Welcome back to Cars Jade! In today’s article, we’ll be diving into the latest updates on the 2025 Hyundai Palisade. Hyundai is gearing up for an exciting year, as the next-generation Palisade, codenamed LX3, is set to begin mass production earlier than anticipated. Let’s break down everything you need to know about this upcoming SUV.
Accelerated Production Timeline
Originally scheduled to enter production in January 2025, the new Palisade’s timeline has been brought forward to December 2024. This acceleration is in response to the growing demand for hybrid vehicles, highlighting Hyundai’s commitment to staying ahead of market trends. This means all pre-prototype model development has been expedited by a month, with camouflaged models already spotted testing this year.
Increased Production Targets
Hyundai aims to produce 210,000 units of the second-generation Palisade annually, a significant 30% increase from last year’s production targets for the current model. Of this total, 70,000 units will be petrol-powered, while the remaining 140,000 units will be hybrids. Notably, there will be no diesel options for the new generation.
Powertrain Options
The new Palisade will offer a choice of a turbocharged 2.5-liter hybrid four-cylinder powertrain and a 3.5-liter turbo V6, replacing the current 2.2-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder and 3.8-liter petrol V6. Interestingly, the new Palisade will feature two types of hybrid systems, potentially following the smaller Santa Fe’s footsteps with both conventional and plug-in hybrid options.
Technology and Features
The second-generation Palisade will adopt Hyundai’s latest software-driven vehicle (SDV) technology. This includes wireless over-the-air updates for suspension, brakes, and airbags, as well as a Level 3 autonomous highway driving system. These advancements are set to enhance the driving experience, providing greater convenience and safety for drivers.
Market Demand and Competitors
Hybrid SUV sales are on the rise, with nearly 15,000 additional units sold in Australia from 2022 to 2023. In Korea, new hybrid registrations increased by 40.8% from January to April this year. This surge in demand has undoubtedly influenced Hyundai’s decision to expedite the production of the hybrid Palisade.
Last year, Hyundai sold nearly 4000 Palisades in Australia, though it was outsold by the Santa Fe, Mazda CX-9, and Toyota Kluger. With these updates, Hyundai aims to capture a larger share of the market and compete more effectively with these rivals.
Future Prospects
The incoming Palisade will be joined by the upcoming electric Ioniq 7 at the top of Hyundai’s SUV lineup. The Ioniq 7 will be similar in size to the current Palisade and is expected to offer both single-motor rear-wheel drive and dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrains.
Conclusion
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is shaping up to be a significant upgrade with its advanced hybrid powertrains, cutting-edge technology, and increased production targets. Hyundai’s decision to accelerate its production timeline underscores the brand’s commitment to innovation and meeting consumer demands.