Experience the Hyundai Exter: A Detailed Look at Features and Performance
The Hyundai Exter is making waves as a compelling micro-SUV, offering a blend of style, features, and practicality. This detailed overview covers everything from its pricing to its impressive safety suite.
Price and Variants
The Hyundai Exter offers a broad price range to suit various budgets. The base model starts at approximately ₹6,20,000 to ₹6,30,000. For those looking for more features, the top model can reach around ₹10,00,000. Specifically, the SX Optional variant (without the “Connect” features) is priced at ₹9,40,000 ex-showroom, with its on-road price in Lucknow being approximately ₹10,10,000. If you opt for a CNG variant, expect a price difference of roughly ₹1,00,000 compared to its petrol counterpart.
Striking Exterior Design
The Exter boasts a modern and assertive exterior.
- Front Profile: It features projector headlamps, a black lower grille, and a silver skid plate for a rugged appeal. The front engine and suspension setup are neatly integrated.
- Ground Clearance: The vehicle offers a practical ground clearance of about 185 mm, ideal for varied road conditions.
- Side View: The micro-SUV rides on 15-inch alloy wheels, equipped with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) automatically fold and unfold when the car is locked or unlocked, and they also house the integrated indicators. The A-pillar comes in a matt black finish, complemented by gloss black roof rails. An electric sunroof adds a premium touch. The B-pillar also features a matt black finish, and the door handles are body-colored. While some competitors offer 16-inch wheels, the Exter’s 15-inch setup provides more standard features.
- Rear Design: The rear showcases “Exter” badging and integrated indicators and reverse lights in the tail lamps. It includes two reverse parking sensors, reflectors on the bumper, and a silver-finished skid plate. A reverse parking camera is conveniently placed near the nameplate, aiding in easy maneuvering. The rear suspension setup and exhaust pipe are also visible.
- Dimensions: While it competes closely with models like the Tata Punch, the Hyundai Exter stands out with its feature-rich offering and appealing looks.
Spacious and Smart Interior
Step inside the Exter, and you’ll find a well-appointed and comfortable cabin.
- Rear Seating: The rear door trims are entirely black, housing power window controls, speakers, and bottle holders. The seats are upholstered in fabric. Rear passengers benefit from AC vents, a parcel tray, and a normal yellow roof light. Two adjustable headrests and three-point seatbelts are provided, along with child seat mounts. While comfortable for two, three passengers can also be accommodated with a slight adjustment due to a minimally raised floor.
- Driver’s Cockpit: The driver-side features a smart key with lock, unlock, and boot unlock buttons, partly with a leather finish. The fabric seats offer both height adjustment and recline options. Essential controls like the fuel lid opener, dead pedal, bonnet release lever, push engine start button, traction control switch, and headlight adjustment are easily accessible.
- Dashboard and Infotainment: The dashboard sports a dual-tone theme, combining black with a beige or grey finish. A full digital instrument cluster displays fuel gauge information, temperature bars, and a multi-information display (MID) that shows drive information, cluster light settings, door convenience alerts, and a reset option. A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is also integrated, alongside digital speed and RPM readings. An 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and AUX connectivity.
- Comfort and Convenience: The cabin includes a hazard light switch, black AC vents, and an automatic climate control system for optimal temperature management. A 12V charging outlet, Type A and Type C USB ports, and a wireless charging pad ensure all your devices stay powered. The Exter comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, with an automatic option also available. Other amenities include two glass holders, a manual handbrake, small storage spaces, and a cooled glove box. The manually adjustable IRVM, a yellow roof light, sunroof controls, and a microphone are located on the roof. The co-driver gets a vanity mirror, while the driver has a ticket holder.
- Sunroof: The electric sunroof offers an open-air experience.
Impressive Boot Space
The Hyundai Exter truly excels in its cargo capacity, offering 391 liters of boot space. This is notably more than some competitors, which typically provide around 366 liters. The boot includes a parcel tray, a boot light, and a hook for hanging items. The spare tire is a 14-inch unit, one size smaller than the main wheels. For those considering CNG, the twin-cylinder CNG option is cleverly integrated, still providing ample boot space.
Powerful Engine and Fuel Efficiency
The Exter is powered by a single, robust engine option: a 1.2-liter, 4-cylinder Kappa Petrol engine. This engine is also available with a CNG option.
- Petrol Engine: The 1.2-liter 4-cylinder Kappa petrol engine delivers 82 BHP of power and 114 Nm of torque. It boasts a claimed mileage of 19 kmpl. The engine is notably silent, though the hood does not have insulation.
- CNG Engine: When running on CNG, the power figures are slightly lower, but it offers an impressive claimed mileage of 28 kmpl.
Comprehensive Safety Features
Safety is a top priority for the Hyundai Exter, equipped with a wide array of features.
- Airbags: It comes standard with 6 airbags, including branding visible on the pillars.
- Braking and Stability: Features include ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), Traction Control, and ESP (Electronic Stability Program).
- Parking Aids: Reverse parking sensors and a reverse parking camera enhance parking safety.
- Driver Assistance: Other safety features comprise a speed alert system, seat belt warning, engine immobilizer, crash sensor, and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). While a build quality rating is yet to be announced, it is expected to achieve a respectable 2-3 stars.
Warranty and Color Options
The Hyundai Exter comes with a 3-year unlimited kilometer warranty, which can be further extended. It is available in several appealing color options, including the distinctive Starry Night (which displays a lovely blue shade in sunlight), Red, White, Khaki, and Grey.
The Hyundai Exter stands out as a strong contender in the micro-SUV segment, offering a compelling package of features, style, and safety for urban and highway driving.
