Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Hyundai Exter side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is available at ₹1,972,400, while the Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara versus 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter. 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 | 12V | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 139Nm @ 4300rpm | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 0.76 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | Self-charging (no plug-in required) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1675 - 1735 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 – 1280 kg | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) | — |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Tilt & Telescopic | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | LED | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| 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) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
