This Hyundai SUV completes a decade of dominance in India's SUV landscape
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The numbers speak volumes. Annual sales of the Creta have more than doubled over the years, from 92,926 units in 2016 to 1,86,919 units in 2024. It currently holds a commanding 31% market share in the mid-size SUV segment and has emerged as the top-selling vehicle across all segments in three out of the first six months of 2025. Around 70% of current sales are from sunroof-equipped variants, and the contribution of first-time buyers has grown significantly from 12% in 2020 to 29% in 2024, highlighting its growing appeal among new-age customers.
The Creta's powertrain versatility is another standout, offering petrol, diesel, turbo, and even electric options with both manual and automatic transmissions. Made in India, the Creta is exported to over 13 countries, with nearly 2.87 lakh units shipped globally. The SUV has seen continuous evolution in both design and features, with special editions like the Knight Edition and Adventure Edition successfully catering to diverse customer preferences.
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Hyundai has also built strong brand identity with the Creta. From the original tagline of 'The Perfect SUV' in 2015, to 'The Ultimate SUV' with the second-generation launch in 2020, and now 'The Undisputed Ultimate SUV' in 2024, the Creta's image has grown in tandem with its market leadership.advertisementSpeaking on this journey, Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and COO at HMIL, said, 'Hyundai Creta is more than a model, it is a living legacy, crafted with care, evolved with technology and backed by millions of customers who made it their own. The Hyundai Creta represents ambition, progress and trust. As India's SUV ambitions grew, Creta too grew with them and if I may dare say often grew ahead of these ambitions."
The first generation Creta was launched in 2015. (Photo: AFP)
To commemorate the 10th anniversary, Hyundai has lined up a series of engaging activities. These include a nationwide UGC campaign called 'CRETA X Memories,' inviting owners to share their fondest moments with the SUV for a chance to win prizes such as an iPhone or a meet-and-greet with Hyundai brand ambassador Deepika Padukone. A manifesto film will also be launched to capture the emotional and aspirational legacy of the Creta. Additionally, a grand Creta Legacy Drive will be flagged off from HMIL's Gurugram headquarters on July 26, featuring a 100-car convoy celebrating proud Creta owners.advertisementIn its internal combustion engine (ICE) variants, the Hyundai Creta is offered with naturally aspirated petrol, turbocharged petrol, and diesel powertrains. A sportier option, the Creta N Line, is also available for performance enthusiasts.
Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan with the second-generation Creta launched in 2020.
The 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine produces 115 bhp and 144 Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. The 1.5-litre Kappa Turbo GDi petrol unit delivers 160 bhp and 253 Nm, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Meanwhile, the 1.5-litre U2 CRDi diesel engine generates 116 bhp and 250 Nm, with transmission options including a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic. The Creta N Line uses the same 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine but offers both 6-speed manual and 7-speed DCT choices.advertisementIn its electric avatar, the Creta comes with two battery pack options: 42kWh and 51.4kWh, delivering a range of 390 km and 473 km respectively on a full charge.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine- EndsTrending Reel
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