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₹ 6.20 Lakh - ₹ 10.51 Lakh
Engine
1.2L Kappa petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol, CNG
Transmission
Manual / Automatic
Mileage
27.1 km/kg
Seating
5 seater
Safety Rating
Not verified
Power
82 bhp
Torque
114 Nm
Boot Space
385 litres
Ground Clearance
200 mm
The Hyundai Exter is a compact suv built for buyers who want an easy-to-live-with everyday car without stepping outside the Rs 6.2-10.51 lakh window. Power comes from a 1.2L Kappa petrol rated at 82 bhp and 114 Nm, paired with manual or automatic transmission choices.
Its strongest suits are a claimed efficiency figure of 27.1 km/kg and a broad variant spread, along with a reasonably complete safety kit and a cabin that covers the essentials most Indian buyers shortlist. The trade-offs are typical for the class: entry trims are sparsely equipped, and the best-value combination usually sits one or two steps above the base variant.
In market terms, it positions itself as a value-first option focused on running costs and everyday usability. Recent updates have focused on feature additions and safety equipment across the range.
Estimated on-road price for the base variant
5 variants listed
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Mileage | Ex-showroom | On-road | EMI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Petrol MT | 1.2L Kappa petrol | Petrol | Manual | 27.1 km/kg | ₹ 6.20 Lakh | ₹ 7,11,100 | ₹ 10,417/mo | View |
| Mid CNG MT | 1.2L Kappa petrol | CNG | Manual | 27.1 km/kg | ₹ 7.28 Lakh | ₹ 8,33,680 | ₹ 12,231/mo | View |
| Mid Plus Petrol MTRecommended | 1.2L Kappa petrol | Petrol | Manual | 27.1 km/kg | ₹ 8.36 Lakh | ₹ 9,56,260 | ₹ 14,046/mo | View |
| Top CNG AT | 1.2L Kappa petrol | CNG | Automatic | 27.1 km/kg | ₹ 9.43 Lakh | ₹ 10,77,705 | ₹ 15,844/mo | View |
| Top AT Petrol AT | 1.2L Kappa petrol | Petrol | Automatic | 27.1 km/kg | ₹ 10.51 Lakh | ₹ 12,00,285 | ₹ 17,658/mo | View |
6 colour options
Colour swatches are indicative. Licensed colour-specific photography is shown where available.
Items marked "Not tested / not verified" have no confirmed public data at the time of publishing.
Our rating: 4.0 / 5
Proportions are typical for a compact suv, with clean surfacing and lighting signatures that read well in traffic. Higher variants get larger wheels that fill the arches better.
The cabin prioritises usability over drama. Front-seat space is generous and the rear bench is comfortable for two adults.
Suspension tuning leans towards absorbing broken city surfaces. Seat cushioning is supportive over longer drives, and the climate control copes well in peak summer.
The 1.2L Kappa petrol delivers 82 bhp, which is adequate in the city and confident on the highway when driven with reasonable planning.
Body control is predictable. Steering is light at parking speeds and firms up moderately as pace builds; this is a comfort-first setup rather than a sporting one.
Against a claimed 27.1 km/kg, expect roughly 22.2 kmpl in mixed use.
Mid and top variants cover the equipment most buyers care about: a large touchscreen, wireless smartphone mirroring, connected-car functions and automatic climate control.
Six airbags and stability control are offered, though independent crash data is not verified for this model.
The sweet spot sits in the middle of the range, where feature count per rupee peaks.
A sensible shortlist entry if you want predictable ownership costs in the Rs 6.2-10.51 lakh bracket. Drive it back-to-back with its closest rivals before deciding.
113 ratings · sample content shown below
Used it mostly for city commuting. Ride quality over broken roads is the highlight and the service experience has been straightforward so far.
Owned 8 months · reported 27.1 km/kg
+ Ride comfort, Feature list
− Boot could be larger
34 people found this helpful
Compared three cars before buying this one. It won on space and equipment for the money, though the base variant was too basic for my needs.
Owned 1 year · reported 27.1 km/kg
+ Value, Space
− Base variant equipment
21 people found this helpful
Overall satisfied, but cabin noise at highway speeds is noticeable and the touchscreen occasionally lags after a cold start.
Owned 5 months · reported 27.1 km/kg
+ Engine refinement
− Road noise, Software lag
12 people found this helpful
The Hyundai Exter is priced from around Rs 6.2 lakh to Rs 10.51 lakh ex-showroom. On-road pricing changes with your city because of RTO charges and insurance.
The claimed figure is 27.1 km/kg. Owners typically report about 22.2 kmpl in mixed driving.
The line-up is offered in multiple trims spanning Petrol, CNG powertrains with Manual and Automatic gearbox options.
Crash-test data is not verified for this model. It does offer six airbags, ABS with EBD and stability control on most trims.
It is a 5-seater.
1.2L Kappa petrol producing 82 bhp and 114 Nm.
Yes, an automatic option is offered on selected variants.
Routine maintenance is scheduled roughly every 10,000 km or one year. Budget for consumables such as engine oil, filters and brake pads.
A standard manufacturer warranty applies, with extended warranty packages available at purchase.
Waiting periods vary by variant, colour and city. Confirm the current timeline with an authorised dealership.
Shoppers usually cross-shop it against other compact suv models in the Rs 6.2-10.51 lakh bracket.
₹ 8.69 Lakh - ₹ 14.14 Lakh
Ex-showroom price
₹ 7.54 Lakh - ₹ 13.06 Lakh
Ex-showroom price
₹ 7.94 Lakh - ₹ 13.62 Lakh
Ex-showroom price
₹ 6.13 Lakh - ₹ 10.32 Lakh
Ex-showroom price
10 Jul 2023
Introduced on 2023-07-10 with prices from Rs 6.2 lakh ex-showroom.
12 Mar 2026
Ex-showroom prices were revised upwards marginally across variants to offset input costs.
20 May 2026
Additional safety and convenience equipment was extended to lower variants.
Prices and specifications are indicative and may change. Verify details with an authorized dealership.