Introduction
Hyundai Palisade is the all-new flagship SUV from Hyundai that will compete directly with the Toyota Fortuner when it launches in India in August 2024 The Hyundai Palisade brings premium styling a spacious interior and a powerful engine to take on the popular Fortuner
To compete with Fortuner New Hyundai Palisade has arrived, know its price and features 2024
Pricing and Variants
The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is expected to be priced between ₹40-50 lakh in India, making it a direct competitor to the Toyota Fortuner which ranges between ₹33-51 lakh
The Palisade will likely be available in three variants – Prestige, Platinum, and Signature In comparison, the Fortuner comes in multiple variants including the base 4×2 MT, 4×2 AT, 4×4 MT, 4×4 AT, and the top-spec Legender 4×4 AT
Design
The Palisade measures 4980mm long, 1976mm wide, and 1750mm tall, with a 203mm ground clearance In comparison, the Fortuner is 4795mm long, 1855mm wide, and 1835mm tall, with a 220mm ground clearance
Exterior highlights of the Palisade include a bold chrome grille, vertically stacked LED DRLs, quad projector headlamps, and new 20-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. The Fortuner has a more rugged SUV design with a prominent grille, angular headlamps, and 18-inch alloys.
Powertrain
The Palisade will be powered by a 3.8-liter Atkinson-cycle V6 petrol engine producing 291 bhp and 355 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This engine is more powerful than the Fortuner’s 2.8-liter diesel which makes 204 bhp and 500 Nm.
Global Palisade models also offer a 2.2-liter diesel and hybrid options, but it’s unclear if these will be available in India. The Fortuner only comes with a diesel engine in India.
Interior and Features
The Palisade has a premium interior with features like a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital instrument cluster, heated seats and a premium sound system. It can seat three to 8 passengers comfortably
In comparison, the Fortuner has a more rugged interior but still offers premium features like a 8-inch touchscreen, 4.2-inch MID, and leather seats. It can seat 7 across two rows.
Palisade features
Blind-spot collision avoidance
Lane-keeping assist
12-speaker Harman Kardon sound
Surround view monitor
The Fortuner counters with:
Toyota Safety Sense driver assists
360-degree camera
Cooled front seats
Power tailgate
Safety
Both SUVs come loaded with safety features, though the Palisade has not been crash tested by NCAP yet The Fortuner has a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating
Standard safety on the Palisade includes multiple airbags, ABS, ESC, and traction control The Fortuner has 7 airbags, ABS, ESC, and more
Rivals and Alternatives
The Hyundai Palisade will compete with other premium 3-row SUVs like the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, Isuzu MU-X, and Jeep Meridian
Some alternatives to consider are
Toyota Fortuner – Rugged SUV with premium features and Toyota reliability
MG Gloster – Spacious 7-seater with a powerful engine and long features list
Isuzu MU-X – Affordable 7-seater with a strong diesel engine and off-road capability
Jeep Meridian – Unibody 7-seater with Jeep’s legendary off-road DNA
Pros and Cons
Hyundai Palisade Pros:
Powerful V6 petrol engine
Premium interior with 3-row seating
Loaded with advanced features
Hyundai’s reputation for quality
Hyundai Palisade Cons:
Unproven in India market
Diesel engine not available
Likely to be more expensive than Fortuner
Toyota Fortuner Pros:
Proven reliability and resale value
Rugged body-on-frame construction
Diesel engine with manual option
Toyota Safety Sense tech
Toyota Fortuner Cons:
Aging design compared to rivals
Less powerful engine than Palisade
Smaller 7-seater interior
Higher price range
Conclusion
The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is a compelling new entry in the premium 3-row SUV segment. With its powerful engine, premium interior, and long features list, it has the potential to shake up the market when it launches in August 2024.