The Hyundai Creta has been a dominant force in the Indian compact SUV market since its launch in 2015. Now, for 2024, the Creta gets a mid-cycle facelift, bringing refreshed styling, a techier interior, and potentially new powertrain options. But with fierce competition from rivals like the Kia Seltos, MG Astor, and Skoda Kushaq, can the Creta hold onto its crown? Let’s take a closer look.
Sharper Looks:
The most noticeable change is the exterior design. The 2024 Creta facelift gets a sleeker and more modern look with a wider grille, redesigned headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights, and a new bumper with angular air intakes. The rear also gets updated taillights with a new signature design and a redesigned bumper. Overall, the facelift gives the Creta a more sophisticated and confident presence on the road.
Tech-Savvy Interior:
Inside, the 2024 Creta facelift gets a major tech upgrade. The biggest change is the new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system that replaces the current 8-inch unit. This new system is based on Hyundai’s latest BlueLink 5.0 connectivity suite and supports voice commands, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and connected car services. There’s also a new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster that can be customized to display a variety of information. The overall cabin ambience is further enhanced by premium materials and a panoramic sunroof (on select trims).
Powertrain Options:
Hyundai India hasn’t officially confirmed the powertrain options for the 2024 Creta facelift yet, but we expect them to be similar to the current model. This means a choice of 1.5-liter petrol engines with 115bhp or 140bhp, a 1.5-liter diesel engine with 115bhp, and a 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol engine with 140bhp (available on the Creta SX (O) trim). All engines are mated to a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is available depending on the engine and trim level.
Features and Safety:
The 2024 Creta facelift comes packed with features like ventilated front seats, a heads-up display (on select trims), a 360-degree camera, cruise control, automatic climate control, and a tyre pressure monitoring system. On the safety front, the Creta facelift is expected to come standard with six airbags, ABS with EBD, and electronic stability control.
New Hyundai Creta 2024 Rivals and Price:
The 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift will face stiff competition from a number of popular compact SUVs, including the Kia Seltos, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq, and Volkswagen Taigun. Prices for the current Creta start at around INR 10.6 lakh (ex-showroom) in India, so we expect the facelifted model to be priced similarly.
Verdict:
The 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift is a welcome update to a popular compact SUV. The sharper styling, tech-savvy interior, and potentially new features make it an even more compelling option for buyers in this segment. However, the competition is fierce, and rivals like the Kia Seltos and MG Astor offer similar features and competitive pricing. The final verdict will depend on the official powertrain options, confirmed specifications, and price revealed by Hyundai.
Overall, the New Hyundai Creta 2024 facelift looks promising, but it remains to be seen whether it can retain its dominance in the face of increasingly competitive rivals. We’ll be waiting for Hyundai’s official announcement to make a final judgment.
