The facelifted Hyundai Elantra / Avante has been
spied undisguised, ahead of its unveiling in South Korea next month. The updated model has been equipped with an all-new front fascia
which eschews the gentle curves of the current model. The subtle styling cues
are replaced by hard, angular lines and triangular shapes.
The triangular styling can also been seen in the
car’s new headlights which now extend into the grille. The latter has also been
redesigned as it features a revised shape as well as slender horizontal bars. The sides remain largely the
same, but the Elantra has been equipped with new taillights that have a more
dynamic appearance. The rear bumper is also new and it includes a recessed area
for the relocated license plate.
Almuraba.net reports the car will have a new infotainment system with
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. We can also expect a handful of other
updates including additional driver assistance systems.
Additional information is limited but the Elantra
may come equipped with the 1.6-liter Smart Stream G engine that is offered in
the Korean market Kia Forte / K3. It produces 123 PS and can
be paired to the company’s Intelligent Variable Transmission.
Spy photographers have also caught what they believe
is an electric or plug-in hybrid variant undergoing testing. Little is known
about that particular model but it likely uses the same powertrain as the Ioniq
which is offered in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric guise.
