The Vietnamese market is expected to get two new Hyundai models – Photo: Hyundai
While Hyundai Thane Congress hasn’t announced official details, dealers have announced receiving deposits for two all-new models, the Hyundai Custo and the Palisade. He said that two models can be launched by September.
In Vietnam, the Hyundai Custo will compete against the Kia Carnival and Peugeot Traveller, while the Hyundai Pavalisade will compete against the Ford Explorer and Volkswagen Teramont.
Hyundai Custo
Prior to this, the Hyundai Custo has appeared several times in Vietnam, which is expected to be sold as a domestic assembly.
The model is the product of a joint venture between Hyundai and the BAIC Group, which was first launched in August 2021. Using the familiar design of mid- and large-sized MPVs, the car has 7 seats with electric sliding rear-seat stores.
The dimensions of Hyundai Custo are 4,950 x 1,850 x 1,734 (mm), wheelbase 3,055 mm. This size sits above the Hyundai Stargazer and below the Kia Carnival.
The image of Hyundai Custo appeared in Vietnam. The exterior is appreciated for its aesthetics and aerodynamics due to the “Parametric Dynamics Design” design language. Typical equipment on the top-end variant includes LED lighting, electric rearview mirrors with integrated turn signals, 18-inch multi-spoke wheels – Photo: Hyundai Custo Vietnam/Facebook
The cabin is arranged in a modern and clean style with a vertical 10.4-inch touch screen, digital clock, button-shaped gear lever and leather seats. The middle row of seats gets a separate business form for the rear two seats and a sunroof – Photo: Hyundai
There are 2 engine options available in this car in the Chinese market. The 270T version uses a 1.5L turbocharged engine with 167 horsepower. The 380T version uses a turbocharged 2.0L engine with a capacity of 232.8 horsepower. 8-speed automatic transmission.
Safety tech includes 6 airbags, electronic balance, hill start assist, tire pressure warning and the Hyundai Smart Sense advanced safety package.
Hyundai Palisade
Once spotted at the Emission Registration Center in Hanoi earlier this year, the upcoming Hyundai Palisade in Vietnam is the latest variant with an estimated selling price of VND 2 billion.
The biggest difference compared to its predecessor is the front end. The earlier trapezoidal grille with several softly rounded lines has been replaced by a tall, straight, square radiator. Revised LED headlight cluster.
The engine is a 3.8L V6, producing 291 horsepower and 355 Nm of torque, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive options.
Advanced safety technology includes Highway Steering Assist, Remote Parking Assist, Front Collision Avoidance Steering Assist and 9 Airbags.
The front end of the car has been changed significantly compared to the older version – Photo: Hyundai
The new Hyundai Palisade retains the same parameters at 4,995 x 1,975 x 1,750 (mm). Wheelbase 2,900 mm – Photo: Hyundai
Inside the cabin, the size of the central screen has increased from 10.25 to 12 inches. The air-conditioning vents are slim but evenly spaced across the dashboard. The steering wheel design has changed from 3 to 4 spoke, there is a new digital dashboard at the rear – Photo: Hyundai
The Hyundai Palisade 2023 borrows ergonomic seat technology from Genesis with expanded air chambers to enhance driver’s seat comfort and reduce user fatigue on long journeys.
The third row seats get an additional heating mode, while the second row seats get cooling features, new headrests and adjustable armrests.
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