Hyundai Exter vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
Should you buy Hyundai Exter or Hyundai Grand i10 Nios? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Hyundai Exter price starts at Rs 6 Lakh ex-showroom for EX (Petrol) and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios price starts Rs 5.98 Lakh ex-showroom for Era (Petrol). Exter has 1197 cc (CNG top model) engine, while Grand i10 Nios has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Exter has a mileage of 27.1 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the Grand i10 Nios has a mileage of 27 km/kg (Petrol top model).
Exter Vs Grand i10 Nios
| Key Highlights | Hyundai Exter | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.12,29,813* | Rs.9,69,732* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1197 | 1197 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Hyundai Exter vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios comparison
- Hyundai Exter
- EX (Petrol) 6 Lakh*
- EX Opt (Petrol) 6.56 Lakh*
- S (Petrol) 7.73 Lakh*
- S Plus (Petrol) 7.93 Lakh*
- SX (Petrol) 8.31 Lakh*
- S AMT (Petrol) 8.44 Lakh*
- SX Knight (Petrol) 8.46 Lakh*
- SX DT (Petrol) 8.55 Lakh*
- S Plus AMT (Petrol) 8.64 Lakh*
- SX Knight DT (Petrol) 8.70 Lakh*
- Top SellingSX Opt (Petrol) 8.95 Lakh*
- SX AMT (Petrol) 8.98 Lakh*
- SX Knight AMT (Petrol) 9.13 Lakh*
- SX Tech AMT (Petrol) 9.18 Lakh*
- SX DT AMT (Petrol) 9.23 Lakh*
- SX Knight DT AMT (Petrol) 9.38 Lakh*
- SX Tech (Petrol) 9.53 Lakh*
- SX Opt AMT (Petrol) 9.62 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect (Petrol) 9.64 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect Knight (Petrol) 9.79 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect DT (Petrol) 9.79 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect Knight DT (Petrol) 9.94 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect AMT (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect Knight AMT (Petrol) 10.15 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect DT AMT (Petrol) 10.36 Lakh*
- SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMT (Petrol) 10.51 Lakh*
- EX Dual CNG (CNG) 7.51 Lakh*
- S Executive CNG (CNG) 8.56 Lakh*
- S Executive Dual CNG (CNG) 8.64 Lakh*
- S Executive Plus Dual CNG (CNG) 8.86 Lakh*
- Top SellingSX CNG (CNG) 9.25 Lakh*
- SX Dual CNG (CNG) 9.33 Lakh*
- SX Dual Knight CNG (CNG) 9.48 Lakh*
- SX Tech CNG (CNG) 9.53 Lakh*
Rs10.51 Lakh *VS - Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Era (Petrol) 5.98 Lakh*
- Magna (Petrol) 6.84 Lakh*
- Corporate (Petrol) 7.09 Lakh*
- Sportz Executive (Petrol) 7.28 Lakh*
- Top SellingSportz (Petrol) 7.42 Lakh*
- Magna AMT (Petrol) 7.49 Lakh*
- Sportz DT (Petrol) 7.67 Lakh*
- Sportz Opt (Petrol) 7.72 Lakh*
- Corporate AMT (Petrol) 7.74 Lakh*
- Sportz Executive AMT (Petrol) 7.85 Lakh*
- Sportz AMT (Petrol) 7.99 Lakh*
- Asta (Petrol) 8.05 Lakh*
- Sportz Opt AMT (Petrol) 8.29 Lakh*
- Asta AMT (Petrol) 8.62 Lakh*
- Magna CNG (CNG) 7.75 Lakh*
- Magna Duo CNG (CNG) 7.83 Lakh*
- Sportz CNG (CNG) 8.30 Lakh*
- Top SellingSportz Duo CNG (CNG) 8.38 Lakh*
Rs8.62 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.12,29,813* | Rs.9,69,732* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.23,586/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.18,592/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.56,036 | Rs.39,571 |
| User Rating | Based on 1150 Reviews | Based on 217 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.2,944.4 |
| Brochure |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | 1.2 l Kappa | 1.2 l Kappa |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1197 | 1197 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 81.8bhp@6000rpm | 82bhp@6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 19.2 | 16 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 37 | 37 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled. ✕ | Gas Type | Gas Type |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 3815 | 3815 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1710 | 1680 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1631 | 1520 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2450 | 2450 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Trunk Light Lighting for the boot area. It usually turns on automatically when the boot is opened. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | - | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Starry Night Cosmic Blue Fierce Red Shadow Grey With Abyss Black Roof Fiery Red +8 MoreExter Colours | Spark Green With Abyss Black Fiery Red Typhoon Silver Atlas White Atlas White With Abyss Black +4 MoreGrand i10 Nios Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | Yes | - |
| SOS Button | Yes | - |
| RSA | Yes | - |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Hyundai Exter
- Rugged SUV-like looks
- High seating and tall windows offer good driving confidence
- Excellent feature list with exclusives like a dashcam and sunroof
- Effortless drive experience with the AMT
- 6 airbags are offered as standard
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Premium looking hatchback
- Refined engine, easy to drive in the city
- Feature-rich with an 8-inch touchscreen system, cruise control, and wireless charging
- Safety packed with up to six airbags, ESP, hill hold assist, and tyre pressure monitoring
Hyundai Exter
- Looks are polarising
- Drive lacks excitement and a turbo-petrol engine option
- Safety rating remains to be seen
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- No 1-litre turbo-petrol engine; no diesel motor too
- Not fun or exciting to drive
- ISOFIX anchorages only limited to the top-spec variant
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Hyundai Exter and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?
A ) Hyundai Exter price starts at ₹ 6 Lakh & Hyundai Grand i10 Nios price starts at ₹ 5.98 Lakh in New Delhi. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Hyundai Exter and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?
A ) The mileage of Exter is 19.2 kmpl & the mileage of Grand i10 Nios is 16 kmpl. Hyundai Exter gives better mileage than Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi