2015 The journey to Crete started from
The Hyundai Creta was first launched in India on 21 July 2015. Initially, 1.6-litre petrol, 1.4-litre diesel and 1.6-litre diesel engine options were offered. The attractive SUV design, high seating position, automatic transmission and features made this car popular in a short span of time. Its annual sales crossed 1 lakh units in FY 2018.
Major changes in new generation and features
The second generation of Creta was introduced in March 2020. It gets a new exterior design, updated cabin and 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines along with a 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine option. The panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, connected technology and various automatic transmissions make the car more attractive.
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A major facelift was introduced in January 2024. The interior gets a facelift with a new grille, connected LED lighting, updated dashboard and 2 10.25-inch displays. Select variants get a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS. The Creta N Line was also introduced in March 2024 with sporty looks and revised suspension.
Creta Electric increases choice
Hyundai introduced the Creta Electric in early 2025. It has 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh battery options, with an ARAI-certified range of 420 km and 510 km respectively. The larger battery version gets 169 hp of power. Features like vehicle-to-load facility and Level 2 ADAS are also provided.
Various options like petrol, diesel, turbo petrol and electric, comfortable cabin and modern features have been important behind the Creta’s popularity. Sales of 1,18,092 units in FY2022 reached 1,94,871 units in FY2025. Now the next generation Creta is likely to arrive next year, and it may get strong hybrid technology. But there is no official announcement from the company yet.
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 Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: How many total sales of Hyundai Creta in India?
Answer: Hyundai Creta has sold a total of 15,12,036 units in India since July 2015. In FY 2026, the company recorded record sales of 2,01,921 units.
Question 2: What is the driving range of Hyundai Creta Electric?
Answer: The Hyundai Creta Electric comes with 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh battery options. Their ARAI-certified driving ranges are 420 km and 510 km respectively.
Question 3: Will the new generation Hyundai Creta come in a hybrid version?
Answer: The next generation Hyundai Creta is likely to be launched in 2027. This model may get strong hybrid technology, but the company has not made an official announcement about it yet.