Sooner or later, the mid‑size sedan market in India is warming again, and Hyundai is gearing up to refresh its popular Verna. Its 2026 Hyundai Verna facelift has been quietly seen testing this year and shows indications the vehicle’s interiors were touched on. While sales are down compared to the likes of rivals like the Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia, Hyundai hopes to make the product a more premium, modern cabin experience in order to draw buyers in.
One of the most highlights of the facelift is the modified cabin. Spy shots reveal a newer steering wheel replacing the older one. Hyundai interestingly chose a dotted "Morse code" style logo on the horn pad instead of a regular badge. The car also gets dual digital screens. They combine the instrument cluster and infotainment system that will be seen in the Hyundai Venue. In this layout, the Verna looks forward into a modern era indeed. The upholstery, too, was revised, with dual‑tone finishes and red stitching to add a sporty touch. The cabin feels more premium, and more competitive with the competition.
The styling of the Verna has always been bold, but the design divided views. Sales figures demonstrate this, with Hyundai’s number of them selling fewer than 1,000 units in January 2026, while rivals sold almost two times as many. The facelift is also timely, as it seeks to appeal to customers without overshifting that mechanical package. That means ownership cost stays the same, buyers have a refreshed design and improved features.
Focusing on interiors, our facelift will continue Hyundai’s 1.5‑litre turbo‑petrol engine with 158 bhp and 253 Nm of torque power. A performance robust seven‑speed dual‑clutch transmission (DCT) will be accompanied by this engine.
The 2026 Hyundai Verna facelift not only looks beautiful. Featuring a new steering wheel, dual‑screen setup, upgraded upholstery and premium cabin feel, Hyundai is clearly trying to get sedan buyers back. They say the changes reflect that the company is listening to its customers' feedback and adapting to the trend. The facelift provides buyers with a more modern driving experience from a stylish vehicle while keeping the Verna competitive in a difficult segment.
