Hyundai Exter launched in India at ₹5.99 lakh! Details on design, features, more
Hyundai has launched its new Exter SUV in India, with prices starting at ₹5.99 lakh. The Exter is the smallest and most budget-friendly SUV in Hyundai's Indian lineup, and will compete with models from Tata and Maruti Suzuki.
On Monday, the Hyundai Exter was introduced with an official launch, offering a base variant starting at ₹5.99 lakh and a top variant priced at ₹9.31 lakh (ex-showroom prices). The Hyundai Exter SUV is the smallest among all Hyundai SUVs in the Indian market and also stands as the most budget-friendly option in its category from the brand.
The Hyundai Exter SUV is entering a highly competitive market currently led by the Tata Punch and recently joined by the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. Despite the dominance of the Venue and Creta models, Hyundai is banking on the Exter to form a formidable trio of SUV offerings.
Speaking of looks, the Hyundai Exter SUV has been specifically designed to attract a younger demographic of car buyers. Its exterior features several design highlights, including eye-catching elements. The front fascia is characterized by H-shaped daytime running lights, projector headlights, and a prominent grille. On the sides, the Exter boasts diamond-cut alloy wheels and noticeable side cladding. At the rear, the car is equipped with H-shaped LED tail lights and a striking interconnecting bar.
The Hyundai Exter stands out in terms of dimensions, with the largest wheelbase and the highest height in its segment. Its dimensions include a length of 3,815 mm, width of 1,710 mm, height of 1,631 mm, and a wheelbase of 2,450 mm. It also offers a fuel tank capacity of 37 liters (or 60 kilograms for CNG).
When it comes to color options, the Hyundai Exter provides a range of choices. These include the all-new Ranger Khaki and Cosmic Blue shades, along with other options such as White with Black roof, Starry Night, Fiery Red, Atlas White, Titan Grey, and Cosmic Blue with Black roof.
As a Hyundai vehicle, the Exter comes equipped with a wide range of features. Notable among them are a sunroof, dashcam, digital driver display, and an eight-inch main infotainment screen, among others.
The Exter is available in multiple variants with different ex-showroom prices. Here is a list of the variant-wise ex-showroom prices of the Exter:
EX: The EX variant is priced at Rs. 5.99 lakh.
S: The S variant is priced at Rs. 7.27 lakh.
SX: The SX variant is priced at Rs. 7.99 lakh.
SX (O): The SX (O) variant is priced at Rs. 8.64 lakh.
SX (O) Connect: The SX (O) Connect variant is priced at Rs. 9.32 lakh.
CNG: The CNG variant is priced at Rs. 8.24 lakh.
The SX, SX(O), and SX(O) Connect trims come with a comprehensive range of safety features as standard. These include six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), hill assist control, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), rear parking sensors and camera, three-point seatbelts for all seats, and seatbelt reminders. Additionally, these trims also offer ISOFIX anchorages for child seats.
If you opt for the E or S trims, these safety features can be added as optional extras. This means that you have the flexibility to equip your lower-spec trims with the same level of safety equipment found in the higher trims, ensuring the safety of all occupants.
The Hyundai Exter is available with a 1.2-liter Kappa petrol engine that is compatible with E20 fuel. It can be paired with either a five-speed manual transmission or an AMT (Automated Manual Transmission). Additionally, Hyundai offers the option to select a factory-fitted CNG variant for the Exter.
Moroever, the Hyundai Exter SUV delivers a combined power output of 81.86 bhp and torque of 113.8 Nm in both the manual transmission (MT) and automated manual transmission (AMT) variants. In the CNG version, the power output is slightly reduced to 68 bhp, accompanied by a torque of 95.2 Nm. As for fuel efficiency, the petrol-only Exter achieves a claimed mileage of 19.4 kmpl (MT) and 19.2 kmpl (AMT). On the other hand, the Exter equipped with CNG offers a mileage of 27.1 kilometers per kilogram.
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First Published:10 Jul 2023, 02:15 PM IST
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