The new second generation Hyundai Palisade will follow its smaller Santa Fe sibling by ditching diesel power and only offering a choice of four-cylinder gasoline engines.
Previously leaked information had shown that the 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that powers the current Palisade would be dropped in the new model, but it has now been confirmed that the large SUV will also operate without the option of a V6 petrol engine.
Instead, a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine will exclusively power the Palisade, although it will also be available with hybrid assistance to increase efficiency and power.
Australian deliveries of the new Palisade are expected to begin in 2025.
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Below you will find the results of the current Palisade (2025) and the upcoming new generation model (2026).
| 2025 Hyundai Palisade Turbo Diesel | 2025 Hyundai Palisade Gasoline | 2026 Hyundai Palisade Gasoline | 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder | 3.8-liter V6 | 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder | 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder |
| Current | 147 kW | 217 kW | 207 kW | 246 kW |
| Couple | 440 Nm | 355Nm | 422 Nm | 353 Nm (engine) 264 Nm (electric motor) |
| Transfer | Eight-speed automatic | Eight-speed automatic | Eight-speed automatic | Six-speed automatic transmission |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front or four-wheel drive | Front or four-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (claimed, South Korean laboratory tests) | 8.6-8.8 l/100 km | 10.8-11.1 l/100 km | 10.3-11.5/100km (FWD)11.5-12.2L/100km (AWD) | TBA |
| CO2 emissions | 157g-170g/km | 183-188 g/km | 174-195 g/km (FWD)193-207 g/km (AWD) | TBA |
The new petrol engine is thirstier than both the turbodiesel and V6 it replaces in certain circumstances, while also offering minimal or higher emissions – which will result in it being more heavily penalized under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES).
While Hyundai hasn’t yet provided details on fuel and emissions savings for the hybrid, it will likely be close or comparable to the current turbodiesel.
Hyundai has also confirmed the dimensions of the new Palisade, which has increased with each size.
| 2025 Hyundai Palisade | 2026 Hyundai Palisade | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4995mm | 5060mm |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 1975mm | 1980mm |
| Height | 1750mm | 1805mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900mm | 2970mm |
| Empty weight | 1980-2065 kg | 1985-2165 kg (gasoline only, hybrid to be determined) |
The Palisade will be available in South Korea with wheels ranging from 18 to 21 inches in diameter.
The ‘pixel’ lighting elements consist of five wide daytime running light segments, which support the headlight units that reach up to the grille.
New exterior colors include Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl and Crazy Blue Pearl.
Inside, there’s a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, neatly tucked into the dash. On the passenger side, the dashboard appears to be hollowed out and inside there are striped wood-look finishes and ambient lighting elements.
The center console features a pod containing what appear to be physical buttons for functions such as the stereo, while underneath is a pod with climate controls.
The center console is divided into what appears to be a floor-level shelf and a floating ‘peninsula’ with cup holders, USB-C outlets and a wireless charging pad.
South Korean buyers can opt for the seven- or nine-seat Palisade, although it’s likely only the former will come to Australia.
Hyundai has increased prices of the Palisade range in South Korea by about 10 to 15 percent, which could mean an entry price above $70,000 in Australia.
The Hyundai Palisade currently costs between $66,800 (V6 Elite) and $79,988 (Calligraphy Black Ink), excluding Australian operating costs.
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