Hyundai Exter

Not to be confused with Hyundai Excel.

Hyundai Exter
Overview
Manufacturer	Hyundai
Model code	AI3 CUV [1]
Production	June 2023–present
Assembly	India: Chennai (HMIL)
Designer	Cho-hee Park
Body and chassis
Class	Crossover city car (A)
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Hyundai-Kia K1
Related	Hyundai Grand i10 (AI3)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.2 L Kappa II MPI I4 Petrol/CNG: 1.2 L Kappa II MPI I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 5-speed AMT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Length	3,815 mm (150.2 in)
Width	1,710 mm (67.3 in)
Height	1,631 mm (64.2 in)

The Hyundai Exter is an A-segment crossover SUV manufactured by the South Korean automaker Hyundai. The model was unveiled on 8 May 2023 for the Indian market. ^{[2] [3] [4]}

Overview

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

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 models available on the S and SX trim levels. Since pre-bookings opened until launch, there over 11,000 bookings made, with the AMT variants made up 38% and the CNG models accounted for 20%. ^[6]

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 comes 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. ^[7]

Awards

In December 2023, Hyundai Exter was selected as the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2024. ^{[8] [9]}

See also

• List of Hyundai vehicles

References

1. "Tata Punch-rivalling Hyundai Ai3 compact SUV spied". Team-BHP.com. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
2. "Hyundai Exter launching on July 10: All we know so far". HT Auto. 9 July 2023. Retrieved 13 July 2023.
3. "Hyundai Exter officially revealed, bookings open". Autocar India. 8 May 2023.
4. Pappas, Thanos (8 May 2023). "New Hyundai Exter Breaks Cover In India As A Small, Affordable SUV". Carscoops.
5. "2023 Hyundai Exter Revealed As Microscopic Crossover For India". Motor1.com. 8 May 2023.
6. Mondal, Saptarshi (10 July 2023). "Hyundai Exter launched at Rs 6 lakh". Autocar India. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
7. Toit, Albert Du (17 September 2024). "Hyundai's new entry-level crossover goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications". TopAuto.
8. "Hyundai Exter wins ICOTY 2024, Royal Enfield Himalayan wins IMOTY: Check out the full list of winners". The Times of India. 20 December 2023. Retrieved 21 December 2023.
9. "Hyundai Exter wins the Indian Car of the Year award at ICOTY 2024". Overdrive. Retrieved 21 December 2023.

External links

• Official website (Hyundai India)