Hyundai launches new EXTER with upgraded features in India
Hyundai Motor India has launched the updated EXTER compact SUV with refreshed styling, enhanced safety features, improved connectivity and a more premium cabin, aiming to strengthen its appeal among families and young buyers across the country
Published Date - 20 March 2026, 09:41 PM
Hyderabad: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced the launch of the new Hyundai EXTER, a stylish and bold evolution of the brand’s popular compact SUV.
Appreciated by both customers and critics alike for its refined performance, reliable powertrain and versatility, the Hyundai EXTER blends bold SUV design with modern, advanced convenience technology, reliable performance and reinforced safety.
Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “Since its debut, the Hyundai EXTER has received an overwhelming response, earning the trust of over 2 lakh customers across India.”
Building on this strong foundation, the new Hyundai EXTER embodies a reinvigorated spirit of ‘Drive to shine’, with refreshed styling, a more premium cabin, smarter connectivity and an enhanced safety package. These upgrades further strengthen its appeal among families and young explorers seeking a versatile SUV that seamlessly blends style, practicality and everyday usability, a press release said.
The new Hyundai EXTER stands as the tallest in its segment, offering the longest wheelbase in the segment, delivering enhanced headroom and comfort for passengers. The key exterior enhancements include a wider and bolder front fascia with a new centre garnish, a new tailgate and C pillar garnish for a sharper and more sporty rear profile.