I think you are in the right direction.
Usually upgrading the speakers 1st will definitely improve the sound.
I would suggest to check Crutchfield.com they have many selection & many models of speakers you can sample the sound.
get the good quality speakers.
if you go with Crutchfield.com they will also add needed hardware for free like speaker adapters & wiring harness adapters.
congratulations on your new ride!
I have bought a few pairs from them.
I am very pleased with them.

 

don't forget their Special Zone for great deals

 

For what you are trying to achieve I second the recommendation for Crutchfield. Give them a call and talk to a specialist. They are usually quite knowledgeable and will offer advise.

 

Crutchfield is a great source but the selection is overwhelming. I will call Crutchfield and see if I can get a recommendation. I think the stock head unit's 160W is sufficient but I need more than 4 speakers to improve the quality. Active noise cancellation is another thing to factor to deal here..

 

Will also recommend Crutchfield. Have used their services for 3 different audio upgrades from head unit to speakers to small amp [Alpine 445]. Great selection, even better tech support. Unfortunately, head unit upgrade is impossible in that OEM head unit is a part of the computer system.

Will also recommend installing sound deadening material inside all doors, back hatch, to isolate outside noises.

Good luck. Keep us posted.

 

You want efficient speakers so look at the sensitivity rating. I have used Polk DB652 speakers from Crutchfield with good success.

 

I also would suggest looking at Crutchfield. We went with the Polk Audio speakers- no regrets.

 

Crutchfield has always been my go to for car audio.

 

I also bought the 2025 LX model and you couldn't have said it any better. I have changed the door speakers like 4 times already and I own a car stereo shop. I went with Memphis PRX in the front doors and had amazing sound. The back doors are a completely different story. I have tried everything under the sun to try and get the back doors to sound "better" to no avail. My next step is to completely rewire the car and add a multiple channel amp.

 

The LX trim has a poor stereo. The higher trims are much better in terms of power