Hyundai Exter Facelift Launched at ₹5.80 Lakh with a Stylish New Look

Hyundai Motor Company has launched the facelift version of its popular micro SUV Exter in the Indian market. With this update, the company has made subtle yet noticeable changes to the car’s exterior and interior, while keeping it mechanically unchanged. The design and features have received small but important improvements, whereas the reliable engine setup remains the same.

Price and Variants

The car is available with the following engine and transmission options:
1.2-litre NA Petrol MT, 1.2-litre NA Petrol AMT, and 1.2-litre NA Petrol + CNG.

• HX 2 – ₹5.80 lakh | — | ₹7 lakh
• HX 3 – ₹6.24 lakh | ₹6.91 lakh | ₹7.44 lakh
• HX 4 – ₹7.22 lakh | — | ₹8.27 lakh
• HX 4 Plus – — | ₹8.06 lakh | —
• HX 6 – ₹7.95 lakh | ₹8.55 lakh | ₹8.94 lakh
• HX 8 – ₹8.36 lakh | ₹9.08 lakh | ₹9.41 lakh
• HX 10 – — | ₹9.42 lakh | —

Note: All prices are ex-showroom (All India).

The new Exter facelift is priced between ₹5.80 lakh and ₹9.42 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Hyundai Exter Facelift is now available in seven variants – HX 2, HX 3, HX 4, HX 4 Plus, HX 6, HX 8, and HX 10. The company has updated the variant names, making it easier for customers to choose. This SUV comes with a 1.2-litre petrol engine, offering both manual and AMT gearbox options, while the CNG variant is available only with a manual transmission. Hyundai Motor Company has also started bookings for the car, with a token amount of ₹11,000.

Same Design, But a More Stylish Touch

No major changes have been made to the exterior design of the new Exter facelift, but the updates it receives make it look more modern. At the front, it now gets a gloss black connected panel with Exter branding in the center. The H-pattern LED DRLs remain the same, and there are no changes to the headlamp setup.

Specifications

Specification	Petrol	Petrol + CNG
Engine	1.2-litre Kappa Petrol	1.2-litre Kappa Petrol + CNG
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	1197 cc
Cylinders	4	4
Power	83 PS	83 PS (Petrol) / 69 PS (CNG)
Torque	114 Nm	114 Nm (Petrol) / 95 Nm (CNG)
Transmission	5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT	5-speed MT
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive (FWD)	Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Mileage	Approx. 19.2 kmpl	Approx. 27.1 km/kg
Seating Capacity	5	5
Fuel Tank	37 litres	CNG dual cylinder
Ground Clearance	185 mm	185 mm

The bumper has been redesigned and now features a silver skid plate, giving the SUV a more rugged look. The side profile gets slightly more muscular wheel arches along with new 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. At the rear, the LED tail lamps have been retained, but it now gets a new wing-type spoiler and an updated bumper, which adds a fresh appeal.

Matte and Dual-Tone New Color Options

Hyundai Motor Company has introduced some new color options with the exterior facelift, including Titanium Black Matte and Golden Bronze. In addition, colors like Starry Night, Atlas White, Titan Grey, Titanium Black, and Ranger Khaki continue to be available as before. Notably, the Ranger Khaki color can now also be chosen with a dual-tone (black roof) option, making it even more attractive.

New Cabin Theme and Improved Comfort

The interior of the new Hyundai Exter Facelift also gets subtle updates, giving it a more premium feel. It now features a Navy Blue and Grey dual-tone theme, which extends across the dashboard and door panels. The steering wheel has been updated, although it still carries the company’s traditional “H” logo. The cabin layout remains largely the same, offering a dual-screen setup and a clean design. The biggest update is the addition of an armrest for the driver’s seat, which enhances comfort on long drives. Additionally, rear passengers now get a Type-C charging port, which is a useful feature.

Small Improvements with a Strong Feature Package

The new Exter facelift continues to offer a long list of features, including auto headlamps, auto-dimming IRVM, a semi-digital driver display, sunroof, automatic climate control, cruise control, and wireless charging. Additionally, the 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system now supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, enhancing the overall user experience. In terms of safety, the car is well-equipped. It comes with features like 6 airbags, ESC, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX mounts, TPMS, rear camera, parking sensors, hill start assist, and a factory-fitted dashcam.

Engine and Performance

Hyundai Motor Company has not made any changes to the engine of the Exter facelift. It continues to use the same 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 83 PS of power and 114 Nm of torque. In the CNG variant, the power output is 69 PS and torque is 95 Nm. It is offered with both a 5-speed manual and an AMT gearbox option. The CNG version comes with dual-cylinder technology, which provides better boot space and makes it more practical for daily use.

Rivals

The Hyundai Exter Facelift mainly competes with cars like the Tata Punch and Citroën C3. Additionally, the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios can also be considered as an alternative, as both are based on the same platform.

Source: https://hindi.drivespark.com/four-wheelers/2026/new-2026-hyundai-exter-facelift-launched-in-india-at-rs-5-lakh-80-thousand-price-features-updates-039959.html