550 Hyundai Cretas sold daily in 2025: Decoding Creta’s success recipe

By Sandy Verma On Jan 1, 2026

Hyundai Motor India has achieved a major sales milestone with the Creta, as the popular mid-size SUV recorded its highest-ever annual sales in a single calendar year. In 2025, Hyundai sold over 2 lakh units of the Creta, translating to an average of around 550 vehicles being sold every day.This milestone also marks 10 years of the Creta brand in India. Over the past decade, the SUV has steadily grown its footprint in one of the country’s most competitive segments, registering a compound annual growth rate of over 9 percent between 2016 and 2025. With a market share of more than 34 percent in the mid-size SUV space, the Creta continues to lead the segment. Here’s a quick look at why this model stands out.

Why is the Hyundai Creta so popular in India?

Since its introduction, the Creta has consistently been the highest-selling mid-size SUV in India in every completed year. Hyundai currently offers the Creta with multiple powertrain options, including a 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine, a 1.5-litre turbo GDi petrol engine and a 1.5-litre U2 CRDi diesel engine. Depending on the variant, these engines are paired with a range of transmission options such as a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Creta range also includes an electric version/In terms of output, the naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 115 hp, the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol delivers 160 hp, while the 1.5-litre diesel develops 116 hp. This wide spread of engine choices allows the Creta to cater to buyers with varying needs.

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The Creta’s appeal is further strengthened by its feature-rich cabin. The SUV offers spacious interiors with ample room for passengers and luggage. Depending on the trim, it comes equipped with features such as large touchscreens, connected car technology, wireless charging, ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control and a Bose sound system. Safety and convenience are enhanced through Level 2 ADAS. On the design front, the Creta’s bold styling, LED lighting elements and strong road presence continue to resonate with Indian buyers looking for an SUV-like stance in a manageable size.In 2025, variants equipped with a sunroof accounted for more than 70 percent of Creta sales, underlining the growing demand for premium features in the segment. Diesel-powered versions continue to remain relevant as well, contributing 44 percent of the SUV’s overall sales.Combined with modern technology, multiple powertrain choices and competitive pricing, Hyundai Creta has positioned itself as an all-rounder in the mid-size SUV segment.