In a bid to push the Exter which isn’t doing well, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) today announced the launch of the 2026 Hyundai EXTER, a facelift that has come before time as per Hyundai’s facelift usual scheduled timelines. The Hyundai EXTER features updated design elements, technology, and safety specifications. The new Hyundai EXTER features new front and rear bumper designs, a black radiator grille, and R15 diamond-cut alloys with a wing-type spoiler. The vehicle has the specific height and wheelbase measurements for its segment.
Key exterior features:
* Front facia with a new centre garnish
* Height and wheelbase measurements
* New tailgate and C-pillar garnish
* Wheel arch cladding
* New wing-type spoiler
Dimensions of the new Hyundai EXTER
| Length (mm) | 3 830 |
| Width (mm) | 1 723 |
| Height (mm) | 1 643^ |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2 450 |
^with roof rails
The cabin features a dual-tone Navy and Grey interior theme, 3D carbon pattern dashboard finish, and a D-cut steering wheel. The vehicle includes metal pedals and provides a boot space of 391 litres. Driver seat height adjustment and adjustable rear headrests are standard across all variants.
Key interior features:
* Metal pedals
* D-cut steering wheel
* Dual-tone Navy and Grey interior theme
* 3D carbon pattern dashboard finish
* Folding driver armrest
* Semi-fabric seat upholstery with EXTER branding
* Standard driver seat height adjustment and adjustable rear headrests
The new Hyundai EXTER includes a dashcam and connectivity features such as wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. A Type-C USB port is provided for rear passengers along with Bluelink capabilities. Other features include an electric sunroof, digital cluster, and OTA updates for maps and infotainment.
Key Tech features:
* Dashcam
* Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
* Type-C USB port for rear passengers
* Bluelink with 60 connected features
* Voice commands
The vehicle is equipped with a 4-cylinder 1.2 l Kappa Petrol engine with Manual and AMT transmission options. The Hyundai EXTER Hy-CNG Duo uses a 1.2 l Bi-fuel Kappa Petrol engine with a dual-cylinder CNG layout. It includes an underbody spare tyre and provides 225 litres of luggage space.
* 4-cylinder 1.2 l Kappa Petrol engine
* Standard spare tyre across all variants
* 1.2 l Bi-fuel Kappa Petrol with CNG dual-cylinder layout and 225 litres of boot space
The new Hyundai EXTER includes 45 safety features. 30 safety features are standard across the range, including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), and 6 airbags.
* 45 safety features
* 30 standard safety features
* Standard ESC and HAC
* 6 airbags standard
The new Hyundai EXTER is offered in 7 Monotone and 1 Dual Tone colour options.
* Golden Bronze (NEW)
* Titanium Black Matte (NEW)
* Titan Grey
* Atlas White
* Starry Night
* Titanium Black
* Ranger Khaki
* Ranger Khaki with Black roof (Dual Tone)
