The pre-update Palisade is the eight-seat SUV that put Hyundai on the map for buyers who would otherwise have walked into a Land Rover showroom. The Elite Diesel spec is the sweet-spot trim, with the cabin features that matter and a diesel powertrain that delivers honest highway fuel economy for a 2.2 tonne SUV.
What you are buying
A 2.2 L turbo diesel making 147 kW and 440 Nm, paired with an eight-speed automatic, driving all four wheels through an HTRAC AWD system. Eight seats, the Bluelink connected services package, the panoramic roof in higher trims, and the upgraded driver assistance pack.
Cartell Assessment
The Palisade Elite Diesel is the eight-seater for the buyer who needs the space and wants the brand polish, but is not paying Land Rover Discovery money to get it. The compromise is the older infotainment platform (the 2026 update fixed most of this).
AU Outlook
Palisade Elite Diesel pricing in Australia sits in the mid-$80k drive-away range. The base seven-seat Highlander petrol is in the high-$60k bracket. Cross-shop is the Toyota Kluger Grande and the Mazda CX-9 GT.
The spec sheet
- Power
- 147 kW (diesel)
- Torque
- 440 Nm
- Drive
- AWD (HTRAC), 8-speed auto
- Fuel
- 7.3 L/100 km (diesel combined)
- Seats
- 8
- Warranty
- 5 years / unlimited km
- Safety
- ANCAP 5-star
Trim levels & pricing
| Trim | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Palisade Highlander Petrol | from $69,000 drive-away (verify) | Entry, 7 seats, petrol |
| Palisade Elite Diesel AWD | from $84,000 drive-away (verify) | 8 seats, leather, AWD |
Prices indicative — see the manufacturer for current drive-away pricing.
