Comparing the Hyundai Exter and the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter versus 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | Standard 12V system | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 19.2 kmpl | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 391 Litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | — |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| 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 | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
