Hyundai Exter price in Annamayya

Rajendra Madhwani

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I want to buy a new car and have shortlisted the Tata Tiago CNG AMT and the Hyundai Exter CNG Manual. My primary requirements are fuel efficiency and driving comfort. I also considered the Tata Tiago EV, but I am somewhat apprehensive about buying an EV due to range anxiety and the relatively limited driving range. I do not have the budget for higher-range EVs. My usage will be predominantly in the city, with an expected daily running of around 30-40 km. I would appreciate your suggestions on which option would be the better choice for my needs.

Autocar India

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If you can arrange for home charging, the Tiago EV is an excellent pick. It is very user-friendly, and its driving dynamics are very sorted. Expect around 200km on a single charge with the 24kWh battery version, and around 150-160km with the smaller battery version, so with 30-40km daily usage, you will barely need to charge the vehicle twice or thrice a week. However, in the absence of home charging, we'd recommend you to opt for the Exter instead, simply for its smoother and refined engine, lighter controls, and higher seating. Sure, the Tiago CNG is likely to be more efficient, but the Exter CNG doesn't fall behind. Expect the Exter CNG to return around 22km/kg in the city and 30km/kg on the highway.

I am a senior citizen with orthopaedic problems. I would like to buy a sub-4-meter car or SUV with a good suspension, for slow traffic on bad roads in a city. Prone to flooding during the rains. Wide doors and convenience in getting in and getting out. Price 10-12 lakhs.

Autocar India

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For your requirements, the Punch offers the right combination of comfort, ease of use and practicality. The higher seating position makes getting in and out easier than in a hatchback, while the 90-degree opening doors are particularly helpful for those with knee or hip issues. Its suspension is well-suited to broken city roads, and the generous ground clearance provides added confidence during the monsoon and on waterlogged streets.The automatic gearbox removes the need to operate a clutch in slow-moving traffic, which can make daily driving considerably less tiring. It is also compact enough to be easy to manoeuvre and park in the city.The Hyundai Exter AMT is another option worth considering, but the Punch feels more substantial and offers better ride comfort on poor road surfaces.

Sourav

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I currently own a Grandi10 Sportz 2015 Model. My daily usage is mostly in the city from Home to office, averaging around 750-800 kms/month. I am planning to upgrade my vehicle to an SUV. My budget is around 9 lakhs. Please suggest.

Autocar India

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Get the Hyundai Exter. For mostly city use and an upgrade from your 2015 Grand i10, it’s the easiest step up: higher seat and better ground clearance for speed breakers, yet small enough to park and thread through traffic without stress. The light controls and smooth petrol make daily commutes simple, and Hyundai’s wide service network will feel familiar. In your budget, you can land a lower or mid manual trim, so it fits the budget without feeling bare-bones.What helps you most is comfort and convenience in the city. The cabin is more airy than your i10, the ride handles rough patches better, and running 750-800 km a month, petrol makes far more sense than stretching for a diesel or an EV.

Raj

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I am a 77-year-old senior citizen. I have back issues, and my wife is also a senior citizen. We find it difficult to get in and out of certain cars. Could you suggest the most suitable options within a budget of Rs 10 lakh?

Autocar India

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In terms of an elevated seating position and ease of getting in and out, the Tata Punch is the best fit within your budget. Its doors open wide, and the seats are comfortable and set high, so you step into it rather than down into it. The drawbacks are that the engine isn’t the most refined, and Tata’s service experience can be hit or miss in some areas.Alternatively, the Hyundai Exter automatic is a good choice too. The high, chair-like seats and wide-opening doors make getting in and out easy. The seating position isn’t quite as high as the Punch’s, so it is worth trying both to see which works best for you. On the plus side, the engine is very refined, the AMT is one of the smoother-shifting units in the segment, and Hyundai has a strong reputation for after-sales service.If you want something that is even easier to live with on a tight budget, look at the Maruti Wagon R AMT. The tall-boy design is excellent for seniors. Just know that while it is a great city car, it is not particularly well-suited to highway driving.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Tojo Joseph

I am looking for a manual petrol hatchback (preferably non-Maruti) within 10 lakhs on road price in Thrissur. Priorities (in order) are road visibility comparable to Wagon R, short turning radius, airbags for driver and front passenger, rear camera with sensors, central locking, tinted glass, decent infotainment unit, and reasonable seating for 3 abreast in the back seat. Also, how does the Citroen C3 measure for the above requirements and against the Punch & i10?

Autocar India

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Given your comfort with the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, we'd advise you against a conventional hatchback and recommend you look at a sub-compact SUV. The high seating is a boon and will put you at immediate ease in the car. Options that meet your requirements within a Rs 10 lakh budget include the Hyundai Exter, Tata Punch and Citroen C3. The Tata Punch offers more of what you need. It's got the widest cabin (though it's still not ideal as a 5 seater) and packs in all the features that you need, and then a whole lot more. The Citroen C3 makes a compelling case for itself with the best engines, well-sorted ride and handling and the cabin experience is also vastly improved with the recent feature update. However, it's not quite as roomy as the Punch, and Citroen's service network is also not as widespread as Tata or Hyundai's.The Hyundai Exter is an easy-going option that's also worth a look.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Thio

I am planning to buy my first car with a budget of Rs. 15 lakh. It will mainly be used for city driving, along with occasional highway trips. I am looking for an SUV, but not from the Tata Punch or Hyundai Exter segment. My priorities are long-term reliability, low maintenance and service costs, good fuel efficiency, and overall value for money. Which car would you recommend?

Autocar India

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Mostly city use, a Rs.15 lakh budget and a focus on low running costs, point straight to the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It fits your brief for long-term reliability, low maintenance and service costs, and good fuel efficiency. It is a size up from the Tata Punch/Hyundai Exter segment, but is still manageable in the city while feeling stable on the highway.Why it fits: service and parts costs are among the lowest in the class, and Maruti’s service network is widespread, so upkeep stays simple for years. The petrol engine and torque convertor auto are smooth in traffic and remains efficient if driven with a light foot. Cabin space is good for five, the rear seat is comfortable, and the boot is useful for the occasional weekend trip.Trade-offs: the cabin does not feel particularly premium, and the engine lacks the punch of a turbo-petrol on the highway. It is also worth noting that a facelift for the Brezza is expected towards the end of the year, possibly with a turbo-petrol engine. Alternatively, consider the Hyundai Venue 1.0 DCT if you want a more modern cabin and stronger highway performance.Overall, for city-first use and long-term peace of mind, the Brezza is a good fit.

Ravi

I earn a take-home salary of Rs 80,000 and currently own a 2014 Alto 800. Which car should I upgrade to for better safety and modern features?

Autocar India

Instead of your take-home salary, it would be better to help us with the budget you are comfortable allocating for your new car purchase, because several factors affect your capacity to spend like age, responsibilities, existing liabilities, etc.Assuming you plan to sell your outgoing Alto 800 and use the sales proceeds as a down payment, with an EMI of around Rs 15,000, you could look at cars with an on-road price of Rs 8.50-9 lakh. For the money, you could consider a Maruti Baleno or Toyota Glanza, both of which will feel like a proper upgrade compared to your outgoing car. SUV alternatives are the Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter, and if you prefer a sedan, the Maruti Dzire is also a good buy.

My budget is under ₹10 lakh, and I am planning to buy a CNG car. My usage will be evenly split between city/village driving and highway travel, roughly 50:50. Could you please suggest the best options considering fuel efficiency, reliability, comfort, performance, maintenance costs, and suitability for mixed road conditions?

Autocar India

With a budget under Rs. 10 lakh and an even split between city, village roads, and highways, the Tata Punch CNG in a mid-variant is the stronger fit. It rides over rough village patches without scraping, feels steady at highway speeds for a small car, and the twin-cylinder CNG layout still leaves useful boot space for bags on longer trips.This suits your use because village roads need good ground clearance and a tough suspension, highway use needs a car that feels stable and confident, and CNG saves running costs while keeping day-to-day drivability easy in traffic.The trade-offs: it is not very quick in CNG, so fast overtakes need a bit of planning, and higher trims may stretch your budget in some cities, so stick to the lower-mid variant and add only the features you truly need.The Hyundai Exter CNG is an alternative, and it also gets a dual tank setup, but it won’t handle broken village roads as confidently as the Punch.Overall, for your mix of roads, the Punch CNG lines up best.

Nilesh Nagwekar

Currently, I have been using a Maruti Suzuki Celerio CNG for more than 8 years. My monthly running is around 1,100-1,200 km. Since I am now finding the limited boot space restrictive, I am planning to upgrade to a bigger and more practical car. My driving pattern is approximately 60% highway and 40% city usage regularly.

Autocar India

Given your high level of driving, with mostly highway usage, good fuel economy must be a high priority. The best answer would be a diesel or a hybrid, but neither of those will fit in your budget of Rs 5-10 lakh. A good option worth considering might be a used diesel SUV like a Gen 1 Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza diesel or Gen 1 Hyundai Creta diesel. If well-maintained and in good condition, these would be good upgrades from your Celerio CNG, and you should be able to find examples in your budget.However, if you would like to stick to a new car, do not discount CNG entirely. There are plenty of new CNG models that use twin-cylinder setups to reduce the impact on boot space. Good options that fall in your budget are the Tata Punch i-CNG and the Hyundai Exter Hy-CNG Duo, both of which have reasonably sized boots, despite the use of CNG tanks.