornering to reduce understeer), e-EHA (which maximizes grip during sudden steering to prevent skidding), and e-Handling (which dynamically adjusts torque during turns to maintain traction and stability).
Hyundai Palisade Exterior Design
Distinctive and Squared-off Styling Resonates with Range Rover
Unveiled in December 2024, the latest generation of the Palisade stands out as a large SUV notable for its commanding design, characterized by boxy proportions akin to a Range Rover. Key styling features include vertically-aligned LED headlights and taillights, a broad grille, 21-inch 15-spoke alloy wheels, and silver accents for body cladding, D-pillars, and roof rails.
Hyundai Palisade Interior and Features
Three-Row Layout with Optional Captain Seats in the Second Row
Within the cabin, the Palisade offers a spacious three-row layout that comfortably seats up to eight passengers. For those seeking additional comfort, Hyundai provides an option for second-row captain seats that come with deployable footrests. The dashboard features a dual-screen setup that includes a 12.3-inch infotainment system alongside a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display, complemented by a three-spoke steering wheel.
Fingerprint Sensor in Centre Console Can Start the Engine
The Palisade’s centre console is equipped with a multitude of physical controls for both the media system and HVAC functions. Additional storage solutions include a large armrest, ample space, and a wireless charging area. A standout feature is the fingerprint sensor located on the centre console, allowing for engine start and valet mode capabilities, among other functions.
A host of additional amenities in the Palisade includes a rear parking camera cleaning system, digital key, 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, wireless support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, powered seats with heating and cooling options, a 14-speaker Bose sound system, vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), built-in dashcam, and more.
Hyundai Palisade Price in India
May Fall in the Rs 40-50 Lakh Range Thanks to Localisation
Upon its launch in India, the Palisade is expected to have a price tag in the vicinity of Rs 50 lakh (ex-showroom), as Hyundai plans to localize production for this model. The base price for the Palisade in the US currently starts at $36,800, roughly translating to Rs 31.60 lakh, which supports the anticipated pricing strategy in India.
