Fresh Summer Upgrades
Hyundai's popular mid-size SUV, the Creta, has received a refresh with the introduction of its 'Summer Edition' in the Indian market. This update focuses
on significantly boosting the vehicle's technological capabilities and overall convenience for drivers and passengers. Launched with an accessible starting ex-showroom price of Rs 12.05 lakh, this edition aims to bring advanced features to a wider audience. Key additions include a prominent 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a comprehensive Surround View Monitor (SVM) for enhanced parking and maneuvering, and a sophisticated multi-mode dashcam system designed for safety and recording. Furthermore, the Summer Edition integrates convenience features like a smart key for keyless entry and ignition, a push-button start for effortless operation, and updated LED lighting elements, all contributing to a more modern and user-friendly driving environment. These enhancements underscore the brand's commitment to evolving its offerings in line with customer expectations and technological advancements in the automotive sector. The Creta has consistently been a segment leader, and this edition seeks to further solidify that position by offering compelling upgrades.
Variant-Wise Feature Additions
The enhancements in the Creta Summer Edition are thoughtfully distributed across different variants, offering a tiered approach to new features. The base Creta EX Summer Edition sees the inclusion of a Smart Key and Push Button Start, providing a more premium entry point. Stepping up to the Creta EX(O) Summer Edition introduces a suite of exterior lighting upgrades, including Quad Beam LED Headlamps, LED Tail Lamps, and distinct Horizon LED Positioning Lamps and DRLs, alongside LED Turn Indicators. This variant also incorporates the Smart Key, Push Button Start, a Rear Window Sunshade for added comfort, and a Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines, complemented by R16 dual-tone styled steel wheels. For the Creta S(O) Summer Edition and its Knight variant, the focus shifts to advanced recording technology with the addition of a Dashcam. The higher-tier Creta SX Summer Edition receives the impressive 26.03 cm (10.25”) Multi Display Digital Cluster and the Dashcam. Finally, the top-spec Creta SX Premium Summer Edition elevates the driving experience with the 10.25-inch Multi Display Digital Cluster, the Surround View Monitor (SVM), a Blind-spot View Monitor (BVM) for improved situational awareness, and Front Parking Sensors, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the vehicle's surroundings.
Advanced Multi-Mode Dashcam
A standout feature in the Creta Summer Edition is the sophisticated multi-mode dashcam system, designed to significantly bolster safety and provide invaluable documentation. This advanced system offers flexible recording capabilities catering to various driving scenarios. It includes 'Driving recording' for continuous footage during journeys, 'Emergency & event recording' that automatically captures incidents like sudden braking or collisions, and 'Vacation recording' for monitoring the vehicle while parked. A particularly useful function is 'On-demand video,' which allows users to instantly capture footage when needed. Furthermore, the dashcam supports 'Photo capture' for still images. A key benefit of this integrated system is its connectivity to a dedicated mobile app, enabling users to download recorded videos directly to their devices, making it convenient to access and share footage. This integration of a smart dashcam system enhances peace of mind and adds a layer of security for drivers.
Variant Pricing Details
The Creta Summer Edition is available across a range of variants, each with specific pricing that reflects its unique set of features. The entry-level Creta EX Summer Edition, powered by a 1.5L MPi petrol engine with a Manual Transmission (MT), starts at Rs 12,05,900, while the diesel counterpart with the same engine and transmission is priced at Rs 13,61,900. Moving to the Creta EX(O) Summer Edition, the petrol MT variant is Rs 13,13,400, the petrol with IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) is Rs 14,48,900, the diesel MT is Rs 14,69,400, and the diesel AT (Automatic Transmission) is Rs 16,04,400. The Creta S(O) Summer Edition, featuring the dashcam, is available in petrol MT for Rs 14,19,900 and petrol IVT for Rs 15,64,900. The diesel options for the S(O) include MT at Rs 15,80,900 and AT at Rs 17,25,900. The S(O) Knight Summer Edition is offered in petrol MT for Rs 14,38,400 and diesel MT for Rs 15,99,400. Further up, the Creta SX Summer Edition with the digital cluster and dashcam is priced at Rs 15,03,600 for the petrol MT. The top-tier Creta SX Premium Summer Edition, equipped with the digital cluster, SVM, BVM, and front parking sensors, starts at Rs 16,33,400 for the petrol MT, Rs 17,77,900 for the petrol IVT, and Rs 17,88,900 for the diesel MT.
