Category Average: 1497.0 cc
Creta: 1482.0 - 1497.0 cc
Category Average: 18.22 kmpl
Creta: 17.4-21.8 kmpl
Category Average: 130.35 bhp
Creta: 113.0 - 158.0 bhp
The Hyundai Creta has been a dominant name in the compact SUV segment in India since its 2015 market debut. Over the years, it has gained a strong customer base due to numerous factors including exterior design, a spacious cabin, an extensive feature list, and multiple options for the engine and gearbox. The latest iteration of the Hyundai Creta, launched in January 2024, continues to build on these strengths. While it does not offer a strong hybrid powertrain like some of its competitors, the Creta remains a preferred choice for families due to its practicality for both city and highway commutes. Having crossed the milestone of selling 10 lakh units in India, it has cemented itself as a key player in the segment.
The 2024 Hyundai Creta is available within a broad price range that starts at ₹11.10 lakh, ex-showroom for the base Creta 1.5 MPi MT E - Petrol variant. The top-of-the-line model is the Creta 1.5 CRDi AT SX(O) Knight Dual Tone - Diesel, priced at ₹20.41 lakh, ex-showroom. The 1.5-litre diesel mill is available from ₹12.68 lakh, ex-showroom. The petrol unit with the automatic gearbox is available from ₹15.96 lakh, ex-showroom. The diesel unit with the same starts at ₹15.50 lakh, ex-showroom.
The Creta was first launched in India in 2015, and it has gained a cult-like status ever since. The latest generation of the Hyundai Creta was launched in India in January 2024. The updated model introduced new design elements and additional features. The update also included an advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) suite while retaining the key aspects that have contributed to its popularity. In February 2024, Hyundai announced that the Creta SUV crossed the 10 lakh cumulative sales milestone.
The 2024 Hyundai Creta is available in six single-tone colour options - Robust Emerald Pearl, Fiery Red, Ranger Khaki, Abyss Black, Atlas White, Titan Grey and one dual-tone colour option – Atlas White with Abyss Black roof. The Hyundai Creta is also available in seven broad variants - E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech, and SX (O).
The 2024 Hyundai Creta retains its overall proportions but introduces a redesigned front grille, updated tail light designs, and a refreshed design for the alloy wheels. Inside, the Creta's cabin layout has been updated, featuring a redesigned dashboard. The infotainment system and instrument cluster have been given an upgraded interface in an attempt to enhance user experience. One of the most significant updates to the Creta is the inclusion of ADAS, which aims to provide an additional layer of active safety and driving assistance features.
The Hyundai Creta continues to be offered with petrol and diesel engine options, with the addition of a new 1.5-litre Turbo GDi petrol engine. This engine has been previously fitted in other Hyundai models but makes its debut in the Creta with the 2024 update. Transmission options available across the lineup include a six-speed manual transmission, IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission), a seven-speed DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission), and a six-speed automatic transmission.
ARAI-claimed mileage for the Hyundai Creta diesel is 19 kmpl. The petrol unit gives an ARAI-claimed mileage of 17.4 kmpl. Real-world fuel economy figures may vary depending on road conditions and driving style.
The Hyundai Creta brings an unladen ground clearance of 190 mm. Its boot space stands at a claimed 433 litres.
The Hyundai Creta is a five-seater compact SUV.
The Hyundai Creta is equipped with a range of safety features, including six airbags as standard, ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Control, and an ADAS suite offering additional driver assistance functions. These features enhance both active and passive safety, positioning the Creta as a well-rounded choice in its segment.
The Hyundai Creta competes in the highly competitive compact SUV segment in India. Its primary rivals include the Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Tata Harrier, Mahindra Scorpio-N, MG Hector, Volkswagen Taigun, and Skoda Kushaq.
Hyundai Creta has been the alpha wolf in the herd of mid-size SUV space that has grown by leaps and bounds in terms of options in the past several years. Launched way back in 2015, there are over a million units of the Hyundai Creta on Indian roads. And thousands more being added each month. The model promises a whole lot but what it cannot claim to be is uncommon. So how can someone stand out from the crowd while still enjoying everything else that the Creta offers? Why, the Creta N Line of course.
Creta is the third model from Hyundai to have an N Line avatar, after i20 N Line and Venue N Line. N Line versions of both i20 and Venue form only a small portion of their overall and respective sales. The company says that over the three years since i20 N Line was launched, it has sold around 22,000 units of both N Line models combined. But it also adds that N Line models were never meant to be volume drivers, more to satiate the need to stand out of a select group of customers. And that group is likely to grow with the Creta N Line. Or at least that is what the Koreans expect.
So what does the Hyundai Creta N Line bring to the Indian market and for the Indian customer? Does it make sense over its own (comparatively) less-flashier twin? And are the updates purely cosmetic that can be fitted just as well in the after-market arena? These are just some of the many questions we sought to finds answers to during our day out with the SUV.
For the uninitiated, the N Line range of Hyundai models offer cosmetic updates on the outside body, cabin and some minor tweaks to suspension and steering setup. The Hyundai N Line models are different from Hyundai N cars which are focused primarily on significantly enhancing the performance capabilities. Hyundai N models are developed mainly for track-related driving, targeting authentic speed enthusiasts, and get major specifications' updates.
While there is no Hyundai N model in India at present, Creta N Line is promising to offer the stand out highlights in its own right.
The Hyundai Creta N Line retains most of the overall proportions, design and visual aesthetics of the 2024 Creta launched earlier this year. The differences may not be immediately obvious but also do not require a very close inspection. For starters, the Creta N Line comes with three single and three dual-tone options. In the range of single-tone colour options, a Matte grey shade is not just new to Creta but to Hyundai's India range at large.
N Line also brings Red strip accents all around the outer body of the Creta model which immediately underlines that this is not the ‘conventional’ Hyundai mid-size SUV. Now there is nothing radical about the accents and these can be easily added from an after-market shop as well. But either way - factory fitted or custom added, do add a touch of sporty visual appeal. Additionally, the Red shade finds its way on the brake calipers as well. Then there are minor updates to the front lip and bumper, and a dual-tip muffler at the back. The exhaust notes, however, are not as pronounced as on the Venue N Line and this is a downer for sure.
The biggest - and possibly best - update on the Creta N Line is that it stands on 18-inch wheels which elevates (no pun intended) its visual outlook from outside and ride position for the driver in the cabin. The diamond-cut alloys are striking and continue to go well with the overall design language of the vehicle. And if all of these updates are not enough, Hyundai has plonked a plethora of ‘N Line’ and ‘N’ badges everywhere - bumper, over the front wheel arch, on alloy hub and at the back.
The emphasis on the Red colour permeates to within the cabin of the Creta N Line as well. Now there may not be any feature additions - except for a dual dashcam on the upper variant, on the lines of what is on the Exter - or space improvements over the non N-Line version of the model but the idea is to offer a visual differentiation here as well.
There is a dash line in Red on the dashboard which stretches over the left-most air-conditioning vent, a prominent Red border around the entire stretch of the curved and connected infotainment and driver display screens, Red stitching on the gear knob, steering and seats, and even the piping on all seats is done in the same colour.
Once again, Hyundai has plonked the 'N Line' and ‘N’ symbols on every open space available - top of gear knob, bottom of the steering wheel, on the seats, floor mats and even the head cushions on the rear seats.
The Creta N Line comes only with one engine options but two transmission choices across the N8 and N10 variants. The 1.5-litre turbo petrol motor introduced on the Creta in January is carried forward to the N Line but the most significant update here is that it is now also paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, apart from the DCT. Remember, the Creta on its own does not offer a manual gearbox with the turbo petrol motor option.
On the move, the Creta N Line feels lighter on its feet even though the power output (158 bhp) and torque (253 Nm) figures are identical to what the regular Creta offers with this engine. Company officials say that the suspension set up has been marginally updated but the difference is hardly evident. What is, however, is the steering that is lighter and therefore more fun when navigating through busy city intersections.
On the flipside, there is no roar or grunt from the exhaust and enthusiasts would find the miss rather appalling. This more so because the Venue N Line does offer some aural excitement when pushing the pedal to the metal.
The Creta is a great proposition for most buyers in the mid-size SUV space but does the Creta N Line go well above and beyond? Not really. While it may be a safe assumption that this N Line will sell better than all other N Line models in the Indian market, the number is unlikely to be a significant portion of overall Creta sales figures.
Offered in N8 and N10 variants which both come with manual and automatic gearbox, the Creta N Line is tailormade for those who have finalised their decision to buy a Creta but now want their car to stand out from other Creta units on the road. For others, especially those who may not much care for the optics and others who are on a budget, the ‘conventional’ Creta ought to more than just suffice.
Rear AC Vents | Yes |
Airbags | Yes |
Body Type | SUV |
Max Torque | 144-253 Nm |
Keyless Entry | Yes |
Transmission | Manual,Automatic |
Mileage | 21.8 kmpl |
Engine | 1482-1497 cc |
Fuel Type | Petrol,Diesel |
Sunroof | Yes |
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₹11.11 Lakhs* | ₹16.93 Lakhs* | ₹14.99 Lakhs* | ₹14.59 Lakhs* | ₹16.75 Lakhs* | ₹11.42 Lakhs* |
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Airbags 6 | Airbags 6 | Airbags 6 | Airbags 2 | Airbags 2 | Airbags 6 |
Power 113 bhp | Power 158 bhp | Power 114 bhp | Power 121 bhp | Power 138 bhp | Power 91 bhp |
Torque 250 Nm | Torque 253 Nm | Torque 250 Nm | Torque 300 Nm | Torque 320 Nm | Torque 122 Nm |
Length 4330 mm | Length 4330 mm | Length 4560 mm | Length 4585 | Length 4390 mm | Length 4345 mm |
Height 1635 mm | Height 1635 mm | Height 1710 mm | Height 1774 | Height 2095 mm | Height 1645 mm |
Width 1790 mm | Width 1790 mm | Width 1800 mm | Width 1866 | Width 1865 mm | Width 1795 mm |
Turning Radius - | Turning Radius - | Turning Radius - | Turning Radius 5.25 | Turning Radius 6.3 metres | Turning Radius 5.4 metres |
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Transmission Manual, Automatic | Transmission Manual, Automatic | Transmission Manual, Automatic | Transmission Manual | Transmission Manual | Transmission Manual, Automatic |
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Hyundai Creta in India is available in Petrol & Diesel variants. Average mileage of Hyundai Creta's petrol variant is 17.4 kmpl (As claimed by the brand in ideal road conditions). Hyundai Creta E 1.5 Petrol comes with a 50 litres fuel tank.
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