Hyundai Celebrates First Anniversary of EXTER SUV with Launch of EXTER Knight

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Hyundai launches EXTER Knight edition with sporty black theme and red accents, targeting young Indian buyers.

By Shagun Kaushik

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Jul 11, 2024 12:58 pm IST

Hyundai EXTER Knight

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) marked a milestone today with the launch of the Hyundai EXTER Knight, a bold and sporty edition of its popular entry-level SUV, the EXTER. The EXTER Knight aims to resonate with the dynamic preferences of today's young Indian buyers, especially Gen Z and millennials.

Design and Features

The Hyundai EXTER Knight, based on the SX and SX(O) Connect variants of the EXTER, enhances the SUV's bold stance with a striking black theme. It features sporty black painted side sill garnish, red accents on the front bumper and rear tailgate, and distinctive red front brake calipers.

Powertrain Options

Available with a 1.2-liter Kappa petrol engine, customers have the choice of a 5-speed manual transmission (MT) or Smart Auto automated manual transmission (AMT).

Color Options

The EXTER Knight comes in a total of 7 colors, including three new exclusive options: Abyss Black, Shadow Grey, and Shadow Grey with Abyss Black roof. This new variant is available in both monotone and dual-tone color options, catering to diverse customer preferences.

Sales Success

The Hyundai EXTER has been well-received in the market with over 93,000 units sold since its launch.

Hyundai EXTER Knight Pricing:

Hyundai EXTER Knight Prices
Model	Powertrain	Transmission	Variant	Ex-Showroom Price (INR)
EXTER Knight	1.2 l Kappa Petrol	MT	SX	8 38 200
			SX (Dual Tone)	8 62 200
			SX (O) Connect	9 70 800
			SX (O) Connect (Dual Tone)	9 85 800
		AMT	SX	9 05 200
			SX (Dual Tone)	9 30 200
			SX (O) Connect	10 14 900
			SX (O) Connect (Dual Tone)	10 42 800

Tarun Garg, COO, HMIL, said - "We are excited to introduce the Hyundai EXTER Knight, embodying the bold spirit of today's young Indian buyers. Leveraging the popularity of black color among SUV customers, the EXTER Knight reflects modernity, elegance, power, and sophistication. With its youthful design and premium features, the EXTER Knight aims to inspire customers to explore new adventures and embrace the Hyundai SUV experience."