Hyundai Elantra Glove Compartment
Glove Compartment for the Hyundai Elantra — new, used and aftermarket stock, quoted once we know which Elantra you are running
What Are Hyundai Elantra Glove Compartment?
The glove compartment on a Hyundai is the lidded storage bin in the dashboard ahead of the front passenger. On i20 and Accent we see the plastic latch snap cleanly in half, so the lid hangs open or jams shut with nothing else wrong.
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Elantra Glove Compartment: what actually decides fitment
What changes across the range
Elantra owners are usually surprised by how much turns on the generation code — J2 Avante, XD, HD, MD and AD all sold here.
Early SA cars wear the Avante name and later ones the Elantra badge for what is effectively the same lineage — the generation code, not the badge, is what a parts desk works from.
Worth knowing: the Elantraa platform relative of the Kia Cerato through several generations.
What we check on glove compartment
- •The generation code, because Elantra parts lists split on it
- •The engine family — this Elantra was sold with Alpha 1.6 (XD), Gamma 1.6 (HD), Nu 1.8 (MD) and Nu 2.0 (AD)
- •The trim level, the interior colour, and whether the car has leather or cloth
- •Whether the car is pre- or post-facelift within its generation
In South Africa the Elantra is mostly a compact sedan bought by long-distance commuters, so highway mileage accumulates fast and driveline wear tends to run ahead of the visual condition. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
Hyundai Elantra Glove Compartment FAQs
Will glove compartment from another Elantra fit mine?
Not automatically. The Elantra sold in South Africa as J2 Avante, XD, HD, MD and AD, and early SA cars wear the Avante name and later ones the Elantra badge for what is effectively the same lineage — the generation code, not the badge, is what a parts desk works from. Send us the generation code off your VIN plate and we will confirm it either way before anything is dispatched.
What should I send you when asking about Elantra glove compartment?
The VIN is the single most useful thing — a photo of the plate is fine. Failing that, the generation code and the engine code off the block. The Elantra ran as J2 Avante, XD, HD, MD and AD, so the generation is what narrows the search.
How much does it cost to replace a Hyundai glove box?
A used glove compartment assembly through SA strippers usually lands in the R250-R850 bracket for i20, Accent models. A latch-only fix is cheaper still. Get a free quote and we will match it to your trim and colour.
Why is my Hyundai glove compartment jammed or broken?
The latch tongue on i20 and Accent dashboards is a thin plastic hook that fatigues and snaps. Once it breaks, the catch jams in the shut position. Opening it forcefully usually destroys the surrounding trim too.
How do you open a Hyundai glove box with a broken handle?
Ease a thin plastic trim tool down the side of the lid to push the latch tongue sideways off the striker. Pull gently as you feel it release. Never prise from below, as this cracks the hinge tabs.
Can you replace just the glove box latch on a Hyundai?
Yes, on most i20, Accent units the latch is a separate plastic module that unclips from the inside of the lid. A latch kit is cheaper than a full glove box, though colour-matched second-hand lids often make more sense.
Where can I buy a Hyundai glove compartment in South Africa?
Pro Hyundai Spares carries used glove boxes and latch assemblies for Getz, i20, Accent and Creta. Our supplier network keeps further stock. Send us your VIN for a colour and trim match.
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Get your Elantra glove compartment matched properly
A part number from the old unit, or simply your VIN, is enough for us to identify the right glove compartment for your Elantra.