Hyundai Launches Palisade XRT Pro in Australia
The model introduces factory-fitted off-road hardware as part of a wider plan to grow XRT and XRT Pro across Hyundai’s line-up in Australia.
Overview
- Hyundai unveiled the Palisade XRT Pro on Monday as the first Australian model to wear the XRT Pro badge and act as the brand’s off-road halo variant.
- The factory-fitted upgrades include a one-inch suspension lift, all-terrain tyres and an electronic limited-slip rear differential to boost off-road ability.
- Australia gets a non-hybrid 2.5-litre turbo four-cylinder tuned to 207 kW and 422 Nm with a braked towing capacity of 2,200 kg, higher than hybrid Palisade trims.
- Hyundai positions the XRT Pro as a middle-ground 'do it all' large SUV that keeps monocoque comfort while appealing to buyers who want more weekend off-road capability.
- The company plans to expand XRT and XRT Pro badges to more models over time but says further Australian rollouts are unconfirmed and expects the XRT Pro to remain a niche option, roughly up to 10% of Palisade sales.