Unveiling the Updated Hyundai Creta SX Premium: A Deep Dive into India’s Top-Selling SUV
The Hyundai Creta SX Premium variant introduces exciting updates, enhancing its appeal as one of India’s most popular SUV cars. Known for its robust performance and feature-rich package, the Creta continues to set benchmarks in its segment.
The Creta’s price range starts from ₹1,10,000 ex-showroom. This updated SX Premium variant brings a host of upgrades, making it an even more compelling choice for car buyers.
Key Upgrades for the SX Premium
The new SX Premium variant comes with notable enhancements focused on comfort and convenience:
- Premium leather seats are now standard.
- The front seats feature ventilation for enhanced comfort.
- The driver’s seat is now electrically adjustable, allowing for easy customization.
Smart Key Features
The Hyundai Creta SX Premium comes with a smart key offering multiple functions. This includes remote lock, unlock, and boot unlock. A convenient feature also allows you to remotely start the car using the smart key. You receive two identical smart keys with the vehicle.
Powerful and Efficient Engine Options
The Creta SX Premium is available with both diesel and petrol engine options, paired with manual or automatic transmission choices.
The 1.5-liter CRDI 4-cylinder diesel engine delivers 114 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque. This diesel engine offers an impressive mileage of 20 to 21 kmpl.
For those preferring petrol, the 1.5-liter petrol engine produces 113 bhp of power and approximately 143-144 Nm of torque.
Bold Exterior Design
The Creta SX Premium boasts a muscular and commanding presence.
- Front: It features a large Hyundai logo, a prominent front grille, and connected Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) with integrated indicators. The LED automatic headlamps provide excellent illumination at night. The bonnet includes distinctive creases, and the vehicle has a ground clearance of approximately 190 mm. Manual wipers are paired with automatic headlamps. A dual-tone roof option with a black roof is also available, along with grey-finished roof rails and a panoramic sunroof.
- Side: Chrome door handles and electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are present. The ORVMs automatically fold and unfold when the car is locked or unlocked. It rides on 17-inch wheels with 215/60 R17 radial tyres, and both front and rear wheels are equipped with disk brakes. Black cladding runs along the side profile. The A-pillar is finished in black.
- Rear: The rear design is equally muscular, featuring connected taillights and a central Hyundai logo. A reverse parking camera is positioned below the logo. Other features include a rear wiper, defogger, high mount stop lamp, and a shark fin antenna. The bumper has a dual-tone finish, with a central reverse light and a grey-finished skid plate. Four reverse parking sensors are included for added safety.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Creta measures 4330 mm in length, 1790 mm in width, and 1635 mm in height.
Sophisticated Interior Comfort and Technology
Step inside the Creta SX Premium to experience a refined and technologically advanced cabin.
- Seating and Comfort: The SX Premium comes with full leather seats. The front seats are ventilated, and the driver’s seat is electrically adjustable for six-way adjustments. Rear passengers benefit from ample legroom, kneeroom, and thigh support, along with rear AC vents and a Type-C USB charging port. Two adjustable headrests and an armrest with two cup holders are provided for rear passengers. ISOFIX child seat mounts are also included.
- Dashboard and Infotainment: The dual-tone dashboard creates a premium feel. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and Aux connectivity. Hyundai’s BlueLink technology allows for car-connecting features via a smartphone. A reverse parking camera provides clear visibility, though a 360-degree camera is available in higher variants. Dual-zone climate control allows the driver and co-driver to set separate temperatures.
- Convenience Features: A wireless charging pad, a 12V charging outlet, and both Type-C and Type-A USB ports are available. The car features a six-speed manual transmission, with an automatic option also offered. A dedicated camera shortcut button is located on the center console. The glove box offers storage.
- Driver’s Zone: The driver’s area includes a fully digital instrument cluster, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with Hyundai branding, cruise control, MID controls, and telephony/infotainment controls. The steering wheel is adjustable for both tilt and telescopic settings. Push-button start/stop, an idle start-stop button, traction control, and headlamp level adjustment are all conveniently placed.
- Panoramic Sunroof: A large panoramic sunroof adds to the sense of spaciousness and offers an excellent view, enhancing the overall driving experience.
- Audio System: Bose speakers across all doors deliver an excellent sound output.
Practicality and Storage
The Creta SX Premium offers a generous boot space of 433 liters. A removable parcel tray is included. The rear seats feature a 60-40 split, allowing for flexible cargo configurations. Boot lighting and small storage compartments are also present. The spare wheel is a 16-inch steel rim, while the other four wheels are 17-inch alloys.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety is paramount in the Hyundai Creta SX Premium, which comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of features:
- Six airbags (standard across pillars and front seats).
- ABS with EBD (Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution).
- Reverse parking sensors.
- Reverse parking camera.
- Speed alert system.
- Seat belt warning.
- Engine immobilizer.
- Crash sensor.
- Automatic headlamps.
- Traction control.
- ESP (Electronic Stability Program).
- TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).
- BlueLink, Roadside Assistance, and SOS emergency buttons are integrated into the IRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror).
The Creta comes with a 3-year unlimited kilometer warranty, which can be further extended.
Pricing and Competition
The Hyundai Creta SX Premium Diesel variant is priced at ₹17,76,000 ex-showroom. The on-road price in Lucknow is approximately ₹21,60,000. Opting for the petrol variant would result in a price difference of roughly ₹1,80,000 to ₹1,82,000 less than the diesel variant.
The Hyundai Creta faces competition from other popular SUVs like the Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, and Honda Elevate. However, the Creta stands out with its combination of features, muscular looks, and powerful, efficient engine options, especially the diesel’s impressive mileage and power delivery.
