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Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
2.2D Elite AWD 8AT 7-SeaterDieselDiscontinued model
ZAR 1,204,500last listed
Discontinued modelVerified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 142 kW🔧 440 Nm⛽ 8.2 km/l
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Decision summary
Hyundai New CRETA vs Hyundai Palisade: the short answer
The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
New CRETA
Palisade
Maximum Power
New CRETA-
Palisade142 kW
Maximum Torque
New CRETA-
Palisade440 Nm
Engine Size
New CRETA-
Palisade2199 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
New CRETA-
Palisade8.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
New CRETA-
Palisade203 mm
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Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Generation
New-generation South African CRETA preview
Not confirmed
Body Style
SUV
Seven-seat SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
Not confirmed
Segment
Compact SUV
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
Passenger Vehicle
Not confirmed
Facelift History
-
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Tare Mass Kg
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1952 kg
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Exterior Colour Options
Fiery Red, Titan Grey, Typhoon Silver, Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl
Not confirmed
Roof Type
-
Dual sunroof
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Ownership Role
Compact family SUV
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Not confirmed
Price Zar
-
1204500 ZAR
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
203 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
71 l
Kerb Weight
-
1952 kg
Towing Capacity
-
2200 kg
Seating Capacity
-
7 seats
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Climate Control
-
Automatic
Electric Tailgate
-
Smart power tailgate
AC Type
-
Automatic
Air Conditioning
-
Automatic
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Rim Size
-
20 Inches
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Engine
-
2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
-
Diesel
Hybrid System
-
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
-
2199 cc
Cylinders
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
-
Turbocharged
Fuel System
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
-
142 kW
Maximum Torque
-
440 Nm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
-
Not Applicable
Motor Location
-
Not Applicable
Drive Type
-
AWD
Transmission
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
-
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
72.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
225.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Battery Type
-
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
-
Not Applicable
Electric Range
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Applicable
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Gearbox
-
Automatic
Number of Gears
-
8
Transmission Type
-
Automatic
Gearbox Type
-
Automatic
Transmission Speeds
-
8
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Claimed Mileage
-
8.2 km/l
City Mileage
-
6.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
9.6 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
71 l
Fuel Tank Litres
-
71
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Airbags
-
Driver, passenger, side and curtain
ABS
-
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
-
Standard
EBD
-
Standard
Stability Control
-
Standard
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Tyre Size
-
245/50 R20
Wheel Rim Size
-
20 Inches
Wheel Diameter
-
20 Inches
Wheels
-
20 Inches
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Warranty Years
-
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
Warranty Kilometers
-
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
Basic Warranty
-
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
Warranty
-
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
Spec
New CRETA
Palisade
Service Plan Duration
-
7 years / 105 000 km
Service Plan Distance
-
7 years / 105 000 km
Service Plan
-
7 years / 105 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This New CRETA and Palisade comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
Specification Index Withheld
Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.
Fail closed
Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.
Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.
What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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