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Hyundai Exter 2026 restyled

After less than three years since its premiere, Hyundai has refreshed its small SUV model Exter.

It is a micro SUV shorter than 4 meters, which is made in India and exported to neighboring countries.

Visual changes primarily concern a different front bumper and grille, new 15-inch alloy wheels, a redesigned rear bumper and a rear roof spoiler.

Let’s start with the exterior changes. The new Exter comes with a redesigned front grille in a black finish, new front and rear bumpers with silver inserts, 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels in a new design with chunky wheel arch cladding and a new rear roof spoiler and C-pillar garnish.

The Exter is now offered with a dashcam, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a USB Type-C charging port for rear passengers, an electric sunroof, Bluelink with over 60 connected features and more than 300 embedded voice commands. Standard safety features include 6 airbags, ESC and Hill Start Assist Control.

The interior features a new steering wheel, higher-quality materials and new color combinations.

The 2026 Exter gets a two-tone interior in a Navy and Grey colour scheme. The compact SUV now gets metal pedals, a new flat-bottom steering wheel, and a folding driver armrest. A height-adjustable driver’s seat and adjustable rear headrests are now standard across all variants.

The driver's seat now has an armrest, rear passengers get type C USB ports, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now wireless via a portable adapter. Driver's seat height adjustment and adjustable rear headrests are also standard on all variants.

Other features such as an 8.0-inch touchscreen and an 8.0-inch digital driver display, cruise control, automatic air conditioning, wireless charging and an optional sunroof remain as before. In terms of safety, six airbags, ESC, hill start assist and central locking come as standard. Higher variants also get a rear camera, automatic headlights and more.

A 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with 61 kW/83 hp and 114 Nm is on offer, as is a 1.2-litre CNG-powered one (with 51 kW/69 hp and 95 Nm).

Drive is only to the front wheels, and in addition to a 5-speed manual, an automated manual transmission will also be offered.

Finally, the colour palette has been expanded with the addition of Golden Bronze and matt Titanium black, and three two-tone combinations are also offered.