NEW HYUNDAI PALISADE REVIEW: IT'S EVEN BETTER THAN I EXPECTED

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The 2026 Hyundai Palisade prototype, reviewed in Australia, presents a significant upgrade, particularly with its new 2.5L turbocharged petrol hybrid powertrain. The reviewer highlights the luxurious interior, which rivals Genesis models, featuring Nappa leather, extensive comfort features like ergo massage seats, and a sophisticated dual-screen display. Practicality is a strong suit, with ample storage, flexible seating configurations (7 or 8 seats), and a notably large boot space, enhanced by the ability to fold seats flat. The exterior styling is described as more curvaceous and imposing. Performance is impressive, with a claimed 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds, though a slight downhill angle was noted in testing, achieving 7.07 seconds. The hybrid system, featuring two electric motors and a decoupling engine, offers smooth, EV-like power delivery and impressive claimed WLTP efficiency of 6.8 L/100km. While the Australian spec loses two airbags compared to the global variant, the overall package, including local suspension tuning, is deemed a winner, offering strong value even with an estimated $11,000 increase over the outgoing model.