See Inside Amtrak’s New High-Speed Acela Train Cars

In anticipation of the smoother and faster trains, let’s take a closer look at the interior, which will appeal to Amtrak riders who are tired of the old cars lined with grey and blue seats.

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The next-generation trains are a long time coming: the current Acela trains have been in operation since 2000, and it’s been six years since Amtrak announced its plans to refresh the aging stock.

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The fleet will grow from 20 to 28 trainsets all capable of running up to 160 mph.

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The new trains will each have 378 seats …

… a 25% increase from the 304 seats on the current models, Benji Stawski of the Points Guy reported.

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Inside, the swanky new cars will look more modern than any Amtrak train currently in service.

Small details like the digital screens …

… and winged headrests will make the new cars feel more modern and comfortable.

But the most obvious changes will be in the coach and cafe cars.

The cafe car will receive a complete much-needed refresh.

Say hello to a sleeker cafe with a digital menu, hip rests, bar-style counters, and grab-and-go food options …

… which looks nothing like the older cafe cars travelers see today.

The coach cars still maintain the classic row of seats. But unlike the previous design, the new cars will have color-coded headrests.