KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Hyundai Creta 2024 price starts at Rs.10.99 lakhs
- Comes with 3 powertrain options, an NA petrol, Turbo petrol, and a diesel mill
- Offers a rich set of features like Panoramic sunroof, ADAS, ventilated seats, and more
Hyundai Creta has been around in the Indian car scene since 2014 and since then, it has killed a lot of competition in its segment and even the cross-segment similar-priced models. This year, the brand has launched the Creta facelift with radical exterior and interior updates. Let's delve into the first look review of this ever-loved compact SUV. But before that, if you are still not a part of our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all avid petrolheads, you are missing out on the extensive coverage of the latest news and insights from the automotive space.
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2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift: Exterior
The front of the updated Hyundai Creta has received a significant makeover, featuring a bold new grille adorned with intricate parametric designs as Hyundai describes them. The refreshed lighting configuration includes distinctive LED Daytime Running Lights, sequential turn signals, and a light bar positioned above the grille.
The main quad LED headlamps are now integrated lower into the bumper, adding to the vehicle's modern appearance. Additionally, the new scuff plates contribute to the overall design, giving the updated Creta a more angular and striking front profile.
The side profile of the 2024 Creta remains largely unchanged, with the only distinguishing feature being the updated alloy wheels. However, the rear of the vehicle has been notably redesigned.
The 2024 Creta now sports a more angular rear design, complete with full LED tail lamps and a wide LED light bar that creates a distinctive new lighting signature. The rear update ensures the new Creta stands apart from its predecessor, the bumper at the rear completes the profile with an aesthetic look while sitting in complete harmony with the design philosophy.
Interior And Features
Hyundai has significantly revamped the Cretas interior with its latest update, featuring a new dashboard design that integrates a 10.25-inch touchscreen and a matching 10.25-inch digital drivers display, both adapted from the Alcazar. This sleek setup aligns with contemporary design trends, offering a clean, bezel-free look that enhances the cabins spacious feel.
The front seats are comfortable and get ventilation on higher trims and visibility from the drivers seat is good, providing a clear view of the road. At the rear, the most notable update is the addition of two USB Type-C ports.
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The rear passenger area continues to offer generous legroom and sufficient width for three adults to travel comfortably. When only two passengers are there, you get a generous handrest with cup holders for a much more convenient drive. The rear backrest features a two-step adjustment, and rear passengers benefit from cushioned headrests and sunshades for added convenience. The middle-row passenger will miss an adjustable headrest.
The Creta remains a standout in its segment with an impressive array of features designed for comfort and convenience. It includes a power-adjustable drivers seat, ventilated front seats, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, a dual-zone climate control system, traction control, wireless charger, ambient lighting, an air purifier, an electric parking brake, Bose sound system, a 360-degree camera, connected tech features and a panoramic sunroof.
Engine Details
The 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift brings a fresh powertrain option to the lineup, introducing a 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine sourced from the Verna. This engine is paired solely with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The facelifted Creta offers a range of engine choices: a naturally aspirated petrol engine delivering 115 PS and 144 Nm, a turbocharged petrol option with 160 PS and 253 Nm, and a diesel engine producing 116 PS and 250 Nm.
Verdict
The Hyundai Creta has a position in market that will be a next to impossible task to attain for any otherSUV in the space. Although there are some new solid players in the segment, the synonymity of Creta with the compact SUV space, coupled with a enriched cabin, an elegant exteriors and the engine refinement keeps it at the helm of the space. And to top it off, the extensive dealership network adds to the mass appeal even more.