Hyundai India has launched the 2nd generation Creta in the country, with introductory prices starting at Rs 9.99 lakh ex-showroom, Pan India. Variant wise (introductory) ex-showroom prices below –
| Variant | E | EX | S | SX | SX (O) | |
| 1.5L Petrol | 6 MT | – | Rs 9,99,000 | Rs 11,72,000 | Rs 13,46,000 | – |
| IVT (CVT automatic) | – | – | – | Rs 14,94,000 | Rs 16,15,000 | |
| 1.4L Turbo Petrol | 7 DCT | – | – | – | Rs 16,16,000 | Rs 17,20,000 |
| 1.5L Diesel | 6 MT | Rs 9,99,000 | Rs 11,49,000 | Rs 12,77,000 | Rs 14,51,000 | Rs 15,79,000 |
| 6 AT | – | – | – | Rs 15,99,000 | Rs 17,20,000 | |
The new Creta made its India debut at the 2020 Auto Expo in February.
Depending on the variant, exterior features include ‘Trio Beam’ LED headlamps, ‘Cresent Glow’ LED DRLs, a rear spoiler, LED taillamps, welcome function with puddle lamps & auto unfold ORVMs, integrated roof rails, and 17-inch Diamond-cut alloy wheels.
The SUV measures 4,300 mm in length, 1,790 mm in width and 1,635 mm in height (including roof rails). Wheelbase measures 2,610 mm.
There are a total of 10 exterior colors to choose from: Polar White, Typhoon Silver, Phantom Black, Lava Orange, Titan Grey, Deep Forest (Turbo only), Galaxy Blue, and Red Mulberry. There’ll be two dual-tone paint schemes too: Polar White with Phantom Black and Lava Orange with Phantom Black.
Naturally, the voice-enabled Smart Panoramic Sunroof is exclusive to the range-topping SX and SX (O) trims. Inside the cabin, the DCT variants get an all-Black theme with Orange accents, leatherette upholstery, and contrast stitching.
Depending on the variant, features include Blue ambient lighting, 7-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.2-inch infotainment system with Blue Link connected car technology, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto connectivity, auto AC, wireless smartphone charging, 8-speaker Bose audio system, Arkamys Sound Mood, 8-way power driver seat, and cruise control.
Safety features include airbags (front, side and curtain), ABS with EBD, ESC, Hill-Start Assist, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, Lane Change Indicator, TPMS, height-adjustable front seat belts (driver & passenger), front fog lamps, and rear defogger with timer. Download the new Creta brochure here.
Powertrains
The new Creta in India borrows the powertrains from the Seltos. The petrol engine is a 1.5-litre (1,497 cc) 4-cylinder unit producing 115 hp at 6,300 rpm and 144 Nm of torque at 4,500 rpm, paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT. Also on offer is a 1.5-litre (1,493 cc) 4-cylinder diesel engine that puts out 115 hp at 4,000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque between 1,500-2,750 rpm, paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
For those looking for performance, Hyundai is offering a 1.4-litre (1,353 cc) 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, tuned to produce 140 hp at 6,000 rpm and 242 Nm of torque between 1,500–3,200 rpm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Unlike the Seltos, there is no manual transmission on offer for the turbo petrol. These engine variants get Traction Control with Snow, Sand & Mud modes.
Power is sent to the front wheels only. The automatic variants (including CVT) get paddle shifters. I’m guessing the CVTs (branded as IVT) will have some sort of simulated shifts because you’re not actually shifting anything.
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