Hyundai Motor India has forayed into the entry-level SUV segment in the country with the launch of all-new model Exter, with introductory prices ranging between Rs 5.99 lakh and Rs 9.31 lakh (ex-showroom).
The model, which competes directly with Tata Motors Punch, comes powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine mated with both manual and automatic variants.
The five-speed manual trims, which deliver fuel efficiency of 19.4 km per litre are priced between Rs 5.99 lakh and Rs 9.31 lakh.
The five-speed automatic variant is tagged at Rs 7.96 lakh with a claimed fuel efficiency of 19.2 km per litre.
The CNG trim is priced at Rs 8.23 lakh with an efficiency of 27.1 km per kg.
Speaking at the launch, Hyundai Motor India MD and CEO Unsoo Kim said with the launch of Exter, the automaker has now become a full-range SUV manufacturer in the country.
He noted that the company has invested Rs 950 crore on the development of the model.
Outlining Hyundai’s commitment to the Indian market, Kim said the automaker has recently announced a Rs 20,000-crore investment spread over ten years to enhance production capacity, introduce electric models and set up a battery pack unit in Tamil Nadu.
Features :
Variants: Hyundai offers the Exter in five broad variants: EX, S, SX, SX (O) and SX (O) Connect. The mid-spec S and SX trims can also be had with an optional CNG kit.
Seating Capacity: While the Exter is offered in a 5-seater configuration, it’s more ideal as a 4-seater. Although Hyundai’s micro SUV does get 3-point seatbelts for all passengers, it misses out on an adjustable rear centre headrest.
Boot Space: The Exter offers a boot space of 391 litres.
Engine and Transmission: It gets a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine (83PS/114Nm), mated to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed AMT. Hyundai also offers the Exter with a 1.2-litre petrol-CNG option (69PS/95Nm), which is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The fuel efficiency of Exter is as follows:
1.2-litre petrol-manual – 19.4kmpl
1.2-litre petrol-AMT – 19.2kmpl
1.2-litre petrol-CNG – 27.1 km/kg
Onboard the Exter include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with up to 60 connected car features, a 4.2-inch digitised driver’s display, cruise control, wireless charging and auto AC.
The carmaker has confirmed amenities such as a single-pane sunroof, dash cam with dual cameras, rain sensing wipers and automatic headlights on the Exter.
