Hyundai Exter : Tough market for small SUVs but the Hyundai Exter made an impression with its brave looks, functional styling and some competitive fuel numbers.
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This waist-height SUV appeals to those who want an SUV but not the running costs and convenience of a hatchback.
From the outside, Exter Hyundai is an aggressively designed looker with a sporty and sharp design language.
It’s small and can cope with narrow city streets, yet dominates the road in a way that a standard hatchback can’t. Work in the city?
Have a young family? Are you a first time car buyer? The Exter struts out a great mix of style, creature comfort, and fuel economy.
Eye-Catching Design
The Exter doesn’t strive to impersonate its larger SUV siblings but establishes its own identity.
The front section is here with a massive grille, square headlamps with LED DRLs and the wide bumper which is giving it a current rugged look.
The silhouette is dominated by roof rails, black cladding and stylish alloy wheels to enhance its SUV personality.
With a boot of 301 litres, it still has good ground clearance for troubled patches and potholes.
Hyundai also provided various colours and dual-tone paint finishes which makes it all the more appealing to the youth. In a category in which aesthetics are a big deal, the Exter hits all the right notes.
Interior Comfort and Features
The Exter continues Hyundai’s approach of providing a sense of premium feel on the inside.
The cabin is well-conceived, with top-notch materials, intuitive controls and plenty of space for both rows of passengers.
Even though it is a small SUV, the car doesn’t feel cramped and the boot is suitable for everyday use and short trips.
The infotainment system, get an 8-inch touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, however, higher trims are available with lots of features including voice command recognition, digital instrument cluster, rear ac vents and wireless charger.
It has safety essentials like 6 airbags (top models), ABS with EBD, reverse parking camera, and ESC, which is one of the safest car in its segment.
Engine and Performance
The Hyundai Exter gets a 1.2-litre petrol engine that belts out about 82 bhp, both manual and AMT options.
It is remarkably, notably smooth, and it’s equally at home in urban driving situations. There’s even a CNG version for people who would prefer running costs be even lower.
But the best part is the mileage. The petrol-powered CVT returns up to 19.4 kmpl and the CNG version provides a segment-leading fuel efficiency of 27.1 km/kg.
These stats put it on the short list of most fuel-efficient cars for its class, letting buyers feel pretty good about the hit they take at the gas pump.
Though it’s not a performance machine, the Exter is neither roomy nor fast, but it balances the equation with an even-riding character and quick, light steering that make it an ideal car for daily commuting as well as an occasional highway trip.
Pricing and Variants
ex-showroom starting from around Rs. 6 lakh (ex-showroom) to Rs 10 lakh for the top-spec variants.
There are lots of trims and trinkets throughout the range, tailored for your wallet and temperament. Its availability as a CNG however, further adds to its appeal for budget-minded shoppers.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
Fashion Appearance: Striking design is not just for show on the street.
Good Mileage: Petrol and CNG options are good on Mileage.
Tech- and Safety-Rich Cabin: Includes upscale tech and driver-assist options.
Small but Roomy: Just right for kids in the city.
Affordable Service: Supported by Hyundai’s robust service infrastructure.
Cons:
No Diesel Option: Misses the presence of a diesel variant that some interested buyers may want.
Highway Punch: Slightly weak engine for long drives.
Top Variants Pricey: The high end variants come at a little costly price band.
No Turbo Option: A sportier engine option will be missed by enthusiasts.
Stiff Competition: Competes against hard rivals like Tata Punch and Maruti Fronx.
Hyundai Exter Final Verdict
The Hyundai Exter has been designed to provide the kind of car small SUV buyers are looking for – good looking styling, practical features, high mileage, and reliability.
Not raw power, or luxury, but something that is everyday usable with the sense of quality.
The Hyundai Exter is the right choice for urbanites who desire SUV flavor with no economy loss in the bargain.
Compact, efficient and designed to satisfy real-world needs — a genuinely smart buy in the small SUV segment today.