2026 Hyundai Elantra Interior: Built for the Way You Drive in St. Louis

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra interior offers a cabin that feels larger than compact sedans typically deliver, with seating for five, 99.4 cubic feet of passenger volume, and a driver-focused layout built for daily life in St. Louis. Whether you are running errands through South County or merging onto I-270, the Elantra puts everything within reach. For 2026, Hyundai upgraded the interior with higher-quality finishes and a revised color palette, giving the 2026 Hyundai Elantra a more polished feel across every trim.

Seating and Passenger Space

The 2026 Elantra seats five passengers across two rows. Up front, the driver gets a 6-way adjustable seat with height and lumbar support, and front headroom measures approximately 40.6 inches, leaving the cockpit feeling open and airy. Rear passengers have enough legroom for adult-sized comfort on longer trips, making the Elantra a practical option for families and daily commuters alike. Higher trims add a 60/40 split-folding rear seatback for extra configuration flexibility, while the base SE trim includes a one-piece folding rear seat that covers most everyday needs.

Cargo Space and Versatility

At 14.2 cubic feet, the Elantra’s trunk ranks well among compact sedans and handles a full week of groceries, a set of luggage, or sports gear without any creative packing. A hands-free smart trunk release is available on select trims, making loading easier when your hands are full. The 60/40 split-folding rear seat on the SEL Sport Premium, Limited, and N Line trims opens up the cargo area for longer items when you need the extra room. Door pockets and center console storage throughout the cabin keep daily essentials organized and within reach.

Interior Colors, Materials, and Comfort

Cloth seating surfaces come standard and are built for durability and daily comfort. Step up to the SEL Sport for a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and the SEL Sport Premium adds heated front seats for those cold St. Louis mornings. The Limited brings ventilated front seating, an Integrated Memory System for the driver’s position, and an available Bose 8-speaker premium audio system with subwoofer.

Hyundai’s 2026 interior revisions introduced updated finishes and a more cohesive cabin palette, giving every trim a polished, modern feel. Ambient lighting with selectable color options is available on upper trims, adding a refined touch after dark.

Cabin Technology

Every 2026 Elantra comes equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual USB ports, and Bluetooth connectivity. Wireless device charging is available on select trims, keeping the center console cable-free on your commute. Upper trims add dual automatic climate control so front and rear passengers can set their own temperature. Hyundai SmartSense driver-assist technology comes standard across the lineup, including forward collision-avoidance, lane-keeping assist, and driver attention warning, all accessible through a clear driver display.

Interior features vary by trim, from seat materials and climate control to tech upgrades and audio. Reviewing the Elantra’s trim configurations will help you identify the right combination before stopping into Suntrup Hyundai South.

See the 2026 Elantra Interior for Yourself at Suntrup Hyundai South

Suntrup Hyundai South is located at 5926 S Lindbergh Blvd in St. Louis, and the team can walk you through every 2026 Elantra on the lot. See the cabin in person, load the trunk, and settle into the seat that fits your daily drive.

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