The Creta facelift will be available in seven variants and will be offered with three engine options

Hyundai is all set to launch the Creta facelift on January 16. The carmaker has already started dispatching units to dealerships across India. Here’s our first look at the SX variant.

The Creta facelift looks quite handsome in SX trim. The front has an imposing look courtesy of the new rectangular grille. It has L-shaped LED daytime running lights on top with integrated turn signals, while dual LED headlamps are positioned on the front bumper. 

The rear end of the updated Creta has a much simpler design. A thick black strip runs across the rear fascia. It has L-shaped LED tail lamps and an LED light bar integrated into it. 

Hyundai has also revamped the Creta’s interior. The dashboard is all-new and features dual 10.25-inch screens. It also gets the new 4-spoke steering wheel.

The Creta facelift will be available in seven variants and will be offered with three engine options - 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. Transmission options will include 6-speed manual, 6-speed iVT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT and 7-speed DCT.

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The Creta facelift will be available in seven variants and will be offered with three engine options

Hyundai has finally revealed the Creta facelift for the Indian market. The updated SUV will be launched on January 16, 2024.

Hyundai has made several changes to the 2024 Creta. The SUV has an imposing front end featuring a rectangular grille with L-shaped LED daytime running lights and rectangular LED headlamps positioned on the bumper. 

While the side profile hasn’t changed much, the rear fascia has been redesigned with new L-shaped LEDs and an LED light bar. The car also gets redesigned bumpers with silver faux skid plates and new design dual-tone alloy wheels.

A teaser released earlier has confirmed that the Creta will also get a revamped interior with dual screens, a touch-based climate control module with rectangular air-conditioning vents and a 4-spoke steering wheel. The SUV will be equipped with several advanced features, including dual-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof, 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS.

Reports suggest that the Creta facelift will be available in seven variants and will be offered with three engine options - 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. Transmission options will include 6-speed manual, 6-speed iVT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT and 7-speed DCT.

Bookings for the 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift have already commenced in India.

Hyundai has shared a couple of digital sketches of the upcoming Creta facelift. The SUV will be launched in India on January 16, 2024.

The 2024 Creta looks substantially different from the outgoing model. It has an imposing front end featuring a rectangular grille with L-shaped LED daytime running lights.

The rear fascia has also been redesigned. Gone are the quirky tail lights, which have been replaced with conventional wraparound units with L-shaped LEDs and an LED light bar.

A teaser released earlier has confirmed that the Creta will also get a revamped interior with dual screens, a touch-based climate control module with rectangular air-conditioning vents and a 4-spoke steering wheel.

Reports suggest that the Creta facelift will be available in seven variants and will be offered with three engine options - 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. Transmission options will include 6-speed manual, 6-speed iVT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT and 7-speed DCT.

Hyundai dealerships have already started accepting bookings for the Creta facelift.

For the time being I have cleaned the spots with a toothbrush and have applied clear nail polish on then to arrest/ slow down further decay.

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So last week while I was on weekly bathing duties for Panda I made a shocking discovery; RUST!.

It is on the front passenger side door, aligning with the drip holes on the rubber beading. I checked out the other doors and hatch and thankfully all of then were rust free. I don't know how I missed these earlier, maybe I wasn't thorough enough. I guess this is due to rain water and wash water seeping through and the paint had some imperfections/ cracks which has resulted in this.

Some photos of the issue:

As you can see it is just starting out it seems. However, the true extent of damage will be known only when you remove the rubber beading and check. I have to give the car for a half yearly inspection this month and I think I'll get the HASS to do something about this. However, in the back of my mind I think I'll have to replace the entire door a few years down the line. As far as I know rusting, once started, can be slowed down but cannot be stopped.

For the time being I have cleaned the spots with a toothbrush and have applied clear nail polish on then to arrest/ slow down further decay.

P.S.- The missus surely gave the nail polish but then I was also reminded that she had actual nails while our Panda didn't

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The Creta will be available in seven variants: E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech and SX(O).

Hyundai has started dispatching the updated Creta to dealerships across India. Bookings have already commenced,  with the official launch scheduled for January 16.

The latest images of the Creta facelift reveal all the exterior changes in detail. As you can see, Hyundai has completely redesigned the front fascia. It now features a rectangular chrome grille with L-shaped LED daytime running lights and vertically stacked headlamp units. 

The rear end gets a completely new look, courtesy of the L-shaped LED tail lights and an LED light bar that stretches across the width of the car. While the side profile looks unchanged, the SUV does get new diamond-cut alloy wheels, among other minor changes.

Reports suggest that the Creta facelift will be available in seven variants and will be offered with three engine options - 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. Transmission options will include 6-speed manual, 6-speed iVT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT and 7-speed DCT.

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The Creta will be available in seven variants: E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech and SX(O).

Hyundai has opened bookings for the Creta facelift in India, ahead of its official launch scheduled for January 16. While we wait for the prices to be announced, the carmaker has shared details of the engines and variants that will be on offer.

Hyundai Creta facelift variants:

The upcoming Creta will be available in seven variants: E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech and SX(O). The top two variants will get dual-tone colour options.

Hyundai Creta facelift engine & transmission:

The 2024 Creta will be offered with 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engine options. The 1.5L Petrol MT will be available across all variants, while the 1.5L Diesel MT will come in all but one (SX) trim.

The 1.5L Petrol CVT will be offered in S(O), SX Tech and SX(O) trims, while the 1.5L Diesel AT will be limited to the S(O) and SX(O) trims.

Customers looking for the 1.5L Turbo Petrol DCT will have to opt for the top-spec SX(O) trim.

The Hyundai Creta has been given a major makeover for the 2024 model year. It borrows several design cues from its smaller sibling, the Exter. The popular SUV gets a completely revamped interior and will also gain new features, including ADAS.

When I got the tyres replaced sometime in November, the technician suggested to get lower arms replaced asap as it can cause further damage.

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Update - Tyre Change:

It was time to get the 3rd set of tyres for the car. This time I was looking for wider tyres - 225/60/R17. The options that I had:

• Continental
• Michelin
• Bridgestone Turanza T0001
• Yokohama Earth 1

Since Bridgestone served me well twice (first set - 45k kms and second set - 45k kms), I decided to go with this. Changed all four and the valves since it is recommended to be replaced during the tyre change.

First Impressions:

• Seating feels a bit high
• Less road noise - This was immediately noticed. No idea if this was because the lower arms were replaced (more on this later), but I can definitely feel the lack of noise be it on asphalt, tiles or concrete roads. A drastic difference from the stock tires (Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport).
• Comfort levels similar to Bridgestone Dueller (Creta stock tyre).

The change in tyre width isn’t evident. Only someone with a keen eye will notice the difference. Whereas Michelin looks wide for a 225 section tyre.

Update - Lower arm replacement:

Since my daily commute is through bad roads, the ride is very harsh and there's this squeaking sound coming from the front whenever I ride through a bad patch. Also this was pending for few months now and I had plans of changing it during my last periodic service that was done 5-6 months. But since it would take a day or 2, I decided to get this replaced later.

When I got the tyres replaced sometime in November, the technician suggested to get this replaced asap as it can cause further damage. I called the service centre asking whether the bush alone can be replaced and he said it could be done but had to take it to the lathe to fix this and cost was around 3k for one set. Called another service centre where I got my last service done and he said the entire lower arm will have to be replaced. Quoted around 7k for the pair and I decided to get the entire set replaced since I didn’t want to damage the new set of tires. They confirmed that both need to be replaced and I got it changed.

The old bush which was broken. Glad that I replaced both.

After replacing this, got the alignment done to ensure everything is perfect.

Observations:

I noticed the difference immediately. The ride quality was vastly improved with zero noise now. Takes the rough patches with ease. Even the technician who did the wheel alignment was impressed with the difference.

Some pictures of the tyre:

After fitment:

Odo stands at around 91,XXX kmsIn the coming weeks, am getting the following done:

Right side mirror indicator replacement - Mostly a DIY

Low AC cooling at times - Planning to take it to a FNG specialising in AC repairs.

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The Hyundai Creta facelift is likely to get the same powertrain options as the updated Kia Seltos.

Hyundai has released a few teaser images of the upcoming Creta facelift. Dealerships have started accepting pre-bookings ahead of the official launch scheduled for January 16.

The latest teaser shots feature not just the updated Creta, but also Hyundai’s brand ambassadors – Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. Coming back to the car though, you can see the bold new grille with Exter-like LED daytime running lights and vertically-stacked headlamps. The rear of the Creta also looks quite similar to its compact sibling.

The interior of the new Creta is a massive departure from the conventional design of the current model. It features an all-new dashboard with dual screens forming a single unit, sleek air-conditioning vents and a touch-based climate control module. The car also appears to have a slimmer centre console and a 4-spoke steering wheel.

The Hyundai Creta facelift is likely to get the same powertrain options as the updated Kia Seltos. These include 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines along with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit.

The Hyundai Creta facelift is likely to get the same powertrain options as the updated Kia Seltos.

The upcoming Hyundai Creta facelift has been spied once again. The latest spy images reveal some interesting details of the car’s interior.

The spy images suggest that the Creta will be offered with a new digital instrument cluster with white dials and a 2-spoke steering wheel. The SUV is also likely to get a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a revised climate control module. Expect higher variants to come with a 360-degree camera and ADAS.

The updated Creta is likely to feature a Tucson-inspired design with a large Parametric Jewel grille and H-pattern LED taillights. It will also borrow design cues from the Exter and other SUVs like the Santa Fe and Palisade.

The Hyundai Creta facelift could carry forward the same powertrain options as the updated Kia Seltos. These include 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines along with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit.

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The success of Creta over S-Cross also proves that Indian customers don’t have a herd mentality; they will put their money where they find real value, brand notwithstanding

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Maruti Jimny’s S-Cross moment

“History repeats itself, first as a tragedy, second as a farce.”

Maruti S-Cross (2015), planned with 5,000 units per month sales for the Indian market, has not been successful because of its grown-up hatchback stance, especially when it was expected to have an SUV silhouette like the Renault Duster (2012), and finally, the Hyundai Creta (2015) crushed it to become the segment leader for years to come.

Similarly, the Jimny five-door version planned with 5,000 units per month sales for the Indian market is not working because Mahindra Thar's 2nd generation (2020) already set the benchmark in terms of expectations in the hearts of Indian audience, and Maruti’s ambitious pricing played a further spoil sport.

Maruti S-Cross: A case study

The mid-size monocoque chassis-based compact SUV (~4.3m) has been a high-growth and highly contested segment in India.

This segment was kicked off by Renault in 2012, when a modified Dacia (Renault’s Romanian subsidiary) Duster with a 1.6L petrol and a 1.5L diesel engine in two different states of power tune, was launched in India under the Renault badge. Despite having budget-grade interiors from East Europe, it caught the imagination of the Indian audience and became an instant hit due to its rugged and outdoorsy compact SUV look.

Fast forward to 2015; this was the time when Maruti and Hyundai decided to pitch in their products in this high-potential segment. Locally made Creta was planned to be launched in September 2015, a month after Maruti S-Cross.

However, Hyundai got scared of Maruti and preponed Creta launch by two months in July 2015. Now this was the time when Indian media used to say that Maruti was scared of only Hyundai, and Hyundai obviously was scared of Maruti, and together they don’t care of anyone else, as they were a very dominant player, commanding over 60% of the Indian passenger vehicle market share (except 2012).

Developed for emerging markets, Hyundai launched the Creta with 1.4L and 1.6L diesel engines and a 1.6L petrol engine, with an automatic transmission option available for the 1.6L diesel engine. Two months down the line, Maruti launched the localized European S-Cross with a ubiquitous locally sourced 1.25L diesel engine from Fiat in higher sate of power tune and another 1.6L imported diesel engine from Fiat, without automatic transmission or petrol option, and no rear AC vent either. S-Cross was perceived to have the best build quality among all the cars Maruti has ever produced locally in India.

Maruti had intended to sell over 5,000 S-Cross each month; however, sales dropped to 2,000 within a few months after its debut. At the same time, Hyundai was selling over 7,000 Cretas a month, and 30% of sales were coming from the petrol version, which the S-Cross doesn’t have. Creta got a tremendous response for its upright SUV stance and overall package, and the uninspiring Maruti S-Cross was drubbed by the Indian audience for its awkward, grown-up hatchback styling.

Immediate corrective action from Maruti

While Hyundai was considering increasing production to meet strong demand, Maruti moved quickly to mitigate the fall in sales.

• Step 1: Discounts: Maruti started offering discounts up to ₹ 1 lakh in October 2015 to arrest the sales fall of S-Cross.

• Step 2: Price reduction: When nothing else was working, Maruti reduced the price of the 1.6L version by over ₹ 2 lakh and the 1.25L version by ₹ 70,000 in January 2016.

• Step 3: Refund: As a goodwill gesture, Maruti refunded ₹ 90,000 to S-Cross customers who bought the 1.6L version before the January 2016 price cut and offered an extended warranty to 1.25L S-Cross customers.

Did that help Maruti get sales back to the originally planned 5,000 units a month? No. It simply settled around 2,000 units, as it was still a better Maruti. The biggest downside from a business perspective is fixed costs (Jeep Compass, Meridian prices hiked by Rs 43,000 to 3.14 lakh!); they eat into profit margins over the life cycle if originally planned volumes are not met. Maruti also has to compensate suppliers for the tooling investment, as with low volume, it became unrecoverable.

After getting bullied by Maruti in the hatchback segment for years, finally, Creta punched S-Cross in the face and took Hyundai’s lunch money back. Since then, Creta went on to become the best revenue-grossing product in the entire Indian passenger vehicle market due to its ever-increasing prices, high average sales price, and high volume.

Here is the surprising part: Maruti, who has always been touted to know the pulse of Indian customers quite well, would have known the fate of S-Cross beforehand during the static customer clinic (market research technique), as the Renault Duster was available as a benchmark car. Still, overconfident Maruti took this route for its own annihilation in this segment.

The success of Creta over S-Cross also proves that Indian customers don’t have a herd mentality; they will put their money where they find real value, brand notwithstanding (Toyota Yaris failure).

S-Cross Facelift

As a next step, Maruti brought in an S-Cross facelift with highly updated fascia akin to BMW in 2017. The improved bonnet line gave it a better crossover stance, but the side profile remained the same, so sales growth was limited to 3,500 units a month in 2018, nowhere close to the originally planned 5,000 units.

Seven months later, Hyundai also launched the Creta facelift, with the segment's first sunroof and a 6-way electrically adjustable driver seat, raising the bar even higher for everyone in the segment.

The 2nd generation Creta, launched in 2020, raised the bar even further with the democratization of features like panoramic sunroof and electric parking brake in the segment, thus making competition irrelevant for a year or so.

S-Cross successor in India

The third generation of S-Cross was introduced in Europe in 2021. But this time, Maruti gave India a tailored body shell based on a similar Suzuki Global C platform, named Grand Vitara in 2022, that has an upright stance, high ground clearance, a Maruti first panoramic sunroof, and so on. Maruti has to strictly follow Hyundai’s playbook, toe to toe. Still, Maruti Grand Vitara interiors left a lot to be desired in terms of the overall space and finesse of the Hyundai Creta, and the lack of a diesel engine also means Maruti has to play second fiddle to the Creta in the segment. And at the beginning of 2023, Hyundai happily postponed Creta’s facelift by a year in India.

Jimny India chapter

The fourth generation of Jimny with three doors was introduced in Japan in mid-2018. Ever since then, rumors have been rife of the imminent launch of Jimny in India as the aging Gypsy’s successor. However, in September 2019, Maruti’s CTO clarified to Autocar Professional:

[Autocar Professional]: Will the Jimny be a feasible option for Maruti Suzuki?

[C.V. Raman, Maruti CTO]: The three-door is a very niche segment in India. What is required for India is a five-door model. That means we have to do a new development, which would require time and cost. The possible volume against the required investment does not make sense for us.

Well, after this statement in 2019, Maruti showcased 3-door Jimny at Auto Expo 2020 in India, where it received a lot of attention from the crowd.

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