Hyundai will launch the Exter sub-compact SUV on July 10, its most reasonably priced SUV in India but. It is predicated on the identical platform because the Grand i10 Nios and Aura, however has a considerably completely different exterior design than the opposite two. The Exter can even carry segment-first options like a sunroof and dashcam. Ahead of its launch, listed here are 5 key factors it’s best to know concerning the Hyundai Exter.

1. Hyundai Exter would be the first sub-compact CNG SUV

No different sub-compact SUV, be it the Citroen C3, Tata Punch or Maruti Suzuki Ignis, supply a factory-fitted CNG package. Even the Exter’s doubtless competitors on the upper finish – Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger – don’t include a CNG package from the manufacturing unit. The Exter will get the identical 1.2-litre petrol engine and CNG package because the Grand i10 Nios and Aura.

2. Hyundai Exter will probably be first in phase with a sunroof

Another segment-first function for the Exter is the single-pane sunroof, which may also be operated by way of voice instructions. This function will most probably be provided on the upper variants, however upon launch, the Exter may grow to be probably the most reasonably priced car or SUV with a sunroof in India. 

3. Hyundai Exter first in phase to get a dashcam

Continuing the spree of the segment-first options is the addition of a dashcam on the entrance windshield, which data each the cabin view and outdoors view. First launched within the Venue N Line, the dashcam has three recording modes – Driving (regular), Event (security) and Vacation (timelapse) – and helps full-HD video decision. The dashcam additionally will get a 2.31-inch LCD show in addition to smartphone app-based connectivity.

4. Hyundai Exter will get a daring design

The Exter will get a distinctive design with boxy proportions and an upright stance, and its grille, C-pillar and tail gate function Hyundai’s parametric design language. The Exter will get a split-headlamp design and its LED daytime working lamps and tail-lights get an H sample. Keeping in step with its rivals, the Exter additionally has heavy cladding on the wheel arches and doorways.

5. Hyundai Exter shares platform with Grand i10 Nios, Aura

As talked about earlier, the Exter is predicated on the identical K1 platform because the Grand i10 Nios hatchback and Aura compact sedan. It additionally shares its 1.2-litre petrol and CNG powertrains with the petrol prone to produce the identical 83hp and 114Nm of torque. While the petrol engine will probably be mated to both a 5-speed handbook or an AMT, the CNG will solely include the handbook gearbox. Along with the powertrain, a lot of the inside can be shared with its hatchback and sedan sibling.

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