We can now confirm what we were the first to report earlier — the upcoming Hyundai Grandeur facelift will feature Hyundai’s next-generation Pleos Connect infotainment system, complete with a Tesla-style large central touchscreen and a compact digital instrument cluster positioned behind the steering wheel. The image above showed the interior of the Grandeur facelift completely undisguised, providing the clearest evidence yet of Pleos Connect being integrated into Hyundai’s flagship sedan. This confirmation comes after our initial report hinted at Pleos adoption in the Grandeur lineup, making this the first visual proof supporting that claim.
Interior Reveals Pleos Connect With New Screen Layout
The newly spotted image shows a radically updated cabin layout compared to the current GN7 Grandeur. The most notable highlight is the oversized portrait-style center display, visually similar to Tesla’s minimalist approach, paired with a slimmer digital instrument cluster placed higher behind the steering wheel.
This setup signals a clear shift in Hyundai’s interior philosophy — prioritizing software-driven interaction and decluttering the dashboard.
Key interior highlights spotted include:
- Pleos Connect infotainment system with a large, tablet-like center screen
- Compact digital cluster mounted higher for improved visibility
- Clean dashboard design with reduced physical buttons
- Modern, tech-focused layout consistent with Hyundai’s next-generation UI direction
This confirms that Pleos Connect is no longer exclusive to future EVs and will extend to premium ICE models, starting with the Grandeur facelift.
Grandeur Facelift Possibly Teased Through Pleos Connect
Interestingly, the discovery appears to trace back to a clip showcasing the IONIQ 3 prototype interior, where Hyundai engineers were demonstrating the Pleos Connect interface. Observers noticed what looked like a digital render of a large sedan matching the Grandeur’s proportions embedded within the infotainment system’s menu.
This finding strongly suggests Hyundai is actively testing Pleos system compatibility across multiple vehicle lines, spanning both electric models like the IONIQ 3 and internal combustion flagships like the Grandeur.
While Hyundai has not officially confirmed the image, several design cues align perfectly with recent Grandeur GN7 facelift spy shots captured in Korea by ShortsCar.
Exterior Design: Vertical Headlights Removed
Alongside the interior confirmation, the undisguised image also reveals a key exterior change. Hyundai is ditching the vertical headlight design seen on the current Grandeur, a change that our colleagues at Gotcha Cars had already incorporated into their latest rendering.
Confirmed and expected exterior updates include:
- Horizontal MLA headlights, replacing the vertical units
- Thicker Seamless Horizon LED DRL strip for a more high-tech appearance
- Refined front grille geometry with sharper lines and premium chrome accents
- Raised rear turn signals for improved visibility and cleaner design
Together, these updates push the Grandeur closer to Genesis-inspired elegance, while maintaining Hyundai’s evolving IONIQ-influenced design language.
Interior Enhancements Beyond Pleos
Beyond the infotainment system, the Grandeur facelift is expected to receive several functional and ergonomic upgrades:
- Integrated digital display architecture combining infotainment and vehicle controls
- Embedded climate and airflow controls within the Pleos interface
- Redesigned steering wheel and higher gear selector placement
- Dual wireless charging pads and expanded storage solutions
If Pleos Connect officially debuts in the Grandeur, it would represent a major milestone — unifying Hyundai’s software ecosystem across its premium lineup.
Powertrain Lineup Remains Familiar
Mechanically, the Grandeur facelift is expected to retain its existing engine options:
- 2.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine
- 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine
- 1.6-liter turbocharged hybrid powertrain
No fully electric variant is planned for this facelift, although an all-electric Grandeur could arrive later in the decade, potentially around 2027, based on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform.
Release Timeline and Pricing Expectations
Hyundai is expected to officially unveil the Grandeur facelift in the first half of 2026. Pricing is likely to increase by approximately 2 million KRW, reflecting the upgraded lighting technology, refreshed exterior design, and the introduction of Pleos Connect infotainment.
With the interior now visually confirmed, the Hyundai Grandeur facelift is shaping up to be one of the most technology-driven updates in the model’s history — and a clear signal of where Hyundai’s premium sedans are headed next.
