Hyundai EXTER surpasses 50,000 bookings; variants with sunroof in demand
What's the story
Hyundai has received over 50,000 bookings for its all-new micro-SUV, the EXTER, within a month of its debut in India. With 10,000 pre-orders before the launch, this means an impressive 40,000 bookings followed the price announcement that happened on July 10. Notably, 75% of total bookings were for sunroof variants, while a third of the total orders were for the AMT version.
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EXTER competes with Tata Punch and Citroen C3
The Hyundai EXTER competes with the Tata Punch and Citroen C3 in the micro-SUV segment. It boasts projector headlamps with LED DRLs, sporty alloys, body cladding, and roof rails for a robust appearance. Inside, the cabin features a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, a smart electric sunroof, and a segment-first dash cam with dual cameras.
What Next?
The AMT variant has segment-first paddle shifter
Under the hood, the EXTER has the same 1.2-litre petrol engine as the Grand i10 NIOS. This four-cylinder motor delivers 82hp/113.8Nm. Buyers can choose between a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox, with the latter offering a segment-first paddle shifter. Hyundai also provides a CNG version for eco-conscious customers. It is priced between Rs. 6-10 lakh (ex-showroom).