Following the September 2015 launch of the Avante in South Korea, the sixth generation Elantra was announced to be released for sale in February 2016 for the 2017 model year in North America.
Two trims are present in the 2017 model release: SE and Limited (Value Edition and Sport released later).
 In India, the AD series Hyundai Elantra launched on 23 August 2016 with gasoline and diesel engine options.
Its gasoline variants displaces 2.0 liters, while the diesel engine is a 1.6-liter unit.

The design of the car has been changed to a more conservative appearance.
The "fluidic sculpture" design that persisted across the Hyundai portfolio since 2011 is gone in the sixth generation Elantra.
The car is now more like a fastback with its roofline sloped from the windshield to the rear of the car and it has less curves overall with pentagonal head and tail lights, a hexagonal grille, and redesigned body panels and bumper emphasizing straight lines along the body.
The windshield is drawn back from the hood further than the prior generation, making for a more traditional sedan look.
The interior is also less curved, with a cockpit, audio/temp controls and glove compartment in a single bow line across the dash.
This was done without reducing the interior cabin space of the prior generation at 110.2 cubic feet (while the Elantra is sold under the compact class, it classifies as a mid-size sedan according to the EPA.)

Newly introduced for 2017 is the ECO Trim, a package which replaces the standard engine with a lower displacement Turbocharged 1.4-liter DOHC Inline-4, 128 hp (95 kW) Kappa engine along with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission that improves MPG use for eco driving customers.

Also new, the SE model has been noted to come standard with less features compared to the prior generation trim level, and includes a 147 hp (110 kW) 2.0-liter Nu four cylinder engine and mated to either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission: The SE Popular Equipment package which includes alloy wheels, cruise control, automatic headlights, and touchscreen stereo with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support; and a Tech Package (that requires the Popular Equipment package) which includes LED daytime running lights, blind spot and rear cross-traffic alert system, proximity key/push button start, hands-free trunk access, and TFT monochromatic cluster display (replacing the LCD cluster that comes standard).
In North America, the SE Popular Equipment package was not available on SE models with the 6-speed manual transmission.

In the middle of the 2017 model year, steering wheel audio controls become standard equipment across all trims.
A mid-level Value Edition trim was also added.
On top of the Popular Equipment and Tech Package for the SE, it included a power adjustable driver's seat, auto-dimming rearview mirror, a power sunroof, and automatic up driver's power window.

Packages for the Limited Edition includes a Limited Tech Package with a power sunroof, touchscreen stereo with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, heated seats, and ClariFi module to enhance interior car audio; and the Ultimate Package (that requires the Limited Tech Package) which adds automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, smart cruise control, lane keep assist, and memory presets for mirrors/driver seat adjustments.

2018 model year: The SEL trim replaces the SE with Popular Equipment Package, and now includes blind spot monitoring with rear-cross traffic alert and lane change assist, four wheel disc brakes (instead of front disc brakes and rear drum brakes), and rear seat cupholders instead of center console mounted ones.
Limited models receive glossy black interior accents and a standard auto-dimming rearview mirror.
All models also receive a new machine grey exterior color option and three years of complementary Blue Link/Homelink services.
Following the September 2015 launch of the Avante in South Korea, the sixth generation Elantra was announced to be released for sale in February 2016 for the 2017 model year in North America. Two trims are present in the 2017 model release: SE and Limited (Value Edition and Sport released later).  In India, the AD series Hyundai Elantra launched on 23 August 2016 with gasoline and diesel engine options. Its gasoline variants displaces 2.0 liters, while the diesel engine is a 1.6-liter unit.
The design of the car has been changed to a more conservative appearance. The "fluidic sculpture" design that persisted across the Hyundai portfolio since 2011 is gone in the sixth generation Elantra. The car is now more like a fastback with its roofline sloped from the windshield to the rear of the car and it has less curves overall with pentagonal head and tail lights, a hexagonal grille, and redesigned body panels and bumper emphasizing straight lines along the body. The windshield is drawn back from the hood further than the prior generation, making for a more traditional sedan look. The interior is also less curved, with a cockpit, audio/temp controls and glove compartment in a single bow line across the dash. This was done without reducing the interior cabin space of the prior generation at 110.2 cubic feet (while the Elantra is sold under the compact class, it classifies as a mid-size sedan according to the EPA.)
Newly introduced for 2017 is the ECO Trim, a package which replaces the standard engine with a lower displacement Turbocharged 1.4-liter DOHC Inline-4, 128 hp (95 kW) Kappa engine along with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission that improves MPG use for eco driving customers.
Also new, the SE model has been noted to come standard with less features compared to the prior generation trim level, and includes a 147 hp (110 kW) 2.0-liter Nu four cylinder engine and mated to either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission: The SE Popular Equipment package which includes alloy wheels, cruise control, automatic headlights, and touchscreen stereo with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support; and a Tech Package (that requires the Popular Equipment package) which includes LED daytime running lights, blind spot and rear cross-traffic alert system, proximity key/push button start, hands-free trunk access, and TFT monochromatic cluster display (replacing the LCD cluster that comes standard). In North America, the SE Popular Equipment package was not available on SE models with the 6-speed manual transmission.
In the middle of the 2017 model year, steering wheel audio controls become standard equipment across all trims. A mid-level Value Edition trim was also added. On top of the Popular Equipment and Tech Package for the SE, it included a power adjustable driver's seat, auto-dimming rearview mirror, a power sunroof, and automatic up driver's power window.
Packages for the Limited Edition includes a Limited Tech Package with a power sunroof, touchscreen stereo with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, heated seats, and ClariFi module to enhance interior car audio; and the Ultimate Package (that requires the Limited Tech Package) which adds automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, smart cruise control, lane keep assist, and memory presets for mirrors/driver seat adjustments.
2018 model year: The SEL trim replaces the SE with Popular Equipment Package, and now includes blind spot monitoring with rear-cross traffic alert and lane change assist, four wheel disc brakes (instead of front disc brakes and rear drum brakes), and rear seat cupholders instead of center console mounted ones. Limited models receive glossy black interior accents and a standard auto-dimming rearview mirror. All models also receive a new machine grey exterior color option and three years of complementary Blue Link/Homelink services.
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