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Anmol Sharma

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I currently own a Hyundai Grand i10 Asta 2016 model and am planning to change my car. I am inclined towards Hyundai and thinking of Exter as an option. I find the Exter a value for money car. My budget is Rs. 10 lakhs (on road). Should I consider buying Exter, or should I look for other alternatives within the 10 lakh range?

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Since you want to purchase a Hyundai car, why not consider the new Venue, the 1.2 Petrol HX4 variant, which would be around Rs 9.88 lakh (on-road in Shimla). It is an all-new car that's slightly larger than the Exter, resulting in better cabin and boot space. Interior quality also feels a step up, and in terms of road presence, too, the Venue has an edge over the Exter.
Both Exter and Venue share the 1.2 petrol engine and 5-speed manual gearbox, similar to the one you have been using in your existing Grand i10 - so it is smooth to drive, and the controls are very light.
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