Hyundai Previews Redesigned Palisade Hybrid Ahead of Late-October Australia Launch
Australia will receive the Calligraphy grade first at an indicated price near A$90,000.
Overview
- Selected media sampled the SUV at the HART facility in Sydney ahead of its showroom arrival next month.
- The outgoing diesel and V6 engines are replaced by a 2.5‑litre turbo hybrid with two electric motors, with Hyundai quoting 245 kW, 460 Nm and about 6.8 L/100 km.
- Australia will initially offer only the fully equipped Calligraphy specification, with additional variants under consideration and the XRT expected to follow in 2026.
- Cabin features include an eight‑seat layout with optional second‑row captain’s chairs, heated outboard seats in rows two and three, Nappa leather choices and a 14‑speaker Bose system plus a 12.3‑inch infotainment screen with navigation and smartphone integration.
- Connectivity and access upgrades include Digital Key 2.0 and fingerprint engine start, and the suspension and steering were tuned locally for Australian conditions.