Hyundai has revealed the exterior and interior design of the 2023 model of its flagship sedan, the Grandeur. The new-generation sedan is also known as Azera in markets outside South Korea. It features a significant styling departure from the previous-generation model. Hyundai has yet to reveal technical details about the Grandeur sedan. And it will sit above the Sonata in the company’s global lineup.

The Grandeur’s front fascia resembles that of the Staria MPV, revealed in 2021. A full-width LED DRL light bar and an almost full-length horizontal grille flank the main headlight clusters. It has a clean profile, flush door handles and minimal cuts and creases. It also receives a distinctive quarter glass, like the original Grandeur from 1986. The uncluttered theme continues at the rear, like the front, and gets a full-length light bar.

The interiors of the Grandeur are a significant departure from the model it replaces. The dashboard has a dual-screen setup and the centre console controls climate settings. It also comes with a three-spoke steering wheel inspired by the original model. It has ‘eco-process’ Nappa leather and anti-bacterial leather on certain touch points.

The previous model offered both petrol and diesel engine options. And we expect the new model will come with various powertrain options. More information on the car’s powertrain will be available ahead of a possible global launch in early 2023. Hyundai is unlikely to bring Grandeur to the Indian market.

Hyundai’s India model lineup includes the Grand i10, Nios, and i20 hatchbacks. Venue, Creta, Alcazar, and Tucson SUVs, and the Aura and Verna sedans. Hyundai’s flagship crossover, the Ioniq 5, is expected to be launched in India early next year.