Hyundai Creta

Introduction 

• The Hyundai Creta has been achieving major sales milestones thanks to its popularity. 
• Since its debut 10 years ago, the mid-size SUV has always been a hit with more than 12 lakh units sold now. 
• Now in its third generation (2015, 2020, 2024), it stays updated with tech and features. 
• Currently it's still offered in two special editions — Knight (2022) and Adventure (2024). 
• Hyundai even launched two new variants of the Creta in March 2025, with it being the latest update. 
• It added some features too, and now this popular compact SUV is offered in the EX (O) and SX Premium variants as well. 

Exterior 

• In its latest iteration, its fascia is very different with a new black chrome grille. 
• This, along with new LED DRLs, rectangular LED headlamps, and a heavily reworked front bumper, give the Creta a very different look. 
• Changes to the side profile are limited to a new 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, while the silhouette is like the outgoing model. 
• At the back, the updated mid-size SUV boasts a redesigned bumper, new LED taillights, and an LED light bar. 

Interior 

• Inside, the Creta gets a reworked dual-tone interior and dashboard, with the latter housing a large single-piece screen. 
• This unit houses the touchscreen system and a new fully digital colour instrument cluster. 
• Look closely and you'll notice the AC controls are revised to a dual-zone automatic unit. 
• While the centre console houses a wireless charger, Type-C and Type-A charging ports, and a 12V socket, it continues to get an electric parking brake with an auto-hold function and drive mode/traction mode dial. 
• Other features from its predecessor include ventilated front seats with an eight-way electrically adjustable driver seat, and a two-step recline function for the second-row seats. 
• The updated Creta offers a panoramic sunroof in the higher variants and even a Level 2 ADAS suite. 
• Near the new auto-dimming IRVM is a unit that houses buttons for BlueLink connectivity, SOS, and towing support. 
• Now, the EX (O) variant comes with a panoramic sunroof and LED reading lamps, while the SX Premium variants get more features. 
• The carmaker has also updated the existing SX (O) variant of the mid-size SUV with new features. 
• It benefits from a rain sensor, scooped seats, and a wireless charging pad in the second row. 

Powertrain 

• Currently, the Hyundai Creta is available with both petrol and diesel powertrains. 
• In fact, the Hyundai Creta is offered with the same set of engines as before, including a 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. 
• The 1.5-litre NA petrol is tuned to produce 113bhp and 144Nm of torque. 
• On the other hand, the 1.5-litre diesel mill develops 114bhp and 250Nm of torque. 
• And then, there's the most powerful turbo-petrol motor that belts out 158bhp and 253Nm of torque. 
• The transmission duties are handled by either a six-speed manual, six-speed automatic, seven-speed DCT, or a CVT (IVT) unit.