Hyundai’s upcoming 2028 Elantra is expected to share the fresh design and larger dimensions recently introduced on the South Korean market as the Avante. Although the North American version has yet to be officially revealed, a popular automotive YouTube channel has created detailed CGI renderings that imagine the compact sedan’s look with various exterior and interior colors.
New Design Carried Over from the 2026 Avante
The current eighth-generation Avante, launched in South Korea in mid-2026, features a muscular and angular styling language called “Art of Steel.” It is noticeably wider, longer, and has a longer wheelbase than the previous generation. Given Hyundai’s usual global rollout pattern, the Elantra is likely to arrive in Europe late 2026 and hit North America as a 2028 model.
The CGI preview from the “AutoYa” YouTube channel reflects these changes, imagining the Elantra with the same bold exterior design, which combines sharp lines and a wide stance. The digital renderings also show a variety of new paint colors for both the exterior and interior, filling in what we might expect when Hyundai launches official configurators in the US market.
What to Expect Before the Official Reveal
Hyundai has confirmed the Avante with two powertrain choices and new technology like AI systems and the Pleos Connect infotainment setup. Although details on the North American Elantra’s specifications are pending, it appears the company will keep the core styling and dimensions consistent between markets.
According to the AutoYa host, more official information about the US-spec Elantra should surface late 2026 or early 2027. Until then, the CGI concepts provide a useful glimpse of the model’s evolution, showing how Hyundai is pushing a more aggressive and modern design in the compact sedan segment.
For now, enthusiasts and potential buyers can explore these unofficial images online to get a feel for the Elantra’s future look and its expanded color palette ahead of the official launch.
Source: autoevolution.com