Hyundai Exter Facelift Launched At Rs 5.80 Lakh! Micro-SUV Gets Comprehensive Styling Upgrades, Feature Updates & New Colours…

Quick Highlights

• Exterior updated with reworked bumpers, new 15-inch alloy wheels and a revised colour palette.

• Interior comes finished in a dual-tone Navy Blue and Grey scheme; driver gets a folding armrest and a new steering wheel.

• Sees new equipment like wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (via wired-to-wireless adapter), dashcam and a new semi-digital instrument cluster.

• Remains unchanged under the hood with 1.2-litre petrol and CNG engine options with manual and AMT transmission options. 

• Available in 7 variants priced from Rs 5.80 lakh(ex-showroom)

As part of its regular model refreshes, Hyundai has now introduced the Exter Facelift at a price of Rs 5.80 lakh (ex-showroom)! This facelift comes nearly 3 years after the SUV made its debut in India and features a number of styling upgrades, new features, and a revised colour palette. Here are all the details about the new Exter:

 

 

 

 

 

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2026 Hyundai Exter: Variants & Pricing

Hyundai has revised the variant nomenclature, and the new Exter is available in 6 variants called HX 2, HX 3, HX 4, HX 4+, HX 6, HX 8 and HX 10. Here is the detailed variant-wise pricelist:

All prices ex-showroom

2026 Hyundai Exter Facelift: Exterior

With this facelift, the Exter has gotten a lot of design enhancements. Up front, it features a new bumper with silver inserts and a reworked grille with gloss black detailing. It still retains the ‘H-shaped’ DRLs and a black strip connecting them, although the ‘EXTER’ lettering on it is also new. 

In profile, the silhouette remains similar to the pre-facelift version with its boxy shape and a black insert on the C-pillar. However, Hyundai has now added new 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, which look premium. You also have the option to add-on chunkier black cladding on the sides as an accessory.

The rear-end now features a cleaner look with reworked detailing on the black plastic strip connecting the LED taillamps and a new two-part roof spoiler. You also have the reworked bumper with a faux diffuser, silver insert and vertically placed reflectors for a sporty touch. You still have the large squared-off taillamps with ‘H-shaped’ detailing as before.

With this facelift, Hyundai has also added two colour options called Golden Bronze and Titanium Black Matte to refresh its colour palette. These will be available alongside existing options, which include Titan Grey, Starry Night, Atlas White, Titanium Black and Ranger Khaki. You can also opt for a dual-tone scheme with a black roof in the Ranger Khaki shade.

2026 Hyundai Exter Facelift: Interior

Inside the Exter, the biggest change comes in the form of the new dual-tone cabin theme of Navy Blue and Grey colours. The dashboard remains the same with an upright layout and a dual-screen setup.

Other changes also include a new flat-bottom steering wheel, and a new foldable centre armrest for the driver. Hyundai has also made a height-adjustable driver seat and adjustable rear headrests standard fitments.

2026 Hyundai Exter Facelift: Features & Safety

In terms of the equipment on offer, additions include a USB Type-C charging port for rear passengers, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (via wired-to-wireless adapter) and an in-built dashcam. It also gets features such as a single-pane sunroof, semi-digital instrument cluster, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, auto headlamps, wireless phone charger, keyless entry and cruise control.

Safety-wise, the Exter is now equipped with 6 airbags, electronic stability control and hill hold assist as standard. You also get to see a rear view camera, reverse parking sensors and tyre pressure monitoring system in higher variants.

2026 Hyundai Exter Facelift: Powertrain

Under the hood, the new Exter remains identical to the outgoing version. It is powered by a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine, which can also be opted for with a dual-cylinder CNG setup. Here are its detailed specifications:

2026 Hyundai Exter Facelift: Rivals

The Exter facelift will go up primarily against the Tata Punch and Citroen C3.

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The Exter has always been known to offer a premium and feature-loaded package at an affordable price, which has made it a popular choice in its segment. This new facelift, while not major, does make it feel fresh and retain its upmarket feel compared to other rivals in this price range.

What do you think about the new Exter? Let us know in the comments below!