Hyundai has unveiled the next-generation 2027 i30 Sedan (Elantra) at the 2026 Busan Mobility Show in South Korea, previewing a bigger and more technology-focused small sedan ahead of further Australian details.
Known as the Avante in Korea and Elantra in other markets, the new model is the eighth generation of the nameplate and replaces the current version that launched in 2020. Hyundai Australia is expected to confirm local timing, specs and pricing very soon.
The new model adopts Hyundai’s latest design language, with a wider and lower look, slim H-style lighting at the front and rear, stronger wheel arches and a more formal three-box sedan profile.
It has also grown in size. Hyundai lists the new Avante at 4765mm long, 1855mm wide and 1425mm tall, with a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 55mm longer, 30mm wider and 30mm longer in wheelbase than the outgoing model.
Inside, the cabin moves further into Hyundai’s latest digital era, with a large central display running the company’s new Android Automotive-based Pleos Connect system. Depending on the variant, the screen measures either 12.9 or 14.6 inches. However, it looks like some physical buttons and knobs remain.
Powertrain details for Korea include a 2.0-litre petrol producing 110kW, along with an updated 1.6-litre hybrid with a combined 115kW (up from 104kW in the outgoing hybrid i30 sedan). Hyundai says the hybrid gains improved regenerative braking and predictive energy management to help boost real-world efficiency.
A broad safety package is also being presented, including upgraded navigation-based cruise control, 10 airbags, blind-spot systems, lane support, surround-view camera tech and remote parking assistance.
Korean-market orders are scheduled to open in the third quarter. Australian details are expected to be announced very soon, as mentioned, with the all-new N high-performance variant set to debut later down the track.
