Hyundai Palisade Launch: What We Know So Far
Hyundai has confirmed the upcoming launch of the Palisade in Pakistan. The notable aspect of this development is not simply the introduction of the vehicle, but that Pakistan will be the first country outside South Korea, the manufacturer’s home market, to locally assemble the current-generation Palisade.
This development is a positive indicator for the local automotive market, suggesting a shift in which the Pakistani market receives newer global models concurrently, or even before, other regions.
A similar trend was observed with the Haval H6 PHEV facelift, launched in April last year. Pakistan was the first country after Australia to receive the facelifted model, launching it even before several other Asian markets, including Indonesia and Thailand.
Hyundai Palisade: The Brand’s Three-Row Flagship
The Hyundai Palisade falls into the mid-size SUV segment. It’s a unibody chassis and is categorized as a three-row family SUV, seating either 8 or 7 people, depending on the middle-row configuration:
- 8-seater if the middle row uses standard seats
- 7-seater if the middle row uses captain’s chairs ( two individual seats)
The vehicle competes in the E-segment of the SUV market, targeting consumers who require a large, family-oriented vehicle with substantial cargo space and flagship-level driving dynamics and features.
Internationally, the Palisade is widely available across multiple regions. Its current sales footprint includes:
- North America: USA and Canada
- Asia: Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore
- Middle East: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman
- Oceania: Australia and New Zealand
In almost all of these markets, the Palisade is sold purely as an imported (CBU) unit. The only exceptions in this list are Indonesia and Vietnam, which maintain local assembly operations strictly for the older generation, rather than for the current generation, which is sold internationally and is coming to Pakistan.
Expected Variant: 2.5-Liter Turbo Hybrid
Internationally, there are two powertrain options, 2.5-liter Turbo and a top-spec 2.5-liter Turbo Hybrid. While the official local specifications have not been publicly detailed by Hyundai Nishat, our estimate is that the Pakistani variant will feature the 2.5-liter Turbo Hybrid option.
Based on international data for this specific configuration, the highlighted specs are as follows:
Note: The locally assembled model may differ in features or configuration.
| Category | Feature | Specification |
| Powertrain | Engine | 2.5-Liter Turbocharged Inline-4 Hybrid |
| Combined Output | 329 hp | |
| Combined Torque | 460 Nm | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | |
| Drivetrain | HTRAC All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | |
| Terrain Modes | Snow, Mud, Sand | |
| Exterior | Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Lighting | Full LED Projector Headlamps with Vertical Signature DRLs | |
| Utility | Smart Power Tailgate (Auto-open/close) | |
| Visibility | 360-degree Surround View Monitor | |
| Mirrors | Heated, Auto-dimming side mirrors | |
| Interior | Display | 24.6-inch Panoramic Curved Display (Dual 12.3″ Screens) |
| Audio | 14-Speaker Bose® Premium Sound System | |
| Seating | 7-Seater (Captain’s Chairs) or 8-Seater (Bench) | |
| Driver Comfort | 18-way Power Adjustable with Massage Function | |
| Passenger Comfort | “Zero-Gravity” Relaxation Mode (1st & 2nd Rows) | |
| Third Row | Power Folding and Reclining Seats | |
| Climate | Three-Zone Automatic Control with Roof Vents | |
| Safety & Tech | Airbags | 10 Airbags (includes Driver Knee & Rear Side) |
| ADAS Suite | Smart Cruise, Lane Keep, Blind Spot & Auto Braking | |
| Parking Tech | Remote Smart Parking Assist (via Key Fob) | |
| Rearview | Full Digital Rearview Camera Mirror |
Price Expectations
Regarding the price, the company has not provided any official figures. However, since the vehicle will be assembled locally, it is expected to be priced competitively against other locally assembled luxury SUVs in the market.
This is a developing story, and we will report as soon as further information regarding pricing, launch date, or official specs becomes available.
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