Hyundai Creta becomes India’s most favorite SUV

JATO Dynamics Limited, a global automotive data and business intelligence provider, has released the list of best-selling cars of 2024 so far. According to this report, Hyundai Creta has performed brilliantly and secured the number-1 position in the sub-compact SUV segment. So far this year, 1,87,200 units of Creta have been sold. If 13,000 more units are sold in December, the car will cross the sales milestone of 2 lakh units.

This is a big achievement for Hyundai, and the company also plans to introduce the electric model of Hyundai Creta at the India Mobility Global Expo in January 2025 to take this popularity further.

Hyundai Creta: Features and Specifications

1. Variants and Design

Hyundai Creta is offered in 7 variants:

• E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech, SX(O)

Talking about the E variant, its design is similar to other variants. In this:

• Hyundai logo in the middle with full grille.
• Inverted L-shaped LED DRLs (not connected in high-spec models).
• headlights:
  • Projector unit with halogen bulb for low beam.
  • Reflector setup for high beam.

2. Interior and Features

The interior of the E variant is similar to the other trims.

• Digital instrument cluster: Taken from i20 and Exter.
• Manual AC and USB ports: Both front and rear.
• Dashboard: Clean and practical.
• Central & Remote Locking: With Flip Key.
• Steering wheel: Basic, without audio controls.
• Dimmable IRVMs and Manual Adjustable ORVMs.

Comfort and Space:

• Front and rear armrest.
• 3-point seatbelts for all passengers.
• Adjustable headrests and fabric seats.
• Rear AC vent.

3. Engine and Performance

Hyundai Creta E is offered with two engine options:

1. NA petrol engine.
2. Diesel engine.

• Both engines are paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

4. Safety and Technology

Hyundai Creta has level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and more than 70 advanced features.

• Safety: Passes 11 safety tests.
• Infotainment system: Not in E variant, but present in other trims.

Competition and market position

Hyundai Creta competes with the following models in the Indian market:

1. MG Astor
2. Maruti Grand Vitara
3. Toyota Hyrider
4. Skoda Kushaq
5. Volkswagen Taigun
6. Honda Elevate
7. Citroën C3 Aircross

Future of Hyundai Creta: Eye on electric version

Hyundai is preparing to launch an electric version of Creta to take its popularity to new heights. This EV will be presented at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in January 2025. With this step the company will not only strengthen its portfolio but will also take a big step in the field of electric mobility.