More attractive design, refreshed interiors and enhanced safety are among the key updates on the 2026 Verna facelift
Hyundai recently launched the new Verna facelift in the price range of Rs 10.98 lakh to Rs 18.25 lakh. Otherwise the facelift has now started reaching the dealerships. Updates can be seen in detail on both the exterior and interior. This provides a better understanding of the overall package offered with the facelift. Let’s see the details.
2026 Verna facelift – exterior update
The front fascia has been refreshed with changes to the lighting elements, grille and bumper. One of the major updates is the new LED projector headlamps. These compact, vertically stacked rectangular units ensure a more imposing appearance for the sedan. The same format has been used with the new venue also.
The 2026 Verna facelift features a larger grille with a redesigned insert in dark chrome finish. The bumper corners have fin-like structures which give them a more aerodynamic look. Otherwise, the facelift gets two new color options – Titan Gray Matte and Classy Blue. There are no changes to the bonnet or the full-width LED strip at the top.
There is not much change in the side profile, although the design of alloy wheels is new. The new Verna includes features like traditional door handles in chrome finish, body colored ORVMs with integrated turn signals, blacked-out B pillar and a sloping roofline. At the rear, the Verna facelift gets a refreshed bumper for a more attractive appearance. The sedan already has sporty tail lamps, which have been kept in the same format as before.
internal updates
Inside, the Verna facelift can be seen equipped with Hyundai’s new steering wheel with a 4-dot logo. This serves to enhance the premium cabin aesthetics of the sedan. Other Hyundai cars like the new Venue, Ioniq 5 and the upcoming new-gen i20 feature this 4-dot steering wheel. Otherwise, coming to the facelift, users will be able to access a TFT digital instrument cluster.
Other updates include Boss Mode with powered front passenger seat. A memory function has been introduced with the driver’s seat. The safety package is now stronger with 7 airbags as standard for the top variant. Other new safety features include rain sensing wipers, a 360-degree camera and a blind spot view monitor. The screen size and interior theme options have been carried forward in the same format as before.
No change in powertrain
The new 2026 Verna facelift uses the same engine options that were available earlier. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine produces 115 PS and 143.8 Nm torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and an iVT unit. The 1.5-litre turbo petrol unit produces 160 PS and 253 Nm. It is offered with transmission options of 6-speed manual and 7-speed DCT transmission.
With the 2026 Verna facelift, the trim names have been changed to HX2, HX4, HX6, HX6+, HX8 and HX10. The price of the base variant starts at Rs 10.98 lakh, while the top variant is priced at Rs 18.25 lakh. The Hyundai Verna facelift will continue to compete with the likes of Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia.
