Its infotainment system is also entirely new. ![]() It comes standard with an eight-inch touchscreen-or 10-inch as an option-as well as an abundance of USB ports located at clever locations around the cabin, such as on the backsides of the front seats to accommodate rear passengers. Of course, a modern eight-passenger SUV wouldn’t be complete without the most recent safety and connectivity toys, and on that front, the Palisade doesn’t disappoint. On our end, it proved quite capable, as we had no issue plowing through thick sand and water with our big guy. ![]() Like the Palisade’s other modes, the system modulates traction control and the anti-lock braking system to ensure maximum traction in tricky situations. The Palisade gets a total of seven modes, selectable via a console-mounted knob dial through two categories: Drive (urban driving), which houses Comfort, Eco, Sport and Smart modes, and Terrain (off-road driving) with Snow, Mud and Sand modes.įor off-road driving, it was the Sand mode that allowed us to go play on the beach. The drive did nevertheless allow us to sample the automatic gearbox as well as the available drive modes, which significantly alter the vehicle’s driving dynamics. We’ll get a chance to drive the V6 before its official release. Hyundai says the media program we were attending was destined to the Korean market, where consumers prefer diesel over gas. It was therefore frustrating to have to deal with a presentation that praised the V6, and not get a chance to try it! While we like the idea of such an engine, it won’t be available on our market. We were, however, disappointed to find four-cylinder diesels under the hoods of our test SUVs. And let’s not forget the serenity of its cabin. On the road, the Palisade continues its premium vehicle demeanour by way of an extremely quiet and solid composure over rough roads. Meanwhile, cargo capacity behind the second row of seats is rated at 1296 litres, which makes it more cavernous than a Toyota Highlander (1197 litres) and an Explorer (1243 litres). The Palisade may seem enormous from the outside, but it’s actually shorter (4980 mm) than a Honda Pilot (4991 mm) a Ford Explorer (5046 mm) and a Nissan Pathfinder (5041 mm). However, it’s the ingenious use of interior space that impressed us the most with this one. ![]() But according to Jean-François Taylor, public relations specialist at Hyundai Canada, the Palisade will undoubtedly come standard with AWD on our market. Hyundai says the vehicle will come standard with front-wheel drive, while HTRAC all-wheel drive will come as an option. It’s mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. In North America, only one engine will power it-a naturally aspirated, Atkinson-cycle 3.8-litre V6 good for 291 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. Except the Palisade comes standard with this maximum capacity, while some competitors require a tow package. ![]() (2268 kg), it comes right smack in the playing field of rivals such as the Honda Pilot and Subaru Ascent. Capable of hauling up to eight passengers and tow 5000 lbs. Vehicle prices and rebates advertised for sale do not apply to leases.Inevitably, this is a big vehicle the largest Hyundai ever built as a matter of fact. Residency restrictions apply to Factory Rebates and Incentives. For more information go to Unless otherwise stated, all offers expire on today's date.Īll vehicle prices plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document processing charge, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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