Comparing the Hyundai Exter and the Tata Safari side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hyundai Exter is available at ₹649,000, while the Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | Standard 12V system | 12V |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.2 kmpl | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 391 Litres | 420 L |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Automatic |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | JBL |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Multiple |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline/Digital | Yes |
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| Color Options | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
