Hyundai’s 2027 Elantra Is Bigger, Sharper, And Barely Recognizable
The eighth-generation Hyundai Elantra breaks cover in Korea with sharper styling, advanced infotainment, and more efficient powertrains.
Key Takeaways
- The 2027 Hyundai Elantra has been unveiled in Korea with a new design language and advanced features.
- The compact sedan has grown in size, with a longer wheelbase and wider body.
- The interior features a 14.6-inch display and advanced infotainment system.
- The Elantra will be available with two powertrain options: a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and a 1.6-liter hybrid engine.
- The hybrid model features improved fuel efficiency and a new regenerative braking system.
What Makes the 2027 Model Stand Out?
The 2027 Hyundai Elantra is a significant departure from its predecessor, with a new design language that gives it a wider and more athletic stance. The surfacing is sculpted, with fenders that wouldn’t look out of place on a Lamborghini Urus. The front splits its LED headlights into ultra-slim DRLs up top and main units buried in the bumper intakes.
The greenhouse borrows from the flagship Grandeur, paired with muscled-up rear shoulders and a five-spoke design for the 18-inch wheels. Out back, vertical and horizontal LEDs trace an H-shaped signature above a dual splitter and a boxy ducktail spoiler.
A Bigger Footprint, A Roomier Cabin
The new car stretches 4,765 mm (187.6 in) long, 1,855 mm (73 in) wide, and 1,425 mm (56.1 in) tall, riding on a 2,750 mm (108.3 in) wheelbase. That’s 55 mm (2.2 in) longer and 30 mm (1.2 in) wider than before, with another 30 mm (1.2 in) stretched between the axles.
According to Hyundai, the extra size pushes interior room close to midsize-sedan territory. The cabin takes its styling cues from furniture, leaning on rounded shapes and soft-touch materials.
Advanced Infotainment and Safety Features
The cabin features a 14.6-inch display, with a 12.9-inch screen available as the smaller option, both running the new Pleos Connect software and the generative AI agent “Gleo AI.” That assistant already lives in the facelifted Grandeur flagship and handles natural conversation.
The equipment list runs to a Bang & Olufsen system, a built-in cam, dual wireless charging pads, and 100W ultra-fast USB ports. In terms of safety, the Avante has 10 airbags and a comprehensive suite of ADAS including the new avigation-based Smart Cruise Control 2, Memory Reversing Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist, SBW P-mode Emergency Braking, and Pedal Misuse Safety Assist systems.
Gasoline and Hybrid Options
The Korean-spec Avante will be available with two powertrain options at launch. The first is an improved version of the naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter gasoline engine producing 147 hp (110 kW / 149 PS), a 26 hp (19 kW) bump over the outgoing model.
The second is a self-charging hybrid that pairs a more efficient 1.6-liter engine with a stronger electric motor and a bigger battery for a combined 155 hp (116 kW / 157 PS).
| Engine | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0-liter gasoline | 147 hp (110 kW / 149 PS) | Not specified |
| 1.6-liter hybrid | 155 hp (116 kW / 157 PS) | Not specified |
Availability
While the company didn’t get into details about availability, the new Hyundai Avante is expected to hit Korean dealers later this year, likely followed by its gradual roll out to other markets. The compact sedan will likely reach North America as the 2027 Elantra sometime in the coming months.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key features of the 2027 Hyundai Elantra?
A: The 2027 Hyundai Elantra features a new design language, advanced infotainment system, and improved safety features. It also has a larger interior and two powertrain options: a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and a 1.6-liter hybrid engine.
How big is the 2027 Hyundai Elantra?
A: The 2027 Hyundai Elantra is 4,765 mm (187.6 in) long, 1,855 mm (73 in) wide, and 1,425 mm (56.1 in) tall, riding on a 2,750 mm (108.3 in) wheelbase.
When will the 2027 Hyundai Elantra be available?
A: The new Hyundai Avante is expected to hit Korean dealers later this year, likely followed by its gradual roll out to other markets. The compact sedan will likely reach North America as the 2027 Elantra sometime in the coming months.
