Verdict
At RM368,888, the Hyundai Palisade costs RM79,888 more than the RM289,000 Toyota Harrier, but it is a materially larger seven-seater: 4,995 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase and a 509-litre boot. Its 197 hp, 440 Nm diesel and all-wheel drive suit buyers carrying people and luggage, while the Harrier is a five-seat, front-wheel-drive hybrid with 175 hp from its petrol engine and a 118 hp motor. The Toyota counters with pre-collision braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control, plus RM231 lower annual road tax.
Pick the Hyundai Palisade if seven seats, a 509-litre boot, 440 Nm and all-wheel drive matter more than a RM79,888 saving.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you want the lower RM289,000 entry price and its pre-collision braking, lane steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Palisade RM368,888; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Seating and boot space: Hyundai Palisade 7 seats and 509 litres; Toyota Harrier 5 seats and 396 litres.
- Torque and driveline: Hyundai Palisade 440 Nm and all-wheel drive; Toyota Harrier 221 Nm petrol-engine torque and front-wheel drive.
- Size: Hyundai Palisade 4,995 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase; Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm and 2,690 mm.
- Safety assistance: Hyundai Palisade has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; Toyota Harrier has pre-collision braking and steering correction.
- Road tax: Hyundai Palisade RM599 per year; Toyota Harrier RM830 per year.
Palisade
- Seven seats and a 509-litre boot.
- 440 Nm diesel with all-wheel drive.
- Heated and ventilated front seats, plus third-row air vents.
- RM79,888 pricier.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Two-year/50,000 km warranty versus five years with unlimited mileage.
Harrier
- RM79,888 lower purchase price.
- Pre-collision braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and eight-year hybrid-component cover.
- Only five seats and a 396-litre boot.
- Front-wheel drive and 221 Nm petrol-engine torque versus the Palisade's all-wheel drive and 440 Nm.
- No heated or ventilated front seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,888 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM599✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | 2,199 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 197 hp✓ | 175 hp |
| Torque | 440 Nm✓ | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 202 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 8.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 170 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,975 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,750 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,030 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 71 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres✓ | 396 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 20" Alloy | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Powered for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Rear Seat Reminder, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, Heating and Ventilation, 8-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat with Heating and Ventilation | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row with Heating and One-touch Fold, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide, Rear Fixed | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 2nd Row, 4 3rd Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual 2nd Row Sun Shades | — |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Hill Descent Control | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 50,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Palisade & Harrier for sale
Palisade vs Harrier FAQ
Is the Hyundai Palisade or Toyota Harrier better?
The Palisade is better for seven occupants, luggage and all-wheel-drive traction, with 509 litres of boot space and 440 Nm. The Harrier is the better safety-assistance and ownership-cover choice, adding pre-collision braking, lane steering correction, adaptive cruise control and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Palisade costs RM368,888 and the Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000, so the Palisade is RM79,888 more expensive.
Which has more space, the Hyundai Palisade or Toyota Harrier?
The Hyundai Palisade is substantially roomier on paper: it has seven seats, a 2,900 mm wheelbase and a 509-litre boot. The Toyota Harrier has five seats, a 2,690 mm wheelbase and 396 litres of boot space.