Fresh Face, New Tech: Hyundai Reveals Facelifted Exter With Updated Looks and Interior

Hyundai has whipped the wraps off the updated Exter, giving its compact SUV a fresh exterior and interior makeover.

The Look

The facelifted model sports:

• A new front grille

• Revised fore and aft bumpers

• New 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels (likely spec-dependent)

• A “wing-type” rear spoiler

• Two new exterior colours: Golden Bronze and Titanium Black Matte

The updated Exter measures 3,830 mm in length15 mm longer than the pre-facelifted model. Width has also increased, from 1,710 to 1,723 mm. The wheelbase remains unchanged at 2,450 mm.

The Interior

Inside, the facelifted Exter features:

• A new dual-tone navy and grey interior colour scheme

• A 3D carbon-look finish on the facia

• A “D-cut” steering wheel

• Metal pedals

• A dashcam

• Touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Safety items include six airbags and electronic stability control (ESC) .

The Powertrain

The updated Exter retains the same powertrain options as the pre-facelifted model.

Hyundai South Africa has yet to confirm a local introduction date, but the SA lineup is expected to employ the same 1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol unit.

• Power: 61 kW

• Torque: 114 N.m

• Transmissions: Five-speed manual or automated manual transmission (AMT)

• Fuel consumption (claimed):

  • Manual: 5.7 L/100 km

  • AMT: 5.9 L/100 km

The Bottom Line

New grille. New bumpers. A dashcam. A dual-tone interior. And the same frugal 1.2-litre engine.

The facelifted Exter is hereand South Africa will likely see it soon.