2026 Hyundai Exter Facelift vs Maruti Swift: Would You Pick The New SUV Or The Legacy Hatchback?
While both the Exter and the Swift are in similar price brackets, they have very different approaches towards a city commuter
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Interested in buying the new Hyundai Exter facelift? Here’s our Ultimate Buying Guide!
The Hyundai Exter is one of those products in the Indian market which focuses on offering a well-rounded package in a small and affordable footprint. And after a recent facelift, the Exter has become more premium and better equipped than before.
On the other hand, in a similar price bracket, you have the Maruti Swift. In its latest generation, the Swift looks and feels premium for its price, while also offering daily use features and a more fuel efficient powertrain.
Which one of these city commuters fits your needs the best? Find out in this detailed comparison.
Hyundai Exter vs Maruti Swift: Price
| Ex-showroom Price |
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| Hyundai Exter |
Maruti Swift |
| Rs 5.80 lakh to Rs 9.57 lakh |
Rs 5.79 lakh to Rs 8.80 lakh |
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Both the Exter and the Swift have the same starting price.
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However, the Exter carries a premium of close to Rs 80,000 when the top-spec variants are compared.
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Check out how the Hyundai Exter fares against the Tata Punch, its prime rival.
Hyundai Exter vs Maruti Swift: Dimensions
| Spedifications |
Hyundai Exter |
Maruti Swift |
Difference |
| Length |
3,830 mm |
3,860 mm |
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| Width |
1,723 mm |
1,735 mm |
|
| Height |
1,643 mm* |
1,520 mm |
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| Wheelbase |
2,450 mm |
2,450 mm |
No Difference |
| Boot Space |
Up to 391 litres |
265 litres |
|
*With roof rails
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On roads, while the Swift is longer and wider, the added height of the Exter makes it look bigger and bolder.
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While the Swift is wider, it is only by a small margin, which will not make a big impact on cabin space.
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The wheelbase is also the same in both cars.
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However, the Exter does get a significantly bigger boot, which will allow you to keep more luggage when compared to the Swift.
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Check out how much the Hyundai Exter has changed compared to its pre-facelift version.
Hyundai Exter vs Maruti Swift: Powertrains
| Specifications |
Hyundai Exter |
Maruti Swift |
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| Engine |
1.2-litre NA Petrol |
1.2-litre NA Petrol + CNG |
1.2-litre NA Petrol |
1.2-litre NA Petrol + CNG |
| Power |
83 PS |
69 PS |
82 PS |
69.7 PS |
| Torque |
114 Nm |
95.2 Nm |
112 Nm |
102 Nm |
| Transmission |
5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT |
5-speed MT |
5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT |
5-speed MT |
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Both the Exter and the Swift have a similar displacement of 1.2-litres.
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However, the Exter has a 4-cylinder unit, while the Swift has a 3-cylinder engine.
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They also get factory-fitted CNG kits, however, only the Exter comes with dual-cylinder technology which saves some boot space in CNG variants.
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If you are looking for a more powerful commuter in this price range, you can look at the Tata Punch (Exter vs Punch compared here), which comes with a 120 PS turbo-petrol engine.
Hyundai Exter vs Maruti Swift: Features
| Feature |
Hyundai Exter |
Maruti Swift |
| Auto Projector Headlamps |
✅ (Halogen) |
✅ (LEDs) |
| LED Taillamps |
✅ |
✅ |
| Wheels |
15-inch alloy wheels |
15-inch alloy wheels |
| Roof Rails |
✅ |
✅ |
| Height-adjustable Driver Seat |
✅ |
✅ |
| Infotainment Setup |
8-inch touchscreen |
9-inch touchscreen |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
✅ (With Wired To Wireless Adaptor) |
✅ |
| Instrument Cluster |
Semi-Digital With MID |
Analogue Dials With MID |
| Wireless Phone Charger |
✅ |
✅ |
| Sound system |
4-speaker Sound System |
6-speaker Sound System |
| Cruise Control |
✅ |
✅ |
| Climate Control |
Automatic Climate Control |
Automatic Climate Control |
| Keyless entry with push-button start/stop |
✅ |
✅ |
| Rear Type-C Charging port |
✅ |
✅ |
| Sunroof |
Single Pane |
❌ |
| Cooled Glovebox |
✅ |
❌ |
| Connected Car Tech |
✅ |
✅ |
| Airbags |
6 |
6 |
| ESC (electronic stability control) |
✅ |
✅ (ESP) |
| Hill Hold Assist |
✅ |
✅ |
| Rear defogger |
✅ |
✅ |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) |
✅ |
❌ |
| Dashcam |
✅ |
❌ |
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While the Exter and the Swift are similarly equipped in many ways, the Exter takes things a step further with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), a dashcam, and a sunroof.
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However, the Swift does get a bigger infotainment system, completely wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (without adaptor), and a better sound system.
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If you want a Hyundai hatchback, the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is a good option at this price, and we have compared it with the Hyundai Exter.
CarDekho Says
The Maruti Swift seems like a good option with its modern design, daily use features, and fuel efficient powertrains. For people looking for a simple and reliable city commuter, the Swift is very much worth considering.
However, if you are willing to spend a little more, then the Hyundai Exter can woo you with its rugged styling, modern road presence, and some feel good features which you otherwise don’t get at this price.
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