The Hyundai Palisade is Hyundai’s flagship full‑size SUV, designed to deliver a blend of space, comfort, advanced technology, and robust safety — making it a compelling choice for families, long‑distance travelers, and anyone seeking a premium SUV experience. Here’s a detailed look at what the Palisade brings to the table. The second and third rows are designed for flexibility — the second row seats can slide and recline, and there’s a “fold & dive” function that minimizes floor‑level differences when the seats are folded, making cargo loading easier.
1. Spacious & Flexible Seating
One of the biggest strengths of the Palisade is its roomy, flexible cabin. It offers three rows of seating and can accommodate up to eight passengers with the second‑row bench seat. Alternatively, you can configure it for seven passengers with second‑row captain’s chairs for added comfort.
2. Premium Comfort & Interior Features
- Leather upholstery & interior quality: The cabin uses soft‑touch materials, with Nappa or premium leather available on higher trims.
- Climate control & ventilation: Tri‑zone automatic climate control with rear AC vents ensures comfortable temperature across all three rows. Many markets even get ventilated/heated seats for first and second rows.
- Convenience features: Power‑adjustable driver seat (with lumbar support and memory on some trims), power windows, key‑less entry & start, numerous cupholders and storage, multiple USB/charging ports, wireless charging pad for compatible devices.{index=6}
- Sunroof / Dual Sunroof (varies by trim): Some variants offer a twin‑pane sunroof — adding to the airy, premium feel inside.
3. Infotainment & Connectivity
The Palisade stays modern with ample technology for entertainment, connectivity, and convenience:
- Large Screens: A 12.3‑inch touchscreen infotainment display — often paired with a 12.3‑inch digital instrument cluster — serves as the control centre for media, navigation, and vehicle information.
- Smartphone Integration: Support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay allows easy connection of mobile devices for navigation, calls, music and more.
- Premium Audio (on higher trims): A powerful 12‑speaker sound system (often Harman Kardon / premium grade) offers a rich audio experience — ideal for long drives and road trips.
- Other tech comforts: Wireless charging pad, multiple USB ports for each row, ambient lighting, and more to make life easier and more comfortable on the move.
4. Strong Performance & Drive Options
The Palisade offers capable engine and drive-train options depending on the market:
- Typically available with a 2.2 L diesel engine or a 3.8 L V6 petrol engine (in markets where petrol SUVs are popular).
- Transmission is an 8‑speed automatic (shift‑by‑wire in many trims) offering smooth shifts and adaptable drive dynamics.
- Drive system can be front‑wheel drive (FWD) or active on‑demand AWD (all‑wheel drive), catering to different needs — from city driving to rougher terrain or long-distance journeys.
5. Safety & Driver‑Assistance Features
Safety is a strong priority for Hyundai, and Palisade comes loaded with advanced safety and driver assistance
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS): All trims get the suite known as Hyundai SmartSense, which includes features such as Forward Collision‑Avoidance Assist (FCA) (with vehicle, pedestrian, and cyclist detection), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind‑Spot Collision‑Avoidance Assist (BCA), Highway Driving Assist / Smart Cruise Control, and Rear‑cross traffic alert / Reverse Collision‑Avoidance Assist.
- Airbags & Crash Protection: Up to 10 airbags (front, side, curtain, driver knee), reinforcing occupant protection — including third‑row occupants.
- Parking & Surround Monitoring: 360° surround‑view camera system, parking sensors, parking assist, rear‑collision alert and more make maneuvering and parking a large SUV more manageable.
- Additional Safety Conveniences: Features like door‑ajar warning, driver‑attention warning, safe‑exit assist, and electronic stability control add further layers of safety.
6. Practicality & Versatility
Beyond luxury and features, Palisade prioritizes practicality — making it suitable for daily use, family travel, or long road trips:
- Flexible seating and foldable rows let you balance passenger and cargo space.
- Multiple storage options, cup holders, and power outlets/USB ports across rows make family travel comfortable.
- Strong towing capacity and AWD variants (where offered) give the SUV versatility for terrains and conditions beyond smooth urban roads.
Final Thought
The Hyundai Palisade stands out as a well‑rounded full‑size SUV that combines space, comfort, advanced technology and comprehensive safety features. Whether you need a capable family vehicle, a comfortable long‑distance cruiser, or a versatile SUV for mixed city and highway use — Palisade delivers. Its balance of practicality and premium amenities makes it a strong contender in the large SUV segment.
