Hyundai Exter India launch live: After teasing the micro-SUV numerous times over the internet and unveiling its design, features, and engine specifications, Hyundai has launched the Exter for an introductory price of Rs 5.99 lakh onwards, ex-showroom.
The Hyundai Exter is based on the same platform as the recently-launched Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, and also shares the 1.2-litre petrol engine and the optional CNG choice. The engine, in its petrol trim, makes 82bhp and 113Nm of torque. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual and an AMT with paddle shifters.
The exterior design of the Hyundai Exter features a squarish design with sleek LED DRLs, a long grille with round foglamps housed in a square housing, squared wheel arches, and faux skid plates in the front and rear.
The Hyundai Exter gets a host of segment-first features and is loaded to the brim for an entry-level SUV. The Exter gets an 8-inch infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, a voice-activated sunroof, rear AC vents, wireless charging, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob, and more.
On the safety front, the Exter gets 6 airbags as standard, another segment-first. Other features include a dual-channel dashcam, ABS with EBD, stability management, a tyre pressure monitoring system, reverse camera, hill assist, and more.
Hyundai Exter India launch live updates
The Hyundai Exter officially goes on sale in India with an introductory price of Rs 5.99 lakh, ex-showroom. Read our detailed launch report of the Hyundai Exter.
The Hyundai Exter has been launched at an introductory price of Rs 5.99 lakh onwards.
The Hyundai Exter breaks cover. Prices will be announced shortly, stay tuned.
The Exter's target audience are the Millennials, which is a growing segment in the new car buyers segment, as they are the most tech-savvy.
The Exter gets a 1.2-litre 82 bhp petrol engine mated to a manual or an AMT with paddle shifters. The Exter also gets a company-fitted CNG option.
The Exter gets wireless charging, rear ac vents, push-button start, cruise control, virtual cockpit with multiple language choices, inbuilt navigation with the infotainment system, and more. The maps and infotainment will get OTA updates.
The Exter gets an 8-inch infotainment system, leather wrapped steering and gearbox, spacious cabin, tall door opening, and 391-litres of boot space. The Exter also gets fist in segment voice enabled sunroof.
The Exter gets a ground clearance of 185mm, which is more than what the Mahindra Bolero offers.
The Exter was designed to be sporty, offer spacious interior, and be safe, says Hyundai's AVP of product strategy and planning. The DRLs were made to appeal to youngsters, along the skid plates.
The new Hyundai Exter will be offered in 9 colour options: 6 monotones and three dual tone options. Hyundai says that different talents got together for this project.
The DRLs give the Exter a wide stance, while the bumper gives the Exter a unique design language. Towards the rear, the H-Shaped design element is carried over to the tail lamps as well. The interior focuses on comfort, practicality, and style.
Hyundai's head of Advanced Design says that the development of the Exter was challenging.
The segment first six airbags in the Exter will be a standard offering, confirms Hyundai's CEO.
Hyundai has invested over Rs 950 crore to introduce the model in India. The carmaker will also add more investment to expand its manufacturing plant in Chennai.
Hyundai India MD and CEO takes the stage to start the event
The Hyundai Exter is expected to be priced competitively, as it is aimed at a price conscious segment. It is expected to carry a price tag of Rs 6 lakh onwards, ex-showroom.
The Hyundai Exter will get many segment first features. Two of the most notable ones are the electric sunroof and 6 airbags. The Exter will also gets a dual-channel dashcam, which can record what happening outside as well as inside the car.
A few minutes to go until Hyundai officially launches the Exter in India. It will be the company's smallest SUV offering, slotted below the Venue in Hyundai's line up.
The Hyundai Exter pre-bookings commenced in May for Rs 11,000 on the carmaker's official website and at physical dealerships. Deliveries of the Exter will begin soon and more details will be known in a bit.
The Hyundai Exter is set to offer a number of features such as LED DRLs, alloy wheels, 8-inch infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, connected car tech, digital instrument cluster, and even an electric sunroof.
The primary competitor for the Hyundai Exter will be the Tata Punch, which is the second-best-seller for the carmaker after the Tata Nexon. Similar to the Exter, the Tata Punch is offered with a sole petrol engine.
The Hyundai Exter will be powered by the same 1.2-litre petrol engine that does its duty in the Grand i10 Nios. The engine makes 82 bhp and 113 Nm of torque, mated to a 5-speed manual or an AMT. Hyundai is expected to offer the Exter in CNG trims as well.
Welcome everyone, to the live launch updates of the Hyundai Exter, the carmaker's entry-level SUV offering for India. Stay tuned for all the live updates from the event.
