As we said before, the next-gen Hyundai Creta is the most awaited mid-size SUV of the year 2020 and with the launch date near to March 16, we will be telling you the five things about the vehicle. Once launched, the Creta will compete with the likes of Kia Seltos, Tata Harrier, Nissan Kicks, Mahindra XUV500 and MG Hector.
Exteriors
The biggest blow is the exteriors which now scream for attention. The split headlight design inspired from the Venue adds a bit of practicality and futuristic design approach. Also, the signature cascading grille has now grown in size and with the usage of chrome, it looks premium.
Moving onto the side, the most noticeable change is the new dual-tone diamond-cut alloy wheels. We've shared an exclusive story that the Creta will be offered in four-wheel design - two alloy and two steel wheels. The top-spec SX and SX(O) are reserved for alloy wheels only. The rear profile also follows a split taillight design. To make the look sportier, Hyundai has used faux brushed aluminium design in silver finish at the front and rear bumper.
Interiors
Hyundai Creta has always been an overpriced SUV and despite that fact, the popularity of this car has known no value. Such that, it has become a brand in itself. And come to 2020 Creta, Hyundai has loaded up the SUV with the latest technologies and features.
The SUV gets a larger touchscreen infotainment system, BlueLink technology, huge panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, two-step rear seat reclining, 17.78 cm supervision cluster with digital display and among others are some of the features the SUV gets.
Engine
With the BS6 emission coming ahead, Hyundai has ditched the existing 1.6L petrol and 1.4L, 1.6L diesel engines for a cleaner 1.5L petrol and diesel engines which are borrowed from Kia Seltos. Also, a powerful 1.4L turbo petrol engine too is on offer.
Sharing more details, both the naturally aspirated petrol and turbocharged diesel engine makes 115 bhp with a peak torque of 144 Nm and 250 Nm respectively. Transmission sticks to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard and for the automatic, the petrol is offered with an IVT gearbox and diesel in a 6-speed AT.
The more powerful 1.4L turbo petrol engine makes 140 bhp with 242 Nm of peak torque. It gets a 7-speed DCT as standard. Please note, Kia offers a 6-speed manual gearbox too for the turbo petrol variant.
Safety Features
The safety on the 2020 Hyundai Creta is not compromised as it gets Six airbags ( side and curtain included), Electronic Parking Brake, Antilock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Hill Assist Control, ISOFIX mount child seats, Rear Disc Brakes, Rear Parking Sensors and among others.
Price
As of now, the prices for the new-gen Creta has not been announced but we expect it to stick the same like before. The pre-lift model used to go up on sale at Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It'll be interesting to see how this SUV competes with Kia Seltos since they're based on the same platform. The latter has been eating Creta sales for a long time now.
