Palisade 3.8 V6 Calligraphy

The Palisade 3.8 V6 Calligraphy is the top-trim variant of Hyundai's large three-row SUV, aimed at buyers who need genuine seven or eight-seat capacity with a well-equipped cabin. The 3.8-litre naturally aspirated V6 produces smooth, linear power that suits highway cruising and family hauling better than city stop-and-go. In Karachi or Lahore traffic, expect fuel consumption in the 7-9 km/l range, so running costs are a real consideration. The automatic gearbox is relaxed and unobtrusive in daily use.

The Palisade was never locally assembled, so all units in Pakistan are either CBU imports or grey-market entries. That means parts sourcing requires authorised Hyundai dealers or specialist importers, and not every mechanic will be familiar with the platform. Given its discontinued status, confirm parts availability before buying. At this age and usage, check the transmission fluid, suspension components, and infotainment system carefully. Resale is narrower than mainstream SUVs because the buyer pool for large imported Hyundais is limited.