Overview

• Test mules photographed near Chennai show a reworked rear that keeps the full‑width light bar with updated internals and a more squared‑off lower bumper.
• The front remains under heavy camouflage, with industry watchers expecting a new rectangular grille and sharper lighting elements at launch.
• Interior upgrades are expected to include a larger touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ventilated front seats, a rear wireless charger, a panoramic sunroof, and Hyundai’s digital key.
• Powertrains are expected to carry over with the 1.5‑litre NA petrol and 1.5‑litre turbo petrol, with manual and automatic options including CVT for the NA and DCT for the turbo.
• A modest price increase is anticipated, with the refreshed sedan set to compete against the Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus, and Skoda Slavia.