Hyundai Motor India is gearing up for the launch of the all-new Exter micro SUV. The Hyundai Exter will be the smallest sport utility vehicle in the company’s line-up. Pre-bookings for the same are open and its prices will be announced on July 10, 2023. Here’s how the new Hyundai Exter will fare against its arch-rival – Tata Punch.

Hyundai Exter vs Tata Punch: Engine and gearbox
Specification | Hyundai Exter | Tata Punch |
Engine | 1.2-litre, four-cylinder | 1.2-litre, three-cylinder |
Power | 82 bhp | 85 bhp |
Torque | 114 Nm | 113 Nm |
Gearbox | 5-speed MT / AMT | 5-speed MT / AMT |
Powering the Hyundai Exter is a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder, naturally-aspirated petrol engine that develops 82 bhp and 114 Nm of torque. Tata Punch also gets a 1.2-litre petrol engine that churns out 85 bhp and 113 Nm but it’s a three-cylinder unit. Both of them come mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and an AMT.
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Hyundai Exter vs Tata Punch: Features and safety
In terms of features, both the cars are pretty well-equipped but the Exter will be a step ahead of the Punch. The Hyundai Exter will get an electric sunroof, a touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, a dashcam with dual camera, six airbags as standard across all the variants, etc. However, it’s worth noting that the Tata Punch has been awarded a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP.
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Hyundai Exter vs Tata Punch: Price in India
Make and model | Price (ex-showroom) |
Hyundai Exter | Rs 6 lakh – Rs 10 lakh (expected) |
Tata Punch | Rs 6 lakh – Rs 9.52 lakh |
The all-new Hyundai Exter will be launched in India on July 10, 2023. It is expected to be priced from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 10 lakh, ex-showroom. Tata Punch, on the other hand, currently retails from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 9.52 lakh, ex-showroom.
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