With major interior and exterior upgrades, the 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift has been launched in India. Many significant differences have been noted from the previous Verna model, leading to many comparisons between the two. Let’s discuss what has changed and what’s still similar.
2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift vs Old Verna
The launch of the 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift has brought significant updates to the 6th-generation models. Interestingly, the mechanical heart of the car remains the same as that of the old Verna, but many design and performance features have been upgraded, true to Hyundai’s focus on design and comfort.
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Here’s a summarized table of differences between the new Verna facelift and the old Verna.
| Feature | Old Verna (2023-2025) | 2026 Verna Facelift |
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹11.00L – ₹17.42L | ₹10.98L – ₹18.25L |
| Variants | EX, S, SX, SX(O) | HX2, HX4, HX6, HX6+, HX8, HX10 |
| Steering Wheel | 2-Spoke Design | New 4-Dot D-Cut Steering |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | Up to 7 Airbags |
| Camera | Reverse Camera only | 360-Degree Camera + Blind Spot |
| Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustment | 4-way Powered + Boss Mode |
Verna Facelift Variants and Price
Hyundai has brought new trims with the 2026 Verna Facelift: HX2, HX4, HX6, HX6+, HX8, and HX10. The price depends significantly on the trim, with the base HX2 variant starting at ₹10.98 lakh. Notably, it is ₹18,000 higher than the old Verna base variant.
The 2026’s top HX10 variant is priced at ₹18.25 lakh, and it is approximately ₹1.1 lakh costlier than the previous top-end model.
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| Variant | 1.5L MPi Petrol (NA) | 1.5L Turbo GDi Petrol |
| HX2 MT | ₹10,98,400 | — |
| HX4 MT | ₹12,25,400 | — |
| HX6 MT | ₹13,19,400 | — |
| HX6 Plus MT | ₹14,40,400 | |
| HX6 Plus MT | ₹13,81,400 | — |
| HX6 Plus CVT | ₹15,02,400 | |
| HX8 HMT | ₹14,88,400 | ₹16,28,400 |
| HX8 CVT | ₹16,09,400 | — |
| HX8 DCT | — | ₹17,62,400 |
| HX10 CVT | ₹17,15,400 | |
| HX10 DCT | ₹18,25,400 |
Exterior
The new Verna 2026 is built on the sharp designs of the 6th-gen model, which was launched nearly 3 years ago, in 2023. Taking off the exterior, the car has gotten new and distinctive LED projector headlamps. Users can easily distinguish it from the older Verna with this update.
An additional difference includes the large grille with a dark chrome finish. Even the bumper designs have been refreshed with new fin-type elements. However, the full-width LED strip and bonnet design are still the same.
Hyundai has added two new color options to the 2026 Verna Facelift, which are Classy Blue and Titan Grey Matte.
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On the side view, the wheels are made up of new R16 diamond-cut alloy wheels. Other than that, most of the elements remain the same.
In addition, the bumper has been upgraded on the rear with a silver trim and diffuser-style lower section. This will give a more SUV-like appearance. Note that the rear lighting elements are still the same.
Interior
On the interior, the new Verna features a new 4-dot steering wheel. It is similar to the one used in the new Venue and Ioniq. Another change is in the digital instrument cluster, as it has refreshed graphics. However, the 10.25-inch infotainment and instrument screens remain the same.
The makers have kept the dual-tone black and white interior theme from the old Verna. The Turbo petrol variant is an exception, so it will continue with an all-black interior.
Safety and Other Features
The 2026 Hyundai Verna Facelift comes with upgraded safety features, thanks to the 360-degree camera, blind-spot view monitors, and rain-sensing wipers. Interestingly, the top variant even features 7 airbags, 1 more than the old Verna.
2026 Verna vs Old Verna: Engine and Performance
Among all these major design changes, the core remains the same. The 2026 Verna Facelift features the same engine as the old model, which is the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 115 PS and 143.8 Nm of torque. It is offered with a 6-speed manual or iVT transmission choice. 160 PS and 253 Nm of torque are generated by the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.