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Hyundai Exter review: what owners and experts say
Based on 135 statements from 10 owner and expert reviews · Updated
The Hyundai Exter costs ₹5.8 lakh to ₹9.6 lakh ex-showroom in India across 23 variants, sold with petrol and CNG powertrains. Reviewers are most positive about its ground clearance, braking and ride comfort, and most critical of its audio system and seat comfort. Here is the full picture, with the actual words reviewers used.
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹5.8 lakh to ₹9.6 lakh
- Variants
- 23
- Fuel
- Petrol, CNG
- Seating
- 5
Hyundai Exter price and engine options in India
Ex-showroom prices run from ₹5.8 lakh to ₹9.6 lakh. On-road prices depend on your city, so check them before you commit.
| Fuel | Gearbox | Engine | Power / torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Automatic (Smart auto AMT) | 1.2 l Kappa, 1197 cc | 82bhp@6000rpm / 113.8Nm@4000rpm |
| Petrol | Manual (5-Speed) | 1.2 l Kappa, 1197 cc | 82bhp@6000rpm / 113.8Nm@4000rpm |
| CNG | Manual (5-Speed) | 1.2 l Bi-fuel Kappa petrol with CNG, 1197 cc | 68bhp@6000rpm / 95.2Nm@4000rpm |
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What owners and experts like about the Hyundai Exter
Ground clearance
Strongly positivebased on 6 reviews
“iska ground clearance kaisa hai, 185mm ka ground clearance hai jo ki lagbhag Tata Punch jitni hi hai, toh chhote-mote speed breakers mein se toh yeh aasani se clear kar deti hai.”
Braking
Generally positivebased on 6 reviews
“I have to be ready with the handbrake. But most of the time, it works. I can say that if I have stopped the car in such a situation 25 times... 24 times it is helping. So, for me, that matters more.”
Ride comfort
Generally positivebased on 9 reviews
“the ride is amazingly pliant, it's only the very sharp bits that come through, everything else is soaked up really very nicely, so ride and handling is definitely a high point, not what I expected from a micro SUV lifted off the ground.”
Handling
Generally positivebased on 8 reviews
“when we take a slight turn or approach a curve, we can feel a little body roll... at that point, we definitely feel a little body roll. It feels controlled. It doesn't feel out of place, as if we're about to overturn.”
Highway overtaking
Generally positivebased on 10 reviews
“this automatic comes with paddle shifters, which no other car in this range offers... With the shifter, everything becomes easy... So, I have complete control, and if I press the plus button, fourth gear is engaged.”
Where the Hyundai Exter falls short
Not every point below is a serious flaw. Some are mixed opinions where reviewers disagreed, and the label says which.
Audio system
Strongly negativebased on 5 reviews
“speakers ki na kahin mujhe bass kam feel hota hai.”
Seat comfort
Generally negativebased on 9 reviews
“seats mere hisaab se comfortable thodi si zyada ho sakti thi, mujhe lumbar support ki zaroorat padegi, isme back pain ho jaata hai jab long drive karo.”
Hyundai Exter ratings by area
Every area where we have at least two reviews, with the overall verdict.
Ride and handling
- Ground clearance6 reviewsStrongly positive
- Ride comfort9 reviewsGenerally positive
- Handling8 reviewsGenerally positive
- Cabin refinement3 reviewsGenerally positive
- Highway stability4 reviewsMixed reviews
Cabin space and comfort
- Boot space4 reviewsStrongly positive
- Rear seat space4 reviewsStrongly positive
- Front seat space3 reviewsStrongly positive
- Seat comfort9 reviewsGenerally negative
Features and technology
- Air conditioning4 reviewsStrongly positive
- Touchscreen responsiveness3 reviewsStrongly positive
- Headlight quality4 reviewsGenerally negative
- Audio system5 reviewsStrongly negative
Safety and build quality
- Crash safety4 reviewsStrongly positive
- Fit & finish3 reviewsStrongly positive
- Braking6 reviewsGenerally positive
Visibility and ergonomics
- Driving position4 reviewsStrongly positive
- Dashboard layout3 reviewsGenerally positive
Engine and performance
- City drivability3 reviewsStrongly positive
- Highway overtaking10 reviewsGenerally positive
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Hyundai Exter FAQs
How much does the Hyundai Exter cost in India?
The Hyundai Exter costs ₹5.8 lakh to ₹9.6 lakh ex-showroom across 23 variants. On-road price depends on your city, so ask a dealer or use our dealer quote check to see what a quote should look like.
Which engine and gearbox options does the Hyundai Exter have?
The Hyundai Exter is sold with petrol and CNG powertrains and automatic and manual gearboxes. The table above lists every engine and gearbox combination.
What do owners like most about the Hyundai Exter?
Owners and experts are most positive about the Hyundai Exter's ground clearance, braking and ride comfort.
What are the common complaints about the Hyundai Exter?
The most common criticism is about the Hyundai Exter's audio system and seat comfort. Check the full list above to see how strongly reviewers agree.
Is the Hyundai Exter the right car for me?
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How this page is made: we collect what real owners and expert reviewers say in published video reviews, tag each statement by topic (for example ride comfort or service cost) and score how positive or negative it is. Nothing here is paid for by manufacturers or dealers, and no result is sponsored. Prices come from CarDekho and can change; confirm with a dealer. Read more in why car advice conflicts.