Hyundai Creta Facelift Spotted in India for the First Time, Shows New Alloy Wheels

The current-generation Hyundai Creta made its debut at the 2020 Auto Expo and has been on sale since then. And now, Hyundai is working on the new-generation Creta SUV, which is expected to make its market entry next year (probably in February 2024). While the launch of the updated model is still months away, a test mule of the Hyundai Creta facelift was recently spotted testing near the Natrax facility, outside Indore, in Madhya Pradesh. This is the first time that the India-spec Hyundai Creta facelift has been spied testing on Indian roads. Largely the SUV was under wraps; however, we did get a glimpse of its vertical LED headlight cluster and new alloy wheels. 

The Hyundai Creta facelift is largely inspired by the Hyundai Palisade SUV. The headlamp and the DRL (daytime running light) positioning are more in line with a family design language sported by most Hyundai SUVs. Besides, the SUV can also be seen wearing a new set of alloy wheels as found on the Alcazar. Size-wise, the wheels appear to be 18-inch units.

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Furthermore, there are also wing-mirror-mounted cameras, indicating that the carmaker could offer a 360-degree camera with the SUV. Apart from these visible updates, expect the facelifted version to also feature an all-new grille with a parametric jewel pattern, a redesigned tailgate with boomerang-shaped LED taillamps, a new bumper, etc.  

Hyundai Creta Facelift: Interior Details

Hyundai has not given a glimpse of the interior. However, speculations are rife that the interior of the SUV is likely to receive upgrades in the form of a new dashboard design, refreshed seat upholstery, and a digital instrument cluster. In addition, the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) features and a 4-spoke steering wheel with paddle shifters are also highly likely. 

Hyundai Creta Facelift: Powertrain Details

In terms of powertrain, the Creta facelift is likely to get a new 1.5-litre petrol engine and an updated 1.5-litre diesel engine option. Other than these engine options, a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol option, which was introduced with the new Verna, is also on the cards. For handling transmission duties, the SUV could come mated to a manual, DCT, automatic, or perhaps an iMT gearbox option.  

Hyundai Creta Facelift: Rivals & Other Details

Expect the Hyundai Creta facelift to go on sale next year in the Indian market. Once launched, it will be Hyundai's answer to the likes of the Skoda Kushaq, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, the MG Astor, the upcoming Kia Seltos, the Toyota Hyryder, etc. Price-wise, the SUV could range between Rs 11 lakh and Rs 18 lakh. Prices are ex-showroom.

Hyundai unveiled the Creta SUV way back in 2016. Subsequently, it was given a facelift and showcased in 2020 at the Auto Expo. For those unaware, the Creta became the first SUV model from the house of Hyundai to undergo ASEAN NCAP testing under the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 evaluation process. As a result, it achieved a full 5-star rating in crash tests. The Hyundai Creta facelift scored 34.72 points for adult safety, 15.56 points for child occupant safety, 14.08 points for safety assist, and 11.42 points for motorcyclist protection.

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Upcoming Hyundai Exter SUV: Launch Details

In other news, Hyundai recently flagged off the assembly of the Exter SUV at its manufacturing facility in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. The car is the company's smallest sport utility vehicle. It will be launched in India on July 10 with one petrol engine and one CNG option on offer. The automotive manufacturer rolled out the first unit of the Exter SUV in the signature Ranger Khaki colour. Additionally, the Hyundai Exter will also be offered in Atlas White, Fiery Red, Titan Grey, and Starry Night colour options.

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