Hyundai Exter is a micro SUV that is the latest product from the Korean carmaker in the Indian market.
The first drive review of the recently launched Hyundai Exter is out. Hyundai is known for launching products with the latest tech and convenience features, contemporary styling, options of multiple powertrains, as well as attractive pricing. That is exactly what was required to challenge the domination that we have witnessed from the Tata Punch which is the segment leader. The Exter promises to outdo the Punch in almost every regard. Here is what a prominent card reviewer has to say about the micro SUV after driving it for the first time.
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Hyundai Exter First Review
This video has been created by The Car Guide – Rishabh Arora on YouTube. He has the vehicle in AMT transmission. He is driving it around an area which is well-maintained in terms of the road. Just as he starts driving, he accepts that the performance of the vehicle is much better than he was expecting. Note that the Exter has the same powertrain as the Grand i10 Nios. But the engineers have calibrated it according to the SUV silhouette of the Exter. And that is visible in the performance. The overall driving is very smooth and the engine doesn’t feel underpowered at all. The ride quality and handling are decent. Overall, the reviewer is quite impressed by the characteristics of the SUV.
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Specs
The Hyundai Exter offers two powertrain choices – a 1.2-litre petrol engine and a 1.2-litre bi-fuel (petrol + CNG) engine, generating peak power and torque of 83 PS / 113.8 Nm and 69 PS / 95.2 Nm respectively. It is available with a 5-speed manual transmission or an AMT gearbox. The micro SUV delivers a healthy fuel efficiency of 19.2 km/l and is priced between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 10 lakh, ex-showroom. In this manner, Hyundai has ensured that customers are unable to access the Exter at affordable prices in addition to offering impressive mileage.
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What We Think
The trend of SUVs is only going to increase going forward. That is the reason why we keep witnessing smaller and smaller SUVs being launched on a daily basis. People prefer a vehicle that has a road presence and the SUV silhouette allows them to achieve that. In fact, that was the reason for the massive success of Tata Punch. Now the Exter is slated to become a worthy rival by offering tons of segment-first features and the option of multiple powertrains to suit all kinds of requirements of Indian customers. Only time will tell how big of a dent will the Exter be able to put on the sales of Punch.
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