Hyundai goes as far as to say the new Elantra is nearly as spacious as a midsize sedan, so like a Sonata<\/a>. Aside from the increase in length, the next-generation model is also 30 mm (1.18 in) wider, measuring 1855 mm (73 in). It\u2019s also slightly taller than before, at 1,425 mm (56 in), although it\u2019s unclear whether that translates into additional headroom. It does appear to have a slightly flatter roofline, which could provide more headroom for rear passengers.<\/p>\n Photo by: Hyundai<\/p>\n The New Hyundai Elantra Bulks Up<\/p>\n We\u2019re told the next-gen Elantra adopts Hyundai\u2019s “Art of Steel” design language, which translates to lots of edges and sharp lines. The headlights and taillights create an “H” motif, and we can\u2019t help but notice the large ducktail spoiler stretching across the entire width of the rear end. Those two-tone wheels measure 18 inches and feature a five-spoke design that echoes the body\u2019s angular styling.<\/p>\n The interior looks like it belongs to a higher-segment car and comes with Hyundai\u2019s next-gen Android-based Pleos infotainment system<\/a>. As standard, the touchscreen measures 12.9 inches, but customers can upgrade to a larger 14.6-inch display, which thankfully hasn\u2019t swallowed all the physical controls. There are fewer buttons than before, but we\u2019re glad to see traditional switchgear below the screen.<\/p>\n A small, horizontal digital instrument cluster is perched on the dashboard directly in the driver\u2019s line of sight. Gone is the Hyundai<\/a> logo on the steering wheel, replaced by the four dots representing the Morse code for the letter H, a design detail we\u2019ve already seen on several other models. The gear selector has migrated behind the steering wheel, freeing up the lower portion of the center console, where there are now two wireless charging pads.<\/p>\n Photo by: Hyundai<\/p>\n Interior Moves Upmarket<\/p>\n Elsewhere, there\u2019s ambient lighting in the door panels and dashboard, two large cupholders ahead of the center armrest, and conventional buttons on both the steering wheel and the driver\u2019s door. The passenger side of the dashboard features a presumably soft, cushion-like pattern that creates the impression you\u2019re sitting in a much nicer car than an Elantra.<\/p>\n In South Korea, Hyundai plans to sell the Avante with a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter gasoline engine producing 147 hp, up 25 hp from before. There\u2019s also a more efficient 1.6-liter hybrid with a slight power bump to 155 hp. The latter gets the company\u2019s latest regenerative braking technology and a new function called Stay Mode. It allows occupants to use the battery\u2019s energy to power the air conditioning and infotainment system, much like in a fully electric vehicle.<\/p>\n The new Avante will go on sale domestically in the third quarter of the year, with the global Elantra likely to follow in 2027.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n 10 <\/p>\n \n Source: Hyundai <\/p>\n Motor1’s Take:\u00a0Hyundai is known for its daring designs, and the eighth-generation Elantra doesn\u2019t disappoint. Regardless of the badge it wears, any new sedan is good news, and we\u2019re certainly happy to see the mainstream segment isn\u2019t being neglected.<\/p>\n There are more reasons to get excited about the future, as a high-performance N version with a bigger engine<\/a> has already been announced. However, we\u2019ll likely have to wait a couple of years before it reaches the market since the regular versions will lead the way.<\/p>\n \n \t\tWe want your opinion!\n\t<\/p>\n What would you like to see on Motor1.com?<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\")
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