TL; DR
- Until now, the Exter S(O)+ was the most affordable variant with an electric sunroof, costing buyers Rs. 7.86 lakhs (ex-showroom).
- However, now that title rests with the newly-launched Exter S Smart trim, which costs just Rs. 7.68 lakhs (ex-showroom), making it around Rs. 18,000 cheaper than the S(O)+ variant.
- While the baseline Exter SX Smart trim (paired with a five-speed manual transmission) costs Rs. 8.16 lakhs (ex-showroom).
The Hyundai Exter commands a unique position in the automaker’s lineup. Although the vehicle is based on the platform used for Grand i10 Nios (which makes it affordable), it has the characteristics of a compact SUV, such as raised ground clearance, an elevated seating position, etc.
While the Exter offers enough features for its price, Hyundai has decided to pick up the most sought-after feature in the Indian market — a sunroof — and make it available to a broader customer base. Most recently, the company announced two new trims for its compact SUV: the S Smart and SX Smart.
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Hyundai Exter S Smart Features And Price

Until now, the Exter S(O)+ was the most affordable variant with an electric sunroof, costing buyers Rs. 7.86 lakhs (ex-showroom). However, now that title rests with the newly-launched Exter S Smart trim, which costs just Rs. 7.68 lakhs (ex-showroom), making it around Rs. 18,000 cheaper than the S(O)+ variant.
While an electronically-operated sunroof remains the key selling point of the Exter S Smart trim, other key features include LED taillamps, Highline tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), 15-inch styled steel wheels, rear AC vents, and LED daytime running headlamps (DRLs).
Besides being available with the five-speed manual transmission, the S Smart trim also comes with a five-speed AMT transmission (for Rs. 8.39 lakhs). The variant is also available with the Hy-CNG Duo fuel option, which costs Rs. 8.62 lakhs (ex-showroom).
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Hyundai Exter SX Smart Features And Price
Then there’s the Exter SX Smart trim. Apart from the smart electric sunroof, the variant offers a smart key with push-button start, 15-inch styled steel wheels, a sharkfin antenna, a tire pressure monitoring system, and projector headlamps.
While the baseline Exter SX Smart trim (paired with a five-speed manual transmission) costs Rs. 8.16 lakhs (ex-showroom), the one paired with an AMT transmission costs Rs. 8.83 lakhs (ex-showroom), and that with the Hy-CNG Duo engine costs Rs. 9.18 lakhs (ex-showroom).
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