The interior is plush and has a total of seven USB points and four 12-volt outlets.

The first row has a large centre storage bin plus two retractable cupholders and two bottle holders (in each door). It also has a storage space for larger items, like a handbag.

The second row has map pockets on back of front seats, map reading lights and two directional air-vents in the ceiling. It also has four cupholders and two bottle holders.

The third row has four cupholders and two directional air-vents in the ceiling.

The Palisade range comes with either seven or eight seats. Entry and mid level models have black synthetic leather trim and the higher grades come with Nappa leather in either black or burgundy. The sports front seats feature electric adjustments on the driver's side only until you're in the higher spec Highlander model. You can get heated front seats as an option, as well.

Seven-seat models - Three seats (60/40 split fold) in second row with two ISOFIX points and two top tethers. Two seats (50/50 split fold) in third row with one ISOFIX point and two top tethers.

Eight-seat models - Three seats (60/40 split fold) in second row with two ISOFIX points and three top tethers. Three seats (60/40) split fold) in third row with one ISOFIX point and two top tethers.

The Palisade standard equipment list includes, Apple Car Play, Android Auto, AEB, 18-20-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, digital radio, LED headlights and daytime running lights, auto headlights, a leather-appointed steering wheel, 10.25-inch multimedia touchscreen, push-button start, roof-mounted air vents (second and third row), a reversing camera, and sat nav.

Expect diesel versions of the Palisade to accelerate from 0-100km/h in around 10.5 seconds, and the V6 petrol to hit the same mark in roughly 8.00 seconds.