2027 Hyundai Avante Launched in South Korea: Pricing, Specifications, and New Features Revealed

Hyundai Motor Company has officially opened order books in South Korea for the 8th-generation All-New Avante(known globally as the Elantra), revealing full specifications, pricing, and key design changes for the completely redesigned mid-size sedan.

Moving to an expanded mid-size platform, the 8th-generation model incorporates Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) technology, enhanced crash safety structures, and upgraded powertrain configurations.

Pricing and Trim Lineup

The 2027 Hyundai Avante is offered in three trim tiers—Modern, Premium, and Inspiration—across two engine variants.

• Gasoline 2.0L Modern: 23.98 million KRW (Approx. $16,850 USD / €14,595 EUR)

• Gasoline 2.0L Premium: 27.71 million KRW (Approx. $19,470 USD / €16,865 EUR)

• Gasoline 2.0L Inspiration: 31.52 million KRW (Approx. $22,150 USD / €19,185 EUR)

• 1.6L Hybrid Modern (Pre-tax): 30.42 million KRW (Approx. $21,375 USD / €18,515 EUR)

• 1.6L Hybrid Premium (Pre-tax): 33.61 million KRW (Approx. $23,620 USD / €20,455 EUR)

• 1.6L Hybrid Inspiration (Pre-tax): 36.99 million KRW (Approx. $26,000 USD / €22,510 EUR)

Dimensions and Exterior Styling

Built on Hyundai's "Art of Steel" design language, the new sedan features sculpted fender volume, dynamic body lines, and futuristic intersecting door panel surfaces.

• Length: 4,765 mm

• Width: 1,855 mm

• Wheelbase: 2,750 mm

• Trunk Capacity: 479 Liters (VDA standard) with an widened opening width

• Color Options: 9 exterior shades (including Kodiak Blue Matte, Raptor Grey Matte, Graphene Green Pearl, Quantum Silver Pearl, Volcanic Red Pearl, and Goyo Copper Pearl) and 4 interior combinations (featuring Burgundy/Ivory Rose and Chalk Beige One-tone)

Powertrain Options and Performance

• Gasoline 2.0L: Delivers 149 PS and 18.3 kgf·m of torque, achieving up to 14.3 km/L in combined fuel efficiency.

• 1.6L Hybrid: Combines for a total system output of 157 PS and 27.0 kgf·m of torque. Upgrades yield a 6% boost in 0–100 km/h acceleration, a 17% improvement in 80–120 km/h passing acceleration, and an estimated 10% increase in fuel efficiency on 17-inch wheels.

Interior Architecture, Digital Tech, and ADAS

The cabin features a driver-centric driver's cockpit layout with a Double D-cut steering wheel alongside physical control switchgear for core climate and hazard functions.

• Pleos Connect Infotainment: Standard across all trims with a 14.6-inch or 12.9-inch main touchscreen supporting a native app store, accompanied by an inline 9.9-inch slim driver display.

• Safety Innovations: Debuts Hyundai's Shift-by-Wire (SBW) P-Stage Emergency Braking, Navigation Smart Cruise Control 2 (automatically slowing for speed bumps, turns, and intersections), and Memory Reverse Assist.

• Standard Safety & Comfort: 10 airbags (including front center-side and driver knee airbags), Pedal Misapplication Safety Assist, Lane Keeping Assist 2, Walk-Away Lock, and Wireless (OTA) Software Updates across all modules.

• Available Premium Upgrades: 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, 100W USB-C charging ports, Digital Key 2, Built-in Cam 2 Plus, double-laminated acoustic glass, and a wide sunroof.

Deliveries for the 2.0L Gasoline variant begin in South Korea during Q3 2026, with the 1.6L Hybrid model launching following government eco-friendly vehicle tax certification.