Hyundai Australia has confirmed the launch of the Palisade for Q4 2025, stating the SUV will debut with a hybrid powertrain, while diesel variants will no longer be available.

The new Palisade hybrid, revealed at the Seoul Mobility Show, features an advanced hybrid system comprising a 2.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 192 kW and 353 Nm of torque, paired with an electric motor delivering an additional 54 kW and 264 Nm.

The total combined system output is rated at 246 kW. The hybrid setup includes a 300-volt lithium-ion battery pack and vehicle-to-load (V2L) technology, which allows the vehicle to power external devices. Hyundai has not yet detailed official fuel consumption figures for Australia, but international figures suggest a combined fuel efficiency of approximately 7.2 L/100km.

Alongside the hybrid, Hyundai Australia is assessing the introduction of a standalone 2.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. International specifications indicate this engine produces up to 207 kW at 5,800 rpm and 422 Nm of torque from 1,700 to 4,000 rpm, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Fuel efficiency varies by specification, with a combined figure of up to 10.3 L/100km for a 2WD model with 18-inch wheels.

In Australia, Hyundai plans to offer 7-seater and possibly 8-seater configurations. A 9-seater version available in other regions is not expected locally. The anticipated sales ratio between Palisade and the Santa Fe is predicted to remain around 60:40 or 55:45.

Trim names are expected to continue, including the Calligraphy variant, which internationally features premium details and technology.

Key features in the new Palisade include:

• Suede interior trim
• Ventilated second-row seats
• Heated third-row seats
• Digital key access
• BOSE premium audio system with 14 speakers
• Fingerprint authentication
• Digital rear-view mirror
• Surround-view cameras with distance indicators
• Rear guide lamps for safer reversing
• Seatbelt pretensioners for all seating rows
• Second-row safe exit alert
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• 12.3-inch central infotainment touchscreen
• Built-in dash cam (Built-in Cam 2 Plus)
• Digital centre mirror with camera feed
• Multiple USB-C ports including 100W fast charging
• Rear camera cleaning system

Hyundai aims for a 5-star ANCAP rating, with the Palisade equipped with 10 airbags as standard.

Pricing is expected to increase slightly, influenced by the introduction of the hybrid system and additional features. Exact Australian pricing and specifications will be provided closer to the vehicle's release in late 2025.