Does the Hyundai Exter come in automatic?
In the highly competitive compact crossover market segment, consumers demand a lot for their money. From top-end technology to ease of use and comfort, automakers are rolling out the red carpet for buyers. We find out if the new Hyundai Exter has an automatic option.
Automatic Exter
The B segment compact crossover market is one of, if not the busiest, in South Africa. Almost all manufacturers offer at least one option for consumers to choose from. Automakers are clambering over themselves to offer consumers the best value-for-money vehicles at various price points.
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One of the latest entrants into this segment is the Hyundai Exter, a compact crossover with big aspirations. The Exter offers consumers a quality car with excellent build quality and a frugal petrol engine that delivers 61kW and 114Nm and can reach 100 km/h from zero in 12.6 seconds. The majority of new drivers today have taken a liking to automatic transmissions so does the new Exter have an auto option?
Is the Hyundai Exter good for new drivers?
Auto option
The Exter offers a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic manual gearbox, also known as an 'AMT' transmission. AMTs are essentially a conventional manual transmission equipped with automatic actuation to operate the clutch and shift gears. An AMT offers a compromise between manual and automatic transmissions. It offers the convenience of automatic shifting at the cost of reduced smoothness and slower response times. If you prefer not to "row your own," then the AMT is the option for city-bound individuals who live in traffic.
