Meet the updated 2023 Hyundai Palisade, which was revealed at the 2022 New York International Auto Show.

What you see here is the facelifted 2023 Hyundai Palisade and you’re probably thinking the SA market has only just received this model (Sept 2021), so why a facelift so soon?

Well, the Palisade has actually been on sale in overseas markets since 2018, so by car standards, its due for an update. The changes are substantial, both inside and out.

Starting off with the exterior, the updated Palisade gains a new visual look with design elements taken from the brand’s current style guide. This means a big and bold grille on the nose, with some revised headlamps and daytime running lights. There’s a new colour on offer, as well as new 20-inch alloy wheels.

Inside, the cabin gets a nip and tuck, with updated technology, improved seating arrangements and enhancements to the assisted driving tech. The infotainment screen is now 12 inches in size, up from 10.25 inches and there are redesigned climate control vents. There’s a more modern 4-spoke steering wheel, new dashboard and new gauges. A digital rearview mirror with a feed from the rear passengers makes its debut.

Hyundai says the driver’s seat now features expandable air chambers for additional comfort, while the third-row passengers get heated seats. The second row gets ventilated seats, improved headrests as well as new armrests.

The technology is worth a mention, and small things like more powerful USB ports and wireless charging as well as an in-car wifi hotspot will find favour among passengers.

There are now 9 airbags, enhanced forward collision avoidance and highway driving assistance, with remote smart parking assist making its debut.

As far as engines are concered, the US market retains its 3.8-litre V6 petrol which has outputs of 217 kW and 355 Nm, and this reaches the wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. There’s no mention of the 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel powertrain that is currently on duty in the South African market.

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Further Reading

Hyundai Palisade Launch Review