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Hyundai Creta
The segment-defining mid-size SUV: an easy cabin, a smooth CVT, average crash scores.
On sale ₹10.91 lakh – ₹17.2 lakh Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Price
- ₹10.91 lakh – ₹17.2 lakh
- Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Mileage
- 17 kmpl
- Engine
- 1497 cc
- Power
- 113 bhp
- Torque
- 144 Nm
- Height
- 1660 mm
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
- Seats
- 5
- Boot space
- 433 L
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Gearbox
- Manual / CVT
Price
Ex-showroom price
₹10.91 lakh - ₹17.2 lakh
Delhi NCR
Launched January 2025
Range spread ₹10.91 lakh – ₹17.2 lakh
Hyundai Creta variant prices
| Variant | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| E petrol manual 17-inch wheels · Manual AC | ₹10.91 lakh |
| EX petrol manual Touchscreen infotainment · Cruise control | ₹12.3 lakh |
| SX petrol manual Six airbags · Rear parking camera | ₹14.2 lakh |
| SX(O) petrol manual Ventilated seats · 360-degree camera | ₹15.9 lakh |
| SX(O) IVT petrol cvt Continuously variable automatic · Dual screens | ₹17.2 lakh |
Prices are ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates — not official or live quotations. Confirm current prices with the manufacturer and a dealer.
Mileage and fuel use
Published mileage
17 km/l
Fuel economy varies with traffic, speed, load, road conditions and maintenance. A published figure is not a promise of real-world consumption.
Performance and powertrain
Engine
1497 cc · 4 cylinders
- Maximum power
- 113 bhp at 6300 rpm
- Maximum torque
- 144 Nm at 4500 rpm
Specifications
Engine and performance
| Engine | 1497 cc, 4-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Max power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm |
| Max torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm |
| Mileage | 17 kmpl |
| Gearbox | Manual / Cvt |
Chassis and safety
| Seat capacity | 5 persons |
|---|---|
| Boot space | 433 litres |
| Suspension | MacPherson strut front, torsion beam rear |
| Brakes | Ventilated disc front, drum rear |
| Tyres | 215/60 R17 |
| Safety equipment | Six airbags on top trims; three-star Global NCAP adult score |
Dimensions
| Length | 4300 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1790 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm |
Figures without a named source document are unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates, not official specifications. Confirm current numbers with the manufacturer.
What to know about the Creta
The Creta is the default shortlist entry in its segment because it offends nobody. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol makes 113 bhp, the cabin is laid out with the logic of a much more expensive car, the seats are wide, and the controls fall to hand without a learning curve. It is a car that flatters the buyer who wants to stop comparing spec sheets.
The continuously variable automatic is the other half of the appeal. There is no shift to think about in traffic, the engine is quiet at walking pace, and Hyundai’s service reach means ownership rarely involves a surprise beyond routine maintenance. With the rear bench in place there are 433 litres of boot, more than the footprint suggests, and the ride is compliant in a way that suits Indian surfaces.
The trade-offs are character and structure. The naturally aspirated engine has no turbo shove, so a highway overtake at 90 km/h with the car loaded needs the kickdown and a good stretch of clear road, and the three-star Global NCAP score is the number rivals will quote at you in the showroom. Neither flaw is new, and neither has dented sales.
- CVT automatic suits city use
- Double 10.25-inch screens
- Powered, ventilated front seats
Features
Convenience
- 360-degree camera
- Ventilated front seats
- Wireless phone charging
- Powered driver seat
Interior
- Dual 10.25-inch displays
- Bose audio
- Air purification system
- Ambient lighting
Safety
- Six airbags
- Electronic stability control
- Vehicle-to-all features
- Tyre pressure monitoring
Pros and cons
What we like
- The easiest cabin in the segment to live with
- CVT suits city traffic well
- Service network and parts supply are strong
What we would change
- Naturally aspirated engine lacks mid-range shove
- Three-star crash score trails the Tata alternatives
- Options add up quickly on the top trim
Our review
Our verdict
4.1/5
Overall score across 7 rated dimensions
MotoSutra editorial rating: 4.1 out of 5
Lowest rated
Safety
3.2/5
Build quality, safety features & ratings
- Performance Power, acceleration & driving dynamics 3.7/5 Good
- Features Tech, convenience & equipment 4.4/5 Very strong
- Design Looks, presence & styling 4.2/5 Very strong
- Safety Build quality, safety features & ratings 3.2/5 Average
- Interior Space, materials & practicality 4.3/5 Very strong
- Efficiency Mileage / range & running costs 4.0/5 Very strong
- Comfort Ride quality & long-drive comfort 4.2/5 Very strong
The Creta is the correct choice for a family that wants the least-friction car it can buy at this money, and it is the wrong choice for a buyer who reads the specification sheet for thrills. Take the SX(O) at ₹15.90 lakh, decline the top trim’s extras, and the value argument finally lands.
MotoSutra editorial rating on a 5-point scale. Rated across 7 dimensions; unscored dimensions are omitted.
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What is the Hyundai Creta price?
This listing places the 1.5-litre petrol Creta between ₹10.91 lakh and ₹17.20 lakh ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, with the CVT on the top SX(O) trim.
What mileage does the Creta give?
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Six airbags, stability control and tyre pressure monitoring appear on the upper trims here, but the structure carries a three-star Global NCAP adult score, which is behind the Tata alternatives in this segment.
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