Hyundai has unveiled the 2020 Palisade in
South Korea and it comes in new range-topping Calligraphy and VIP trims. On the
styling front, the Calligraphy is distinguished by a revised grille and
body-color cladding. The model also has unique wheels and faux silver skid
plates.
Bigger changes occur in the cabin as
designers installed nappa leather seats, quilted leather door panels and
ambient interior lighting. Elsewhere, there’s a 12.3-inch digital instrument
cluster, a perforated leather steering wheel, a head-up display and rear
sunshades.
If that isn’t luxurious enough, the VIP
adds a Maybach-like rear passenger compartment. While it’s not as fancy as the
GLS, the VIP has two individual rear seats which are separated by a center console
with heated and cooled cup holders. Second row passengers will also find an air
purifier, wireless smartphone chargers and a rear seat entertainment system
with two separate displays. Sound from the displays is pumped through “wing
type” headrests with built-in speakers.
Interestingly, the GV Forums has stumbled
onto a VIN decoder that suggests the Calligraphy will be offered in the United
States for 2021. However, it remains unclear if the VIP variant will also be
crossing the Pacific.
Hyundai announced a handful of
other changes for the Palisade lineup in South Korea. In particular, Exclusive
and Prestige models gain additional standard equipment including a 10.25-inch
infotainment system with GPS navigation and an in-car intercom which enables
the driver to more easily communicate with passengers in the second and third
row.
Other updates include new options and
accessories, a revised color palette and a beefier towing package.
