Engineering:Hyundai Exter

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Short description: Crossover city car
Not to be confused with Hyundai Excel.

Hyundai Exter
Overview
ManufacturerHyundai
ProductionJune 2023 – present
AssemblyIndia: Chennai (HMIL)
DesignerCho-hee Park
Body and chassis
ClassCrossover city car (A)
Body style5-door mini SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformHyundai-Kia K1
RelatedHyundai Grand i10 Nios
Hyundai Aura
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.2 L Kappa II MPI I4
  • Petrol/CNG:
  • 1.2 L Kappa II MPI I4
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Length3,830 mm (150.8 in)
Width1,710 mm (67.3 in)
Height1,631 mm (64.2 in)

The Hyundai Exter is an (A-segment) crossover city car manufactured by the South Korean automaker Hyundai since 2023.

First unveiled in India in the second quarter of 2023, it is the smallest crossover from Hyundai in its local lineup as an alternative to the Casper.[2][3][4]

Design

Styling features include H-shaped LED daytime running lights and square headlights, alongside large intakes on the front bumper.[5]

It is based on the Grand i10 hatchback and Aura sedan, sharing the same platform, engine options, and dashboard design.[6]

Facelift (2026)

The Exter facelift was launched on 20 March 2026.[7]

Markets

India

The Exter was launched in India on 10 July 2023, with five trim levels: EX, S, SX, SX (O), and SX (O) Connect. The CNG powertrain is available on the S and SX trim levels. Since pre-bookings opened until launch, there were over 11,000 bookings made, with the AMT variants made up 38% and the CNG models accounted for 20%.[8]

South Africa

The Exter was launched in South Africa on 17 September 2024, with three trim levels: Premium, Executive and Elite. The Premium and Executive trim levels come standard with a 5-speed manual, while the 5-speed automated manual transmission is standard for the Elite trim but optional on the former two trim levels.[9]

In September 2026, the Cargo Van model was introduced in South Africa. It is homologated as a light commercial vehicle with the deletion of rear seats, a mesh divider behind the front seats and mesh inserts on the rear side windows.[10]

Awards

In December 2023, Hyundai Exter was selected as the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2024.[11][12]

See also

  • List of Hyundai vehicles

References

  1. ↑ "Tata Punch-rivalling Hyundai Ai3 compact SUV spied" (in en). https://www.team-bhp.com/news/tata-punch-rivalling-hyundai-ai3-compact-suv-spied. 
  2. ↑ "Hyundai Exter launching on July 10: All we know so far" (in en). 2023-07-09. https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/cars/tata-punch-rivalling-hyundai-exter-suv-launching-on-july-10-expected-price-features-specifications-and-other-details-41688873763135.html. 
  3. ↑ "Hyundai Exter officially revealed, bookings open". 8 May 2023. https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/hyundai-exter-officially-revealed-bookings-open-428093. 
  4. ↑ Pappas, Thanos (8 May 2023). "New Hyundai Exter Breaks Cover In India As A Small, Affordable SUV". https://www.carscoops.com/2023/05/hyundai-exter-breaks-cover-in-india-as-a-micro-suv-based-on-the-i10/. 
  5. ↑ "2023 Hyundai Exter Revealed As Microscopic Crossover For India". 8 May 2023. https://www.motor1.com/news/665999/2023-hyundai-exter-reveal-specs/. 
  6. ↑ "Hyundai Exter - Simply a jacked-up Nios or is there more to it?" (in en). 2023-07-21. https://www.carwale.com/news/hyundai-exter-simply-a-jacked-up-nios-or-is-there-more-to-it/. 
  7. ↑ www.ETAuto.com. "Hyundai India launches updated Exter at ₹5.79 lakh with enhanced tech, safety suite" (in en). https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/passenger-vehicle/hyundai-india-unveils-updated-exter-compact-suv-starting-at-579-lakh-with-advanced-tech-and-safety-features/129698850. 
  8. ↑ Mondal, Saptarshi (2023-07-10). "Hyundai Exter launched at Rs 6 lakh" (in en). https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/hyundai-exter-launched-at-rs-6-lakh-428694. 
  9. ↑ Toit, Albert Du (2024-09-17). "Hyundai's new entry-level crossover goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications". TopAuto. https://topauto.co.za/news/115607/hyundais-new-entry-level-crossover-goes-on-sale-in-south-africa-pricing-and-specifications/. 
  10. ↑ Taylor, Michael (2026-09-16). "New Hyundai Exter launched in South Africa – Pricing and features" (in en-ZA). https://topauto.co.za/new-models/163799/new-hyundai-exter-launched-in-south-africa-pricing-and-features/. 
  11. ↑ "Hyundai Exter wins ICOTY 2024, Royal Enfield Himalayan wins IMOTY: Check out the full list of winners". 20 December 2023. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/auto/cars/hyundai-exter-wins-icoty-2024-royal-enfield-himalayan-wins-imoty-check-out-the-full-list-of-winners/articleshow/106162277.cms?from=mdr. 
  12. ↑ "Hyundai Exter wins the Indian Car of the Year award at ICOTY 2024". https://www.overdrive.in/news-cars-auto/hyundai-exter-wins-the-indian-car-of-the-year-award-at-icoty-2024/. 

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