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Exter vs i20

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Hyundai

Exter

Exter
Price Range

₹5.81 lakh – ₹9.65 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Petrol / CNG • 23 TrimsOpen model
VS
Hyundai

i20

i20
Price Range

₹6 lakh – ₹10.68 lakh

Mileage

16 - 20 km/l

Petrol • 15 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“i20 takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in overall balance and value. While Exter remains a capable contender, i20 offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Exter

83.1 PS

113.8 Nm

i20

83.1 PS

114.7 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Published mileage only
Exter

Not published

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

i20

16 - 20 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Hyundai

Exter

Hyundai

i20

Listed items₹3,33,333
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,33,333
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹41,000(Exter lower)

HX3

1197 cc • Manual •

Ex-Showroom₹6.34 lakh

Magna Executive

1197 cc • Manual • 16 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹6.75 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Exter
i20
Engine Type
Exter:1197 cc
i20:1197 cc
Max Power
Exter:83.1 PS
i20:83.1 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Exter:113.8 Nm
i20:114.7 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Exter:Manual, AMT
i20:Manual, CVT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Exter:Petrol, CNG
i20:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
Exter:—
i20:16 - 20 km/l
Exter
i20
Seating
Exter:5 seats
i20:5 seats
Boot SpaceDiffers
Exter:391 litres
i20:311 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity
Exter:37 litres
i20:37 litres
Body TypeDiffers
Exter:Compact SUV
i20:Hatchback
Exter
i20
Airbags
Exter:6
i20:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.