It took some time for the Hyundai Elantra to make a comeback in the Philippines. While it did return when Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) revealed it at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), the seventh-generation Elantra was already in the middle of its cycle since it recently received a facelift. You can even read up on our review of the Elantra N and the base model Elantra GL.

In the near future, we have to say hello to its successor. Say annyeonghaseyo to the all-new eighth-generation Hyundai Elantra. While it carries the name Avante in its home market, elsewhere around the world, the sedan is known as the Elantra.

Let's start with the most obvious first. While the seventh-generation Elantra already looks great as it is, Hyundai decided to crank up its design all the way to eleven, and boy, did Hyundai impress. Featuring sharp edges, angular lines, and prominent wheel arches, the all-new Elantra delivers style in spades. From the thin LED daytime running lights to the massive alloy wheels, as well as its distinct LED taillights that would not look out of place in Cyberpunk 2077's Night City, the Elantra is a looker.

Also worth mentioning is its side profile, which appears to have been inspired by retro 80s design with its sleek roofline that tapers towards the rear. As mentioned earlier, it also has prominent wheel arches that further highlight the Elantra's more futuristic exterior.

Size-wise, the latest Elantra received a growth spurt, as it measures 4765mm long, 1855mm wide, and 1425mm tall. Side-by-side with the current generation, the all-new Elantra is 55mm longer and is 30mm wider, making the eighth-generation model a midsize four-door.

Hop inside, and the cabin of the all-new Elantra also gets one heck of a look. Instead of just having a minimalist look, the interior features a sculpted design with faux metal finishes, a padded dashboard, and a center console that's devoid of any gear selector. This likely means the all-new Elantra could get an electric column shifter like the Kona.

Speaking of the center console, the one on the Elantra features a stacked design, with the one near the driver placed higher than the one for the front passenger. Hyundai even made sure that both the driver and front passenger have their own center armrests, as well as what looks to be a pair of wireless charging pads.

Front and center is a huge 14-inch touchscreen media display that is powered by the brand's latest Pleos Connect infotainment system and Gleo AI, a generative AI assistant that lets users control vehicle functions and navigation via intelligent voice control. Below the touchscreen are a multitude of physical controls and buttons, which allow for a more ergonomic layout, especially for the climate control and other in-car functions.

Under the hood, the all-new Elantra will be available with two engine options: a 2.0L naturally aspirated inline-four and an upgraded 1.6L hybrid four-cylinder engine. While exact outputs have yet to be revealed, the 2.0L inline-four could continue to make 159 PS and 191 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the 1.6L hybrid will reportedly get an upgrade and may deliver up to 155 PS. As a comparison, the 1.6L hybrid in the current Elantra makes 141 PS with 265 Nm of torque.

Hyundai plans to reveal more details and specifications of the eighth-generation Elantra later this year, close to its official market sale in Korea. That means global markets like the Philippines may have to wait until next year to get their hands on the all-new sedan. Hopefully, the wait will not be too long.