Hyundai Exter Top-spec AMT vs Hyundai i20 Sportz Turbo-Petrol DCT - Which One To Pick?

While the Exter gets the SUV look and more features, the i20 is bigger and more powerful

The recently launched Hyundai Exter is the carmaker’s smallest SUV on sale. It’s based on the Grand i10 Nios hatchback, but sports a rugged SUV-ish styling. It can be considered as an upgrade over the Nios, but with a price range of Rs 6 lakh to Rs 10 lakh, it overlaps several variants of the i20 premium hatchback as well. It turns out, the top-spec petrol-automatic variant of the Exter is priced quite similarly to the mid-spec i20 Turbo-DCT from a segment above. For that budget, let’s see which one is the right choice for you:

Price

The i20 Sportz DCT is costlier than the fully loaded Exter by just Rs 16,000. If you’re not specifically looking for an automatic option, you can also look at the i20 Asta (O) in its manual guise for Rs 8,000 less. 

Powertrains

If it is the performance you want, the i20 is better than the Exter by 37PS and 58Nm, which are significant figures. Furthermore, the Exter gets a 5-speed AMT, while the i20 goes with a more responsive dual-clutch automatic. Interestingly, even with the added performance, the i20 is about 1 kmpl more efficient.

Those who want more mileage can even look at the Exter CNG, though it’s only offered with a manual transmission. The alternative fuel option is not offered with the i20. 

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Dimensions

The Exter is expectedly smaller than the i20 in terms of length and width. The differences are significant, which can translate to more cabin space. The Exter, due to its SUV proposition, is taller. The i20’s wheelbase is also longer by 130mm. In all terms, the i20 is a bigger and more accommodating car. But if you prefer a more upright seating position, either as driver or passenger, and more headroom in the back, you might still consider the Exter. 

Features

The top-end variant of the Exter is more feature rich than the i20 Sportz. Even more notably, it additionally gets an electric sunroof, paddle shifters, push-button start-stop, and wireless phone charger. With the i20, you get bigger 16-inch wheels (steelies though), leatherette seats, and wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay over the Exter. 

Safety quotient is also better with the Exter, with six airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold assist, and dual-camera dash cam.

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Verdict

We can conclude that the i20 is a bigger car with a more engaging design. Its turbo-petrol engine is better for performance and gives a better driving experience overall. However, the Exter gives you the SUV look, added safety features and more feel good features for the price. 

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