KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Hyundai Creta becomes the highest-selling car in March 2025
- With 18.059 units sold in March, Q4 of FY 2024-2025 (JanMar), sales stood at 52,898 units.
- Comes in both ICE and EV powertrain options
The Hyundai Creta, ever since its launch back in 2015, has been taking over the space; in fact, it created a whole new segment altogether, making SUVs the first choice of most buyers in recent times. And to top it off, the Creta has been crowned the best-selling car in India in March 2025 with 18.059 units sold. Let's look at some interesting stats about this nation's favourite SUV, but before that, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to never miss out on any latest news and automotive updates.
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Hyundai Creta Outsells Every Other Car In March
Hyundai Motor India has achieved record sales for its popular Hyundai Creta SUV, registering 18,059 units sold in March 2025. The company also reported a total of 52,898 Creta sales in the fourth quarter of FY2024- 25. Notably, a significant 69 percent of Creta customers preferred variants equipped with a sunroof, while the top-end trims accounted for 24 percent of the total sales. Additionally, 38 percent of all Cretas sold featured connected car technology.
Speaking on the milestone, Mr. Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India Ltd., said: 'The Hyundai Creta continues to set new benchmarks in Indias automotive landscape. Its consistent brand leadership in the SUV segment and now as the highest-selling model in March 2025 is a symbol of the strong emotional bond it shares with Indian customers. With over 1.2 million Cretas on Indian roads and a decade of trust behind it, Hyundai CRETA has become a symbol of innovation, aspiration, and reliability. Charged with Hyundai Creta, the share of SUVs in HMIL's total sales increased to 68.5% in FY2024- 25 as compared to 63.2% in the previous year. The launch of Creta Electric has further expanded the brand's appeal, paving the way for a
more sustainable future. We remain committed to delivering vehicles that delight and inspire our customers.'
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ICE And EV Spells Charm
The Hyundai Creta offers a diverse range of powertrain options including both EV and ICE options. Buyers can choose from a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 115 PS and 144 Nm of torque, available with a 6-speed manual or a CVT transmission. For those seeking more power, there's a 1.5-liter turbo petrol engine generating 160 PS and 253 Nm of torque, offered with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT. Finally, a 1.5-liter diesel engine provides 116 PS and 250 Nm of torque, coupled with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
As for the electric avatar, the standard Creta Electric delivers 135 PS of power and 200 Nm of torque, powered by a 42 kWh battery pack offering a claimed range of 390 km. For those seeking extended range, the Hyundai Creta Electric Long Range variant provides a more powerful 171 PS output while maintaining 200 Nm of torque, utilizing a larger 51.4 kWh battery that boasts a claimed range of 473 km.
Verdict
Hyundai, which was once known for its small hatch, the Santro Xing, pivoted in a big way to being a major SUV player in the compact segment. What Creta has done for the brand, very few models have achieved it so far, especially creating a whole new category and aided in its mass acceptance. And no doubt, the SUV is a pretty good package with almost everything buyers want, leaving a lot less to be desired.
