Hyundai Creta Facelift Bookings Commence For Rs 25,000 Ahead of India Launch

The reservations for the Hyundai Creta Facelift are now open in India, with a nominal fee of Rs 25,000. Interested customers can now book the mid-size Hyundai SUV in advance at any Hyundai dealership across the nation or through the official website. Furthermore, the automaker says that those with reservations for the current Creta now have the option to convert them for the upcoming 2024 model. Apart from the bookings, the automaker has shed light on some aspects of its upcoming car. The SUV will be available in seven different variants — E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech, and SX (O), and three different engines along with four different gearbox choices. The upcoming vehicle will feature a variety of comfort features and technologies, as well as the automaker's 'Sensuous Sportiness' global design language. While there is still time for a price announcement, the new Hyundai SUV is expected to command a significant premium over the current model, which costs Rs 10.87 lakh (ex-showroom).

Sharing his thoughts on the bookings open announcement, Mr. Tarun Garg, COO, of Hyundai Motor India Ltd., said, “Brand Creta is not just an SUV, it is an emotion. Over the past 8 years, every 3rd midsize* SUV sold in our country has been a Creta, a huge testament to the profound trust and love this brand has garnered among Indian customers. Despite the intensifying competition, Creta has maintained its unrivalled segment leadership, becoming the highest-selling mid-size SUV with over 9.5 lakh delighted customers enjoying the SUV life.''

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He further added ''Redeveloping a product that is so deeply cherished and successful poses its own set of challenges. However, here at Hyundai, we embrace challenges and strive to set higher and higher benchmarks. Today, I am thrilled to announce the commencement of bookings for the new Hyundai CRETA, poised to make waves in the industry once again with its bold, confident, new design and segment-defining hi-tech, comfort, and convenience features.”

Hyundai Creta Facelift: Mechanical and Design Specifics 

Three engine options will be available for the next mid-size Hyundai SUV: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated gasoline engine, a 1.5-litre diesel motor, and a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit. Additionally, there will be four gearbox options on offer: a 6-speed manual, an IVT, a 7-speed DCT, and a 6-speed automatic. 

The upcoming SUV's exterior highlights include a new radiator grille, unique Horizon LED Positioning lamp & DRLs, Quad beam LED headlamp, and six monochromatic paint options —Robust Emerald Pearl (New), Fiery Red, Ranger Khaki, Abyss Black, Atlas White, Titan Grey, as well as, one dual-tone color option — Atlas White with Black Roof.

Hyundai claims that there is plenty of room inside the cabin for unmatched comfort and convenience. A 360-degree camera, a fully digital instrument cluster, a bigger infotainment screen, and other technologies will all be included. 

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Hyundai Creta Facelift: Market Rivals 

The forthcoming midsize Hyundai car will face competition from the Kia Seltos, the MG Astor, the Honda Elevate, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, the Skoda Kushaq, and the Volkswagen Taigun. As mentioned, market reports suggest that the car's ex-showroom price is likely to be around Rs 10.50 lakh.