Hyundai Creta: The sub-four meter compact SUV space in India has seen a complete upheaval in the last 10 years going from being just another segment18/5/2020 to the most heated automotive segment in the market for us.
In this environment of swarm, the Creta has been a segment stalwart since it arrived here in 2015.
And now, with a complete design refresh, Hyundai intends to further sweeten the deal with the Creta for the Indian family desiring the perfect cocktail of style, practicality and technology.
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Hyundai Creta The Evolution of an Icon
Design & Appearance The facelifted Hyundai Creta has already become the most extensive updated version that has been ever been made on the Indian market. But the overall size is kept designed to be fit for city driving, Hyund
The front grille is wider and larger and is connected by split LED headlamps. This parametric jewel pattern grille gives Creta a distinguished look on Indian roads.
The new bumper gets fog lamps laid out in angular housing, which adds to its more aggressive stance.
Family-Friendly Details
‘With Indian families who wants style with substance at heart, Hyundai has added lots of thoughtfulness in the new Creta such as:
Revamped Wheels: New claw-mark alloys of 14-inch wheels add some sportiness without losing durability
More pronounced shoulder lines that run along the side profile to give the impression of motion while standing still.
Linked LED tail lights that run the full breadth over the tailgate providing the impression of width and solidity
A floating roof style that can be customized with available dual-tone color combinations aimed at family members that keep age in mind
Enhanced ground clearance to tackle tough urban and rural road conditions with confidence
Reconceived Cabin to Accommodate the Family
The new Creta, on the inside, improves the comfort quotient for all passengers with ergonomics, quality of materials and space redone to make the experience nicer.
The dashboard components have been redesigned from scratch with easy of use practicality in mind and minimal visual distractions.
Central to the cabin is a new integrated digital display featuring the instrument cluster and infotainment system beneath one glass panel. This new form of interior design is creating a luxurious atmosphere, which otherwise only passengers in vehicles from higher segments can experience.
Family convenience is a focus with:
Comfortable rear seat cushioning with well-angled cut that is designed to accommodate riders on the long haul
Better filtering systems of cabin air for cleaner air inside the cars
A variety of charging stations just about everywhere in the cabin for plugging in devices for all your passengers
Upgraded storage options such as larger door pockets and center console storage.
Acoustic upgrades that make for a quieter ride in the cabin, for improved talkability
The Technology That Brings Families Together
In a departure from the past, where Hyundai cars had developed reputation for lagging behind competition in terms of tech features, the new Creta is keen in striking a chord with tech-savvy Indian families.
The advanced BlueLink system now provides more than 60 connected features that can be accessed via smartphone app:
Other available features include climate pre-conditioning w/remote control and remote engine start.
Track the vehicle whereabouts and set up geo-fencing alerts
Voice guidance and points of interest search
Calendar synchronisation together with the journey planning
Numerous user profiles so that all family members can personalize their play settings
Safety as a Cornerstone
And when it comes to family cars, safety is still a non-negotiable. Supplementing the solid safety reputation of the previous Creta, the new model adds more active and passive safety features.
Increased stiffness for the body with more high-strength steel
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Driver-Assist Technologies such as Lane-Keeping and Forward Collision Warning
360-degree camera functionality for better parking experience
Electronic stability control and hill start assist are standard.
For Every Family Purpose Powertrains
Considering the fact that Indian families have varied driving needs, Hyundai has a range of powertrain options to suit with the new Creta:
The citycommuting frugal 1.5 litre normally aspirated petrol mill
This a responsive 1.5 litre turbocharged diesel engine for those regularly making long distance highway trips .
For a leaf out of the enthusiasts book there’s the lively 1.4 litre turbocharged petrol unit and if you don’t even want to sacrifice any excitement to your driving then you.
Manual transmissions, intelligent variable transmissions, and dual-clutch automatic gearboxes are mated to these engine options, so families can select the combination best-suited for their driving tastes and budget needs.
Hyundai Creta Market Response and Prospects
Early response indicates that the new Creta’s family-focused revamp has struck a chord with its core audience. Dealers say they have noticed interest especially from people upgrading from hatchbacks and sedans, who are looking at the Creta for its added versatility and road presence.
According to industry analysts also the compact SUV segment is keeping new entries but Hyundai’s strategy of periodic full-model changes paid off with the Creta reflecting its relevance&úDig9araq for the ever-changing consumer tastes and preferences.
As the families in India continue to lay emphasis on a vehicle which can be a daily commuter as well as an ideal weekend getaway companion, the new Creta looks set to still be at the core of Hyundai’s strategies for its single largest market in the world.
