Hyundai Creta
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Hyundai Creta
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Hyundai Creta Key Specifications
Hyundai Creta Highlights
ADAS package.
360-degree camera.
Dual-zone climate control.
Expert Review
reviewed by Arjun Nair
After driving the Creta in its 1.5-litre naturally aspirated CVT form, I came away convinced this is the version most private buyers with major city running sho... Read More
After driving the Creta in its 1.5-litre naturally aspirated CVT form, I came away convinced this is... Read More
Exterior
Interior
Safety
Engine
Ride & Handling
Road Test Photos
Good Things
- Refined 1.5 MPI + iVT powertrain
- Comprehensive feature list including Level 2 ADAS
Could Be Better
- Highway performance is adequate rather than exciting
- Average city fuel efficiency
Updated 9 days ago
Expert Review
reviewed by Arjun Nair
After driving the Creta in its 1.5-litre naturally aspirated CVT form, I came away convinced this is the version most private buyers with major city running sho... Read More
After driving the Creta in its 1.5-litre naturally aspirated CVT form, I came away convinced this is... Read More
Exterior
Interior
Safety
Engine
Ride & Handling
Exterior
Interior
Safety
Engine
Ride & Handling
Road Test Photos
Good Things
- Refined 1.5 MPI + iVT powertrain
- Comprehensive feature list including Level 2 ADAS
Could Be Better
- Highway performance is adequate rather than exciting
- Average city fuel efficiency
Updated 9 days ago
Hyundai Creta Overview
The Hyundai Creta makes a serious statement, with its exterior defined by a striking black chrome parametric grille and horizon LED DRLs, while connecting LED tail lamps give it a road presence that punches well above its segment.
That premium execution continues into the cabin. A sleek, dual 10.25-inch infotainment-and-cluster panel anchors the dashboard, setting a distinctly tech-forward tone.
Higher variants dial up the comfort and ambiance, offering ventilated front seats, a rich Bose 8-speaker sound system, and a voice-enabled panoramic sunroof.
Under the hood, the spec sheet offers a powertrain for nearly every driving style. The lineup spans from a practical 113 hp naturally aspirated petrol and an efficient 114 hp diesel, all the way up to a punchy 158 hp turbo-petrol paired with a quick-shifting 7-speed DCT.
Backing up that versatile performance is a solid commitment to safety. Six airbags come completely standard across the entire lineup, while advanced Level 2 ADAS features step in on select variants to provide an extra layer of modern driver assistance.
We've also compared the Creta with the Tata Sierra, its close competitor, highlighting the key differences buyers should know.
Engine and Performance
Engine and Performance
The Creta is offered with three engine options. The base 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol produces 113 hp and 143.8 Nm of torque, available with either a 6-speed manual or an iVT automatic.
Alongside this base petrol, the 1.5-litre diesel makes 114 hp and a strong 250 Nm, paired with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic.
Topping the range is a 1.5-litre turbo petrol producing 158 hp and 253 Nm, mated exclusively to a 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch transmission, a fast-shifting automatic that uses two clutches for quicker gear changes).
Regardless of the specific powertrain chosen, all three are 4-cylinder units.
fuel economy
fuel economy
Official ARAI figures for the Creta's petrol variants deliver a claimed mileage of 17.4 km/l with manual transmission and up to 18.4 km/l with automatic options such as IVT or DCT.
On the other hand, the diesel variants provide higher efficiency, with the 1.5-litre diesel manual rated at 21.8 km/l, while the diesel automatic is rated at 19.1 km/l.
Overall, the official ARAI-claimed fuel economy range for the Creta spans 17.4 km/l to 21.8 km/l, depending on the selected powertrain and gearbox configuration.
interior
interior
Creta’s cabin pairs a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display with an equally sized digital instrument cluster, both integrated into a single horizontal panel that gives the dashboard a clean, uncluttered look.
Complementing this setup, connectivity includes wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Hyundai Bluelink with 70+ features, JioSaavn streaming, and Home-to-Car with Alexa. Rounding out the infotainment experience, a Bose 8-speaker system with a subwoofer is available on higher variants.
For comfort, front seats are power-adjustable (8-way) with ventilation on select variants and the driver's seat adds a memory function and the passenger seat a walk-in device on the top variant.
In the second row, rear passengers get a 60:40 split reclining seatback, a rear window sunshade, and a wireless charger on top variants.
Adding to this convenience, storage is practical, with a front seat-back table and retractable cup holder.
exterior
exterior
The Creta features a bold front end dominated by a black chrome parametric radiator grille, flanked by quad-beam LED headlamps and horizon LED positioning lamps integrated with daytime running lights.
Along the rest of the body, integrated roof rails, chrome door handles, and front and rear skid plates are present on standard variants, while the top variants replace these with blacked-out equivalents.
Enhancing this side profile, puddle lamps with a welcome function are included on higher variants.
Completing the exterior profile, R18 diamond-cut alloy wheels feature on top variants, stepping down to R17 units mid-range and R16 steel wheels at entry level.
Additionally at the rear, a full-width connecting LED tail lamp gives the SUV a distinctive signature, while an integrated roof spoiler houses an LED high-mounted stop lamp.
Tying the overall lighting design together, sequential LED turn signals on both front and rear add a premium touch.
safety
safety
The Creta comes equipped with six airbags as standard across the variants, namely driver, front passenger, side, and curtain airbags for comprehensive protection.
It also includes essential safety aids like electronic stability control (ESC), vehicle stability management (VSM), hill-start assist (HAC), all-wheel disc brakes, and a tyre pressure monitoring system, fitted on every model.
Higher variants feature Hyundai's SmartSense Level 2 ADAS suite, including smart features like forward collision avoidance, blind-spot collision avoidance, lane keeping assist, smart cruise control with stop-and-go function, among others.
Top-spec versions also offer a surround view monitor and blind-spot view monitor for added convenience and safety.
Regarding crash test ratings, the Creta received 3 stars for adult occupant protection (8.00/17.00) and 3 stars for child occupant protection (28.29/49.00) in Global NCAP's 2022 evaluation. The bodyshell was rated unstable in the test.
However, the assessment was done on an older two-airbag model, while the current Creta now comes with six airbags as standard across the range.
competition
competition
Creta’s closest rivals in its segment are the all-new Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Tata Sierra.
Seltos is notably larger than Creta, measuring 4,460 mm in length, 1,830 mm in width, and with a 2,690 mm wheelbase, along with a 447-litre boot, all meaningfully ahead of Creta's figures. It also adds a heads-up display, 12.3-inch dual screens, and a dual-pane panoramic sunroof. Conversely, the Creta provides a wider range of available variants and a more extensive service network.
Regarding fuel efficiency, the Grand Vitara's strong hybrid powertrain yields an average of 22 kmpl, whereas the petrol Creta averages around 12 kmpl. Furthermore, the Grand Vitara includes an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) option, which is unavailable on the Creta. However, at similar price points, the Creta incorporates more standard cabin technology and interior features.
Finally, the Sierra provides a larger boot capacity of 622 litres and a longer wheelbase of 2,730 mm. In contrast, the Creta is equipped with more advanced interior electronics and is backed by a more established after-sales service infrastructure.
Hyundai Creta Expert Reviews
Hyundai Creta News
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Hyundai Creta FAQs
Does Creta come with ADAS features and how many airbags does it have?
−Yes. Select Creta variants are equipped with Hyundai SmartSense, a Level 2 ADAS suite that includes forward collision avoidance (for cars, pedestrians, cyclists, and junction-turning scenarios), lane keeping assist, blind-spot collision avoidance, smart cruise control with stop-and-go, and more. Six airbags, driver, passenger, side, and curtain are fitted as standard across every variant in the current lineup, including the base model.
What engine options are available in Creta?
+Creta is offered with three engines, a 113 hp 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol (6MT/iVT), a 114 hp 1.5-litre diesel (6MT/6AT), and a 158 hp 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (7DCT).
Does the Creta have a sunroof?
+Yes. A smart panoramic sunroof is available on mid-range and higher variants. Top-tier variants get a voice-enabled version that can be opened or closed via voice commands.
Does Creta support wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay?
+Yes, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are available, though on the base variant this requires a wired-to-wireless adapter, and is natively wireless from higher variants onward.
What is the Creta's fuel tank capacity?
+The Creta has a 50-litre fuel tank, common across all engine and variant options.
What is the mileage of the Hyundai Creta?
+The Creta delivers (manual) and up to (automatic) as per ARAI. Real-world mileage ranges from depending on conditions.
Is the Hyundai Creta available in petrol, CNG, electric or diesel engines?
+The Creta is currently available with Petrol and Diesel engines.
What is the current ex-showroom price of the Hyundai Creta?
+The current ex-showroom prices start at and go up to , depending on the variant.
How many variants does the Creta come in, and what are their names?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in 54 variants: E, E Diesel, EX, EX (O), EX (O) Diesel, EX (O) Diesel AT, EX (O) Diesel AT Summer Edition, EX (O) Diesel Summer Edition, EX (O) iVT Summer Edition, EX (O) Summer Edition, EX Diesel, EX Diesel Summer Edition, EX Summer Edition, EX(O) iVT, King, King Diesel, King Diesel AT, King Diesel AT DT, King Diesel DT, King DT, King iVT, King iVT DT, King Knight iVT, King Knight iVT DT, King Lounge Edition Diesel AT, King Lounge Edition Diesel AT DT, King Lounge Edition iVT, King Lounge Edition iVT DT, King Turbo DCT, King Turbo DCT DT, S (O), S (O) Diesel, S (O) Diesel AT, S (O) Diesel AT Summer Edition, S (O) Diesel Summer Edition, S (O) iVT, S (O) iVT Summer Editon, S (O) Knight, S (O) Knight Diesel, S (O) Knight Diesel Summer Edition, S (O) Summer Edition, S(O) Knight Summer Edition, SX, SX DT, SX Premium, SX Premium Diesel, SX Premium Diesel Summer Edition, SX Premium DT, SX Premium DT Diesel, SX Premium iVT, SX Premium iVT DT, SX Premium iVT Summer Edition, SX Premium Summer Edition and SX Summer Edition. It offers transmission options.
What is the engine capacity, power, and torque of the Creta?
+It has a engine that produces and of torque.
What are the key safety features in the Creta ?
+The Creta comes equipped with several safety features including .
What are the boot space and dimensions of the Hyundai Creta?
+The Creta offers of boot space. Its dimensions are in length, in width, and it has a wheelbase of .
Which features are available in the top model of the Creta (touchscreen, camera, cruise control, etc.)?
+The top variant includes .
What is the standard warranty on the Creta, and what are the average service costs?
+Hyundai offers a warranty. Annual service costs range between .
What colours does the Hyundai Creta come in?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in the following colours: .
Which variants of the Hyundai Creta have a sunroof?
+variant of Hyundai Creta is having sunroof
What is the mileage of the Hyundai Creta?
+The Creta delivers (manual) and up to (automatic) as per ARAI. Real-world mileage ranges from depending on conditions.
Is the Hyundai Creta available in petrol, CNG, electric or diesel engines?
+The Creta is currently available with Petrol and Diesel engines.
What is the current ex-showroom price of the Hyundai Creta?
+The current ex-showroom prices start at and go up to , depending on the variant.
How many variants does the Creta come in, and what are their names?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in 54 variants: E, E Diesel, EX, EX (O), EX (O) Diesel, EX (O) Diesel AT, EX (O) Diesel AT Summer Edition, EX (O) Diesel Summer Edition, EX (O) iVT Summer Edition, EX (O) Summer Edition, EX Diesel, EX Diesel Summer Edition, EX Summer Edition, EX(O) iVT, King, King Diesel, King Diesel AT, King Diesel AT DT, King Diesel DT, King DT, King iVT, King iVT DT, King Knight iVT, King Knight iVT DT, King Lounge Edition Diesel AT, King Lounge Edition Diesel AT DT, King Lounge Edition iVT, King Lounge Edition iVT DT, King Turbo DCT, King Turbo DCT DT, S (O), S (O) Diesel, S (O) Diesel AT, S (O) Diesel AT Summer Edition, S (O) Diesel Summer Edition, S (O) iVT, S (O) iVT Summer Editon, S (O) Knight, S (O) Knight Diesel, S (O) Knight Diesel Summer Edition, S (O) Summer Edition, S(O) Knight Summer Edition, SX, SX DT, SX Premium, SX Premium Diesel, SX Premium Diesel Summer Edition, SX Premium DT, SX Premium DT Diesel, SX Premium iVT, SX Premium iVT DT, SX Premium iVT Summer Edition, SX Premium Summer Edition and SX Summer Edition. It offers transmission options.
What is the engine capacity, power, and torque of the Creta?
+It has a engine that produces and of torque.
What are the key safety features in the Creta ?
+The Creta comes equipped with several safety features including .
What are the boot space and dimensions of the Hyundai Creta?
+The Creta offers of boot space. Its dimensions are in length, in width, and it has a wheelbase of .
Which features are available in the top model of the Creta (touchscreen, camera, cruise control, etc.)?
+The top variant includes .
What is the standard warranty on the Creta, and what are the average service costs?
+Hyundai offers a warranty. Annual service costs range between .
What colours does the Hyundai Creta come in?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in the following colours: .
Which variants of the Hyundai Creta have a sunroof?
+variant of Hyundai Creta is having sunroof
What is the mileage of the Hyundai Creta?
+The Creta delivers (manual) and up to (automatic) as per ARAI. Real-world mileage ranges from depending on conditions.
Is the Hyundai Creta available in petrol, CNG, electric or diesel engines?
+The Creta is currently available with Petrol and Diesel engines.
What is the current ex-showroom price of the Hyundai Creta?
+The current ex-showroom prices start at and go up to , depending on the variant.
How many variants does the Creta come in, and what are their names?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in 54 variants: E, E Diesel, EX, EX (O), EX (O) Diesel, EX (O) Diesel AT, EX (O) Diesel AT Summer Edition, EX (O) Diesel Summer Edition, EX (O) iVT Summer Edition, EX (O) Summer Edition, EX Diesel, EX Diesel Summer Edition, EX Summer Edition, EX(O) iVT, King, King Diesel, King Diesel AT, King Diesel AT DT, King Diesel DT, King DT, King iVT, King iVT DT, King Knight iVT, King Knight iVT DT, King Lounge Edition Diesel AT, King Lounge Edition Diesel AT DT, King Lounge Edition iVT, King Lounge Edition iVT DT, King Turbo DCT, King Turbo DCT DT, S (O), S (O) Diesel, S (O) Diesel AT, S (O) Diesel AT Summer Edition, S (O) Diesel Summer Edition, S (O) iVT, S (O) iVT Summer Editon, S (O) Knight, S (O) Knight Diesel, S (O) Knight Diesel Summer Edition, S (O) Summer Edition, S(O) Knight Summer Edition, SX, SX DT, SX Premium, SX Premium Diesel, SX Premium Diesel Summer Edition, SX Premium DT, SX Premium DT Diesel, SX Premium iVT, SX Premium iVT DT, SX Premium iVT Summer Edition, SX Premium Summer Edition and SX Summer Edition. It offers transmission options.
What is the engine capacity, power, and torque of the Creta?
+It has a engine that produces and of torque.
What are the key safety features in the Creta ?
+The Creta comes equipped with several safety features including .
What are the boot space and dimensions of the Hyundai Creta?
+The Creta offers of boot space. Its dimensions are in length, in width, and it has a wheelbase of .
Which features are available in the top model of the Creta (touchscreen, camera, cruise control, etc.)?
+The top variant includes .
What is the standard warranty on the Creta, and what are the average service costs?
+Hyundai offers a warranty. Annual service costs range between .
What colours does the Hyundai Creta come in?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in the following colours: .
Which variants of the Hyundai Creta have a sunroof?
+variant of Hyundai Creta is having sunroof
Is the Hyundai Creta available in petrol, CNG, electric or diesel engines?
+The Creta is currently available with Petrol and Diesel engines.
What colours does the Hyundai Creta come in?
+The Hyundai Creta is available in the following colours: Fiery Red, Robust Emerald Pearl, Titan Grey Matte, Starry Night, Atlas White, Ranger Khaki, Atlas White With Abyss Black, Titan Grey and Abyss Black.
