5 Ways The Hyundai Exter CNG Makes A Perfect City Runabout

Apart from being efficient, the Exter CNG features space-saving twin-cylinder technology that allows for usable boot space and a well-loaded feature package making city drives convenient

It's one thing to find a car with attractive looks and features, but adding an efficient CNG powertrain to the mix makes it a tough combination to come by. Hyundai, however, has the perfect answer with the Exter, a micro-SUV that combines style, features, safety, and efficiency in one package. Launched in India in 2023, the Exter has quickly become one of the most popular choices in its segment. The Exter, especially in its CNG variant, makes for an excellent urban commuter, blending all these qualities with impressive efficiency. Here are five reasons why the Exter CNG is the ideal city car.

Design: Compact Yet Appealing

The Hyundai Exter CNG features a traditional SUV-like upright stance, with rugged design touches such as  16-inch alloy wheels, and side body cladding. While it may be called a micro-SUV, its dimensions make it ideally suited for urban driving conditions where one can squeeze it through tight naps and narrow lanes. Below, we’ve outlined the Exter’s dimensions in the table:

Thanks to its compact dimensions, it can be easily maneuvered through city traffic. Also, the added advantage here is its ground clearance of 185 mm, which further adds to the confidence of driving it over broken roads or no roads.

Features: Nothing Compromised

Despite being a small economical CNG SUV, the Exter has a long feature list and it compromises on nothing. You get an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that’s easy to use and supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, whereas the connected car tech allows you to operate certain features and view stats on your phone. The semi-digital instrument panel displays all the information one would need, while the AC ensures to keep occupants cool during hot summers. Steering mounted audio controls, all-four power windows and push button start all add to the convenience factor. If that’s not all, the Exter CNG also gets a sunroof, one of the few cars to get a sunroof even with a CNG powertrain.

The safety too hasn’t been compromised, and Hyundai has loaded Exter with standard safety features like 6 airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, and 3 point seatbelts for all seats. The higher variants also get a rear parking camera and tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Efficient CNG Powertrain

Hyundai is offering the Exter CNG with a 1.2-litre 4-cylinder Kappa petrol-CNG powertrain. The specifications are as follows:

The Exter CNG offers an impressive fuel efficiency of 27.1 km/kg, making it the cost-effective option for long-term ownership.

If you are opting for petrol, the Exter uses the same engine but comes with an increased output of 83 PS and 114 Nm. It comes paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed AMT, the latter getting paddle shifters if you intend to take matters in your own hands.

Offers A Comfortable Ride

The Hyundai Exter has a balanced suspension setup offering a comfortable ride inside the city.  The ride stays flat over broken roads and you never go out of your comfort zone. Even on highways, it feels stable and soaks the undulations very well with a flat ride.

Adding to the comfortable ride is a comfortable cabin experience where the Exter can accommodate tall people with utmost ease. A large glass area also means one doesn’t feel claustrophobic inside the cabin. 

Hy-Duo CNG Tech For The Win

You no longer have to compromise on the boot space in a CNG car, as the Hyundai Exter CNG features a Hy-Duo CNG tech, which is basically a dual cylinder technology. In this, two CNG tanks with a combined capacity of 60 litres are placed under the boot space, replacing the single large tank offered before. As a result, you get a usable boot space, making long journeys both convenient and efficient.

So these 5 things make the Hyundai Exter CNG your perfect companion for all your urban needs. The Exter is priced between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 10.43 lakh, while its CNG variants range from Rs 8.43 lakh to Rs 9.38 lakh. What do you think about this micro SUV? Share your thoughts below.

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