The Exter is the youngest product in the diversified portfolio of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL). It was launched in July last year and has been bought by over 1 lakh Micro-SUV buyers in a rather short span of time. To experience such a warm reception in a brutally competitive market, a vehicle must be a versatile performer. This simply means it needs to be an all-rounder and offer something to everyone. In all honesty, that is one of the hardest things to achieve for any carmaker. However, Hyundai Motor India Ltd has once again outdone the competition with the Exter impressing on all counts. Let me tell you how.
Hyundai Exter – Diverse Powertrain Options
The first aspect that a lot of people consider before buying a new car is running costs. That is where the option of CNG comes into the picture. In the last few years, the prices of petrol have skyrocketed. Hence, people have been on the lookout for alternatives. Since EVs are too expensive at the moment, CNG surfaces as a viable option. In fact, there is enough infrastructure around CNG in most major cities across the nation. As a consequence, we have started looking at more CNG models from carmakers.
Hence, those who initially opted for diesel powertrains due to their low running cost characteristics can now switch to CNG. In addition, the Exter continues to draw power from the tried and tested 1.2-litre 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine which has been doing a great job on the other Hyundai models for a long time. It is a butter-smooth engine with the option of manual and automatic transmissions. Therefore, buyers get all sorts of options to choose from which enhances the accessibility of the vehicle.
Top-Notch Safety
Another trend that has caught on in the last few years is the willingness to buy cars with high safety ratings and equipment. Remember that Hyundai became the first carmaker in the country to offer 6 airbags as standard across every trim of its model on sale in India. Therefore, regardless of which car or trim you opt for, every Hyundai car will offer 6 airbags as standard. That is a testament to the commitment from Hyundai towards the safety of the occupants. Another key addition is the dual dashcam. It has become immensely important in today’s day and age to have a record of happenings on the road.
That is where a device like a dashcam can serve as a great tool. Interestingly, the equipment list doesn’t end there. The Hyundai Venue even gets a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – Highline which can warn the drivers in the case of issues with tyre pressure. Taking things a notch higher, the compact SUV offers 40+ advanced safety features for all-round protection of passengers. Finally, the Bluelink connected car tech application with SOS function can be a life safer in unfortunate situations too. This is an all-round safety package which holds immense value among new-age car buyers. The top safety features include:
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- Parking Assist (Rear)-Camera
- Electronic Stability Control
- Hill Assist Control
- Vehicle Stability Management
- ABS (Anti-Lock braking system) with EBD
- Emergency Stop Signal
- Speed-sensing & Impact sensing Auto Door Lock
- Engine Immobilizer
- Seat Belt Reminder for All Seats
- ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Modern Features
As we have seen with every Hyundai car ever, the Korean giant focuses on ensuring that it offers the latest tech, connectivity and convenience amenities to pamper the occupants. It must be said that Exter is among the most feature-laden products in this price category. This even includes some segment-first features which gives it bragging rights. In fact, Exter packs in functionalities which are generally available on cars at least a segment above. That is possible since it can borrow many components from the larger Venue or even Creta. Some of the top highlights include:
- 8-inch HD Infotainment System with Bluelink
- Digital Cluster with Colour TFT MID
- Voice Recognition
- Height Adjustable Driver’s Seat
- Smartphone Connectivity – Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Smart Electric Sunroof
- Automatic Climate Control with Digital Display
- Keyless Entry with Smart Key
- Wireless Charging
- Footwell Lighting
- Cruise Control
- Type-C Fast Charger
- Adjustable Rear Headrests
- Cooled Glovebox
- Rear Wiper and Washer
- Multi-Language UI Support (10 Regional and 2 Global Languages)
- Ventilated Seats
Hyundai Exter has taken the market by storm ever since its arrival in our market last year. Within a short span of time, it has entered the list of the top-selling vehicles in the country. The aforementioned factors are major reasons for its appeal and charm. In fact, it is simply impressive to see how the micro SUV is able to embody all these facets, making it the most versatile car in the class. No wonder it is selling like hotcakes!
