The very next day we did a 1600 km road trip and the car performed without any fuss so I was a happy man.

BHPian Artyom recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

8600 Km since the last service and a 1600 Km trip upcoming I decided to get the service done to avoid any issues during the upcoming trip.

It did burn a hole in my pocket but again it's been 5 years so a few things had to be replaced proactively to ensure the vehicle performs optimally.

Update - 4th Paid Service

• Odo Reading- 40296 Km
• Date of Service- 26th March, 24
• Charges- 14932 + 5000 Inr

Items changed

• Engine Oil (Shell 5W30)
• Air Filter
• Cabin Filter
• Brake Pads ( I asked them if they should be replaced and they were confident it will still have 4-5k life left. I still went ahead with the replacement as I had a 1600 Km trip just the very next day and plus the servicing was anyway getting done.)
• Battery (The Battery report which was generated said "Bad and Replace" with a 78% state of health and 89% charging. Since a bad battery could affect other components also I thought of replacing it with an Amaron FLO. The replacement was done from outside.

Observations

• There was again some battery acid leak which spilled onto the transmission and caused a white deposit which upon pointing was cleaned thoroughly.
• Got 5W30 filled from the drum under my supervision followed by replacement.
• The OBD scan was performed and I am assuming it went OK as I wasn't there to see the results.
• For checking the battery health initially they used a Battery Tester and only upon insisting they performed a full battery check by using the machine.
• No Discount offered this time and the service alone without the Brake pad and Battery replacement would have cost me 10892 which I feel is higher.
• My Extended warranty expires in the next 3 months which means now I can get the vehicle serviced from outside as well provided they offer equivalent quality of service as the OEM consumables can be easily procured from MOBIS.
• This time I wanted to try Trident service centers but they don't procure Shell Fully Synthetic oil so that was a bummer.

Overall the Brake pad replacement and battery replacement did add to my service cost by an additional 8k+(3812 for Brake pads and 5k for the battery) but considering the vehicle is almost 5 years old and 40k run I don't mind it considering they anyways had to be replaced in near future. The very next day we did a 1600 Km trip and the vehicle performed without any fuss so I was a happy man.

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Elevate lacks in terms of features while others offer a good pack of features at an affordable price.

BHPian Petrolhead717 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hi my fellow members and bhpians,

In recent days I was in a research of a suv under 19L(on road),

My requirements are:

• 1.5L Petrol or diesel mated with a manual transmission
• Sunroof
• Alloy wheels
• Automatic climate control
• Front and rear armrest (rear armrest must bcoz this play huge role in decision making)
• It should last for 10 years+

In my head I have the

• Honda Elevate ZX
• Hyundai Creta S(O) P
• Kia Seltos HTX P
• Kia Sonet HTX+ D

Currently we have a 2018 Honda Amaze V Petrol MT done 69k, Honda is reliable, I VTEC is good and in comfort too.

My usage is going to church on Sunday, weekend shopping, weekly once going to the office. Yearly usage is more or less around 12k Kms.

Elevate lacks in terms of features while others offer a good pack of features at an affordable price.

My dear members, please share your opinion and thoughts which will be right one for my requirements.

Here's what BHPian model-T had to say on the matter:

My dad picked up a Kia Seltos HTK+(P) in March. The car drives well, has 6 airbags and almost all the bells and whistles. The new HTK+ also has a SunRoof which was missing in his car.

Your use case is 12K a year so does not warrant a Diesel. Petrol should work perfectly.

He picked up a 5 years warranty and service plan as well which I think was not very expensive (45XX I think, but will check).

This car makes the most sense according to me. You can also check the Hyundai Creta which is an almost identical car but the feature sets may/may not be the same. All the best for your search.

Here's what BHPian SoumenD had to say on the matter:

If sunroof is a must, Seltos/Creta or even Hyryder/GrandVitara makes more sense as they get the panoramic sunroof.

Rest reading about your existing car and other requirements, ELEVATE seems like a logical upgrade in every sense

Here's what BHPian 07CR had to say on the matter:

All the cars in your list will easily last 10+ years since they are from brands known for reliability.

My pick would be the Seltos HTK+ turbo iMT, if you have large adults in family. I have a DCT seltos facelift and the punch offered by 160 PS motor is very addictive. It's also fuel efficient and delivers around 12-13 in Pune traffic, which is similar to NA engine seltos.

But HTK+ misses out on the rear armrest and few more goodies compared to HTX. So you should consider if you want the added convenience of a clutchless manual and exhilirating performance of 160 PS motor or the more equipment friendly HTX 1.5 MT.

If you have relatively small size adults, you could also consider the Sonet HTX+ turbo iMT. It offers little more equipment than Seltos HTX and HTK+ and would save you around 2.3L or more.

I would avoid Elevate, since it lacks the premium experience and many missing features compared to other two options. Would also avoid Creta, since it's basically a Seltos with slightly softer suspension tune (at the cost of handling), and lesser equipment compared to Seltos.

I own a Sonet turbo iMT and Seltos DCT facelift. Will be happy to share more insights on either cars.

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Hyundai hasn’t disclosed the exact number of vehicles that are affected by this issue.

Hyundai has issued a recall for the Creta IVT over a faulty electronic oil pump (EOP) controller in India.

As per a message sent to customers, Hyundai is recalling the pre-facelift version of the 2nd-gen Creta for inspection and rectification of the IVT EOP Controller. The carmaker has also requested customers to get their vehicles inspected at the nearest Hyundai authorized dealer.

Hyundai hasn’t disclosed the exact number of vehicles that are affected by this issue. Owners can check if their Creta IVT is among those recalled by entering the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on Hyundai India’s official website.

Hyundai has promised to rectify the issue at no additional to the customer.

Thanks to BHPian Chhanda Das for sharing this information with other enthusiasts!

This is the first non manual car I am owning in life. It was a big relief especially in the notorious Mumbai traffic.

BHPian vimalvittaladas recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hyundai Adventure Edition (Petrol) IVT SX(O) . 22000 km review:

• The Vehicle: Creta AE IVT SX(O) Petrol
• Date of purchase: 06.10.2023
• ODO: 22235 as on date(15.03.2024)

Every single person have their own hobbies. And here I am who has a passion for driving. All of my road trips after the purchase of my very first vehicle way back in 2009 were meant to enjoy driving. Believe me, I never ever thought of the destinations because, rather than destination, my preference was driving. I spent unaccounted amount of time in driving seat, slept countless number of times in driver's seat in petrol bunks and spent huge amount of money in feeding my vehicles and maintaining them. People call me crazy which I thankfully acknowledge.

I started driving at the age of 27 and had been continuously driving for last 10 years(except 5 years of my foreign stay). After the recent trip I am happy to share that I have driven 500000 kms on Indian roads with my 5 vehicles I owned till date. I love all those 5 vehicles the most as each one of them served me the way I was expecting. I treated them as of my own family member with maintaining those as regular intervals, keeping those clean and enjoying every second I sat inside those.

A brief history of vehicles used:

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R VXI(Petrol) Manual:

The very first vehicle I owned was Maruti Suzuki WagonR, way back in 2009 while I was posted in Mumbai. The vehicle was used as a regular commuter in Mumbai from Borivali to BKC on a daily basis. Used the vehicle for 3 years with ODO standing at 134000 kms while I sold it. I did 4 trips to Kerala in those 3 years from Mumbai with my better half and my daughter who was an infant during those days. I sold the vehicle in 2012 as I had to relocate to Hong Kong due to my official obligation.

Maruti Suzuki Swift ZXI(Petrol) Manual:

I returned back to India in February 2017 and the very first thing I done was purchasing of a car for my usage. The swift was my companion during that time. The vehicle again was used extensively during my ownership tenure of 3 years. It took us across all the south states of KL, TN, AP, KA and GA number of times. Whenever there was an opportunity of long weekend or holidays, we used to take it for a spin. As a result the ODO was at 128000 kms when I decided to sell it in June 2020.

Hyundai Creta Phantom Black(SX) Manual 2020:

The itch to upgrade from Swift ended up in having a black beauty at home. Creta was full of convenience when I upgraded from Swift. The whole driving dynamics changed for me and the passion for driving increased multiple times due to the purchase of Creta. I was posted at Chennai and Creta became my companion on my every drove to Kerala. The personal responsibilities back home ensured that I had to drive once in a month from Chennai to KL. During my ownership period of 2 years, I drove more than 20 times from Chennai to Cochin by Creta. Moreover we have multiples number of trips to Pandarpur, Mumbai and Goa. All these resulted in Creta clocking 145000 kms in 2 years time.

Mahindra Thar HT Petrol MT 2022:

Jeep was always a dream vehicle for me and as a result I ended up in owning a Mahindra Thar in June 2022. The vehicle was used for all my fun drives. Even though I was situated at Chennai, I had a Thar group back in Kerala who were mostly engaged in off-roading. Whenever I got opportunity, I made myself available for off-roading camps organised by them across Gods Own Country. It took me to remote places in Kerala, gave high level of driving satisfaction and the most importantly abundance of confidence. Unfortunately I sold it in June 2023 as I was transferred to Mumbai and was looking for a BH registration, with ODO was at 72000 kms.

Hyundai Creta 2023 Ranger Khakhi (DT) IVT Petrol:

The quest for a new vehicle on transferring to Mumbai ended up with Hyundai Creta AE. My wife fell for it at her first sight plus we already had hassle free experience of owning a Creta. So we decided to go ahead with it and we bought the AE of Creta on 06.10.2023 with BH registration. It is my daily commuter to office at Nariman Point from my residence at Seawoods.Now as on date the vehicle clocked 22200 kms .

The car was purchased in October 2023 from Sharyu Hyundai, Navi Mumbai. The delivery experience was good with team providing me every update from the date of booking. PDI was done as per Team BHP provided list and ODO was showing 13 kms while doing PDI. I use the car for my office commute and on a daily basis it is covering 80 kms to and fro. In addition I already did two Mumbai to Trivandrum trips and a couple of Mumbai to Goa trips.

Pros:

• Handling: This is the first non manual car I am owning in life. It was a big relief especially in the notorious Mumbai traffic. The auto hold function is an added advantage too. On the highways, since being a NA engine, I was missing the initial punch. But slowly after gaining speed, the car was a fun to drive. Even at triple digit speeds, handling was good. I never drove it above 110 km/hr and I always love sedate driving with some music on.
• NVH: Very low levels of NVH of petrol engine ensured the driving at 100 km/hr smooth. The stock JK tyre noise was only the exception when the speed exceeded 100 km/hr.
• Comfort: The sole reason my family is inclined towards this vehicle. It offers sheer comfort for both front and back occupants. The drive was joyful with soft touch suspension, automatic climate control(chills out cabin fast), The cool glove box, the user friendly and hassle free touch screen and panoramic sun roof(kids enjoying the most). The back seat occupants are also having AC vents and arm rests which added to the convenience.
• Boot Space: Had sufficient boot space which can easily carry two trolleys and a couple of carry bags.

Cons:

• The vehicle felt a bit of lacking confidence in speeds north of 110(only once tried but never exceeded 120 km/hr). The steering was not generating enough confidence at speeds above 110 km/hr.
• Hyundai could have used more soft touch materials in the cabin for 20 lakh plus vehicle. Most of the parts in the cabin felt of missing in quality.
• The notorious 3 star rating of the Creta is always there as a negative which is already discussed a lot here.

Overall I and more importantly my family is happy with the vehicle, I am planning to keep this for a bit more time than I kept my previous vehicles. The sedative driving nature of mine is making this purchase a good one.

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Hyundai is offering the facelifted SUV with the new 1.5L turbo-petrol engine that we've seen on the Kia Seltos and Verna.

BHPian Ripcord09 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hyundai recently introduced the Creta facelift in India, with a distinct exterior design and improved interiors. (Review Link). The facelifted SUV receives new tech, a lot more standard safety features and the new 1.5L turbo-petrol engine that we've seen on the Seltos and Verna.

Hyundai has also restructured Creta's variant line-up. Here's a deep dive into all the variants on offer, which will help you identify the most valuable trim for your preferences.

Trims Breakdown

1. E

Top Features

• Projector Headlamps
• Fabric Upholstery
• Front Armrest
• 16-inch Steel Wheels
• Digital MID Cluster
• Rear Reclining 60:40 Split Seat
• Manual AC
• Rear AC Vents
• 6 Airbags
• Rear Parking Sensors

2. EX

Top Features Over E

• Electrical ORVM
• 8-inch Infotainment
• Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• Front & Rear Speakers
• Steering-mounted Controls

3. S

Top Features Over EX

• 16-inch Alloy Wheels
• LED Headlamps
• Rear-view Camera
• DRLs
• Roof Rails
• Rear Wiper & Wash
• Rear Window Sunshade
• Cruise Control
• Cooled Glovebox

4. S(O)

Top Features Over S

• 17-inch Alloy Wheels
• Panoramic Sunroof
• Dual-zone Climate Control
• Electronic Parke Brake
• Drive Modes
• Traction Control
• Push Button Start

5. SX & SX DT

Top Features Over S(O)

• R17 Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
• Telematics
• Dual-tone Colours
• Semi Leather Upholstery
• Ambient Light
• Wireless Phone Charger
• Remote Start
• 10.25-inch Infotainment

6. SX Tech & SX Tech DT

Top Features Over SX & SX DT

• Level 2 ADAS
• 8-speaker Bose Audio

7. SX(O) & SX(O) DT

Top Features Over SX Tech & SX Tech DT

• 10.25-inch TFT Cluster
• 360-degree Camera
• Blind View Monitor
• Leather Upholstery
• Front Ventilated Seats

Conclusion

Just looking at what all the variants offer and the price difference between them, the S(O) variant seems the most value for money. It's available with almost all the transmission options for you to choose from. It also stands out for its comfort and convenience features, including split rear seats, automatic climate control, an infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a panoramic sunroof and more. The ~Rs. 94,000 jump from the S variant is worth it considering that you get a lot for that money. Also, the jump to the SX variant seems like a considerable jump given that the feature additions are primarily tech-based (e.g. Connected car, bigger touchscreen, etc.).

Do let us know what you think is the most value-for-money variant and also if you had to buy the Hyundai Creta in 2024, which variant would you pick?

Here's what BHPian DivyanshuDiv had to say about the matter:

Voted for SX(O) - that would be my choice as my last pure gasoline car with a turbo engine and DCT before transitioning to electrics or hybrids. However, the most VFM model here as per the spec sheet is Creta S, having a balance of every thing that you need, style as well as substance.

Here's what BHPian anshu1101 had to say about the matter:

Voted for SX (O). Going for the dual tone is a very personal choice.

I always go for the top end while buying a car, given the pace at which technology is evolving in cars these days. Both the cars that I have bought till date have been top-end models only.

Here's what BHPian nri2ri had to say about the matter:

These days, it's hard to make the VFM argument for lower variants especially if you look at it from the perspective that the variant price difference is not going to make or break the decision. If I’m buying a Creta/Seltos/Hector its top end for me.

Only exceptions are superior mechanical packages coming in cheaper (eg:- XUV) or manufacturers continuing to make choices for buyers (eg:- Hycross ZXO not offering the extra seat)

Here's what BHPian BayB had to say about the matter:

SX Tech & SX Tech DT sounds right to me. It has everything I will need here in Bangalore.

Interesting thing is that there was a time when sunroof used to be available only in the top-most variant. Not because of utility value but more for its snob value. Now, its place has been taken by the 360-degree camera.

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The Seltos is a possible contender, but it does not have NA IVT on its top trim

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SX(O) IVT Test Drive Experience:

Engine and Gearbox Performance - Exceptionally smooth, refined, and good to drive. This has always been one of the positives of this engine-gearbox combo. The car is just ever so easy to drive in city traffic conditions. With no lags, no jerks, no drama, and with m-o-r-e than enough power to pot around all day alone, this car excels in urban settings. If you are mostly going to drive within city limits with occasional highway runs and want all the latest bells and whistles, then look no beyond this car.

Steering Response - The steering feels noticeably lighter than the outgoing model that we drive (2021 SXO IVT). It's a welcome change as it does not feel unnecessarily heavy at parking and slow speeds. The steering response on the previous model has vague feedback from the steering. Not always, but it feels like it has its own mind at times. This we did not feel in the FL model. The steering feedback remained consistent and a tad lighter which we liked.

Ride Quality - One word - Plush! Just the right balance really - not too soft, not too stiff either. On slow speeds, it does not get unsettled while going through potholes/uneven surfaces. At higher speeds, it almost glides through everything without making the passengers uncomfortable. All this when the TPMS showed 40+ on all four tyres!

Interiors - Well this is where this car disappoints. While the overall look and feel of the interiors are satisfactory, that ancient-looking HVAC system and the cheap glossy plastic on the centre console (which still makes creaking noise by the way) take away all the premiumness. The AT centre console is amazing to look at (if you overlook that low-grade plastic), but we are very disappointed with Hyundai for not addressing the plastic quality in this FL. Despite having received consumer feedback and ample time to rectify the issue, they chose not to. Another concern for us is the all-grey interior theme which we did not like, particularly on bright sunny days when abundant sunlight enters the cabin, accentuating the blandness. Hyundai should have retained black elements to elevate the ambiance.

Built Quality - The outgoing model is not known for its built quality and feels lighter than the first-gen model (we have both generations within our family). This one, interestingly though, felt better! The doors are heavier, and the overall feel is superior. I hope Hyundai sends it for the crash test and comes back with 5 stars!

So, did we like it to replace our first gen Creta? - Honestly don't know. While we LOVE the 1.5 NA IVT combo, perfectly suited to our needs, and the ride quality and steering response are just how we like them, the underwhelming interior feel is what killing us. Thinking about other options in the segment, there is none like the Creta. The Seltos is a possible contender, but it does not have NA IVT on its top trim plus those so-called "sporty" all-black claustrophobic interiors are a no-go! Perhaps the Xline could be an option with its captivating sage green theme, but then it also comes with its own set of maintenance challenges. Why does it have to be so complex, KIA?

We are keeping our booking for now (yes, we booked it last month), but aren't entirely convinced.

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After driving for around 50 kms, noticed that the AC cooling gradually kept decreasing and the fan speed reduced.

BHPian naveen.raju recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

AC Issue - Fixed:

Have been experiencing occasional issues with the AC for quite sometime. This was reported earlier and also by few BHPians as well. BHPian Blacknwyte had the same issue as mine and he got it fixed.

Here are the scenarios that I faced:

Couple of years back, on one hot afternoon when I took the car after parking outside, I noticed that the AC wasn’t cooling. I had to drive around 30 kms and the AC failed to work. Suspected that the gas leaked. On the way back, I took it to a nearby garage and got the AC gas filled. It worked fine for a year.

I had a drive to Kuttikanam on Dec 2022. This time the scenario was different. After driving for around 50 kms, noticed that the AC cooling gradually kept decreasing and the fan speed reduced. The blower sound was there but the air output kept decreasing. Eventually, on full blast the air was very less and cooling was almost nil. Stopped the car and noticed an ice buildup on the AC discharge hose. Drove to a nearby restaurant for a break and waited for the ice buildup to melt. After 10 mins, the ice disappeared and the AC was back to normal.

For short commutes to office, the AC worked fine but there’s this hissing sound whenever the AC is switched on for the first time. BHPian Blakcnwyte and Yajaman had this issue. Also, for any long drives (more than 50 kms), the cooling gradually reduced. I normally keep the temp at 22 or 24 but in this case, I had bring it down to 20 or even lower.

Knew it was time to get this rectified and almost confirmed on replacing the evaporator coil. Since it involved removing the dashboard, I didnt want to try any 3rd party garages so took it straight to HASS. They needed 24 hours to get the AC leakage test done and the next day they confirmed that it was AC discharge pipe that needs to be replaced (there was a leakage). Got the car the next day.

Cost Split:

• Discharge hose - 1014
• Compressor oil - 47
• Refrigerant - 614
• Labor and AC leak test - 2145
• Total - 4616 including tax

It’s been 4 days now and it’s been working fine with no hissing sound and AC cools relatively well. I keep the temperature at 23 and it’s cool enough. Waiting for a long drive to check on its performance. Will keep it posted.

The damaged hose:

New hose:

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Power/pickup continues to be as good as when it was new. After all these years, it still packs a punch

BHPian airguitar recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

A little (non-technical) ownership review of my Creta SX(O) Diesel MT 1.6. Manufacturing date of Dec 2015, delivered to me in Feb 2016. The car completed 1 lakh kilometers in Feb 2024, after exactly 8 years. While 1 lakh doesn't sound an enormous number for 8 years, we had our second child during the course of the ownership of the creta and also the 2.5 year covid period where the car rarely left the parking and finally in the last year and half, the Creta has had to share it's space in our lives with the Mahindra Thar, which has done 21000 kms itself over the 1.5 years. Given all this, I would say that it did a good 20-22000 kms each "normal" year.

No accidents, but two minor incidents where it had to visit the body shop and a third where a minor ding on the boot door ( which still remains uncorrected ).

Servicewise, Trident Hyundai Mahadevapura has been excellent. The inputs over the years have been very specific and accurate. Other than the clutch assy replacement at 90k ( also due to my own proactive effort as opposed to a problem ) and a recent brake disc replacement, no major replacements. About 30% of it's total odo is my office commute. In the notorious Whitefield-ORR traffic, never have I regretted having a manual transmission car.

FE has been consistently in the 15-17 range on highways, 12-13 on pure nasty ORR traffic and 14-15 in mixed mode. Doing a Bangalore-Chennai-Bangalore on a single tank, with enough left for a week's commute to work after the trip is pretty normal.

Power/pickup continues to be as good as when it was new. After all these years, it still packs a punch, just like it did as a new car in 2016. Nobody tries to mess up cutting across etc as the car is able to close gaps in start-stop traffic without any inertia. It's the old 1582 cc (1.6), which no longer is available on a Creta. Drives on the highway are a bliss. While not sedan-like in it's fetish for corners, it still does way better than, say, my Mahindra thar (obviously!)

The gear shifts still happen with a delicious click though slotting reverse, sometimes, is not as pleasant an experience. This has been there since start and every advisor has said that it's normal for all Cretas.
The interiors are impeccable and durable. No coming off of the faux leather covers etc. After a car wash, it's not uncommon for family/friends/aquaintances that don't see the car often to ask if it's a new car/congratulating me on a great car

The good GC keeps the vehicle in good stead. I have thrown everything at it - city roads, bad rural roads, highways and it's taken everything well. I don't remember scraping the bottom even once, even when fully loaded and on the worst of roads.

The comfort levels for passengers, the fatigue-less driving experience even on really long drives ( we do a lot of blr-chennai-blr same day return trip that mixes highways and city traffic ), the no-nonsense setup ( never have I had to call an RSA ), excellent service network, good peppy performant innards, lower NVH all have made it an excellent workhorse in the last 8 years. It's time to perhaps replace it, mostly because I want to experience newer cars, the itch to buy a new car ( more on that on a different post in a few days ). But the creta itself is showing no signs of ageing, still going very strong. It's been a stellar choice and I would take a moment to thank @condor and @ampere for the sensible inputs in 2016. The sales numbers of the Creta speaks for itself over the years. For those familiar with the book "The wisdom of crowds", the Creta's sales should be no surprise. And finally, the interesting thing is that in the 2016 post, I said that I fancy a thar and that post has aged well, I have a Thar too in the garage today . Signing off with some pictures of the car from over the years:

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The Hyundai Creta N Line is available in two trims N8 and N10, with a choice of a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT.

Hyundai has announced the launch of the Creta N Line. As you may have guessed, this is the sportier version of the standard Creta. It is available in two trims N8 and N10 with prices starting at Rs 16,82,300 (ex-showroom).

The Creta N Line is based on the recently introduced Creta facelift. The SUV looks sportier than the standard version. It features a different rectangular front grille and bumper with silver inserts, L-shaped LED DRLs and 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels with red brake calipers. It has a sporty bumper at the rear with dual-tip exhaust, a roof spoiler and side skirts with red highlights.

The Creta N Line features a sporty interior with black upholstery and red accents on the dashboard, gear lever and seats. The N Line version also gets a 3-spoke steering wheel, metal pedals and a new gear lever. The SUV is equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a digital instrument cluster. It also gets ventilated front seats, a powered driver’s seat, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, a wireless charger. a Bose sound system, a 360-degree camera, a dual dash camera, and ADAS.

The Creta N Line is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, producing 158 BHP and 253 Nm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Hyundai claims it can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. The N Line version also gets a stiffer suspension setup for more focused handling characteristics, tweaked steering and a tuned exhaust.

The Creta N Line is available in three monotone and dual-tone colour options - Atlas White, Abyss Black, Titan Grey Matte, Thunder Blue with Abyss Black roof, Atlas White with Abyss Black roof, and Shadow Grey with Abyss Black roof.

Hyundai Creta N Line ex-showroom prices:

• N8 MT - Rs 16,82,300
• N8 DCT - Rs 18,32,300
• N10 MT - Rs 19,34,300
• N10 DCT - Rs 20,29,900

Hyundai got inspired by Mercedes Benz's wide dashboard displays. The driver's information display (MID) is obviously from the Alcazar.

BHPian Chhanda Das recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

1st generation pre-facelifted Creta owner checks out the 2nd generation facelifted Creta

As most of you may know, Hyundai India launched the long-awaited facelifted 2nd generation Creta in India on the 16th of January 2024 and you surely have seen more than enough reviews of it. However, I had the good fortune of checking it out from close quarters only recently and here are my thoughts on the subject. Better late than never, right?

Aesthetics

From the front, it seems to me that Hyundai was inspired by the Hummer EV (DRLs) while the headlights seem to be lifted almost exactly from the Hyundai Palisade. Overall, I find the facelifted 2nd gen Creta's front to be quite attractive.

From the sides, it seems to have a neutral typical SUVish look and there isn't much to talk about here. Thankfully, they didn't go for the 18-inch rims like those of its sibling Seltos which would have been overkill for our Indian road conditions for a car of this size.

From the rear, it appears to me as if Hyundai got really inspired by the Suzuki Ignis' tail lights and again by the Hummer EV's DRLs when it came to the tail lights which was also replicated in the Venue. I have mixed feelings about this. However, I am absolutely not a fan of the running brake light assembly on the entire width of the rear boot door/lid and it looks particularly horrendous on a white Creta, especially during the day. Overall, the rear of the facelifted 2nd generation Creta does not appeal to me.

Interiors

On the inside, Hyundai obviously got inspired by Mercedes Benz's wide dashboard displays. The driver's information display (MID) in the Creta now is obviously from the Alcazar. Hyundai seems to have cleverly placed a black filter on the dashboard to make it appear as if the infotainment system and the MID are one continuous unit. Overall, it seems quite appealing even though I like manual gauges more than the digital ones. I was pleasantly surprised by the fact that the steering wheel of the Creta is now adjustable for both reach and rake.

I find the dual-zone climate control to be quite useful especially since the average male and female human body temperatures are quite different. However, I was severely disappointed by the aesthetics of the AC control panel which seems quite tacky and appears as if they were taken from a car around 10-15 years ago.

They seem to have done a really good job with the implementation of the ADAS Level 2 functions exactly as I first recall seeing in the Palisade.

It is good to see dull and dark-coloured surfaces on top of the dashboard which would minimize the chances of reflections on the windshield for the driver.

Although Hyundai claims to have increased the use of high-strength steel along with further structural additions and enhancements in the facelifted 2nd generation Creta in India, it remains to be seen how the car performs in crash tests.

Cons

1. I would have liked the placement of the ADAS radar at the front to be a bit recessed. Small running animals like cats, dogs, etc and sudden braking of the car along with flying stones from trucks ahead of us are not uncommon on our unpredictable highways. Any impact (even if slight) will damage that radar resulting in expensive repairs.
2. The front grille and air dam area have gaps that are large enough for my hand to go in which makes the radiator susceptible to damage from flying stones and other hard debris especially at highway speeds apart from being another point of entry to the engine bay area for rodents. Hyundai could have easily added a honeycomb-like mesh grille like they did in the first-generation Creta.
3. They are still continuing with the D-cut steering wheel instead of a circular steering wheel. D-cut steering wheels make complete sense in Formula (F) 1 racing cars which have limited space for the driver's ingress/egress and those steering wheels are completely removable with a single pull as well. Additionally, F1 cars can be turned completely in way less than a single complete turn of the steering wheel. However, a D-cut steering wheel is a safety hazard in a consumer car which needs a few turns of the steering wheel to completely turn the car. Moreover, a consumer car like a Creta does not have the space constraints that would necessitate a D-cut steering wheel.
4. Uncovered storage spaces on the dashboard are a safety hazard in case of an unfortunate accident.
5. The horizontal shape of the AC air vents means that they won't be able to cover a large part of your body directly which is a problem if you want to use the blower more instead of the AC especially in terms of fuel efficiency.
6. The rear middle passenger seat does not have a headrest in the new facelifted Creta 2024. A headrest is very essential for reducing whiplash injuries to the neck. Even my 2017 Creta has this headrest.
7. The uncovered Type-C charging ports at the rear are nearly upward facing which makes them very susceptible to dirt and debris ingress. Additionally, there is also the risk of damage from liquid spillages. Water/Juice consumption by rear passengers is not uncommon. And sometimes babies and children do throw up in the car too.
8. Hyundai seems to have reduced the amount of plastic cladding in the spare wheel area which means that there will be increased heat ingress into the cabin from the exhaust system resulting in reduced fuel efficiency due to an increased load on the air conditioning system especially in our blistering Indian summers.
9. I may be nitpicking here but the tools seem to be in a bag/pouch instead of a properly contoured receptacle area and hence they can rattle on bad roads leading to increased noise, vibrations and harshness (NVH) levels/
10. I cannot recommend the uncommon colours of the newly launched Creta because matching the colours after repainting can be really excruciating once the car gets the inevitable scratches.
11. I am not too fond of the newly launched 1.5 T-GDi Creta with DCT. Historically, DCTs have never been a reliable transmission over the long term irrespective of the manufacturer. Similarly, GDi engines too have faced reliability issues as early as 5-7 years irrespective of the manufacturer including two-wheeler ones. Add a turbocharger into the mix and we have a potent mixture for higher rates of engine failure due to the high amounts of pressures involved which are dangerously close to diesel territory. Additionally, this engine-transmission combination has not existed in the market for around 3 years which is like the proverbial golden period for cars to exhibit most of their underlying faults.

I believe that our official Team Bhp review has covered the overwhelming majority of all the other aspects very well and I don't think that I have much to add there.

Disclaimer

These are just my personal opinions and may or may not reflect the opinions of my fellow members here. I know this is late and I sincerely apologize for the delay but sadly, I got stuck with some personal work and I could not pay much attention here.

This is all that I can think of right now but I will add more to the list above later if I can remember/notice them. Wishing you all happy and safe drives ahead.

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