According to a media report, it looks like Hyundai has silently discontinued the 1.4 turbo petrol engine. It seems Hyundai doesn’t want to upgrade this engine to the upcoming BS Stage II emission norms. Instead, Hyundai could get us the 1.5-turbo petrol which is RDE compliant.
2023 Hyundai Creta launched
Hyundai Motor India announced the launch of the new 2023 Hyundai Creta recently. It has got some feature updates, amongst others. Let us take a look at all the changes in the new Hyundai Creta.
The year 2022 was a good year for the Korean carmaker. Hyundai witnessed its highest-ever domestic sales since its inception. The company sold 5,52,511 units for the given period, while the Creta numbers stood at 1,40,895. This means Creta accounts for over 25 percent of total Hyundai volumes. Hence it is an important model for the carmaker.
The major news is that Hyundai has added a bunch of safety features as standard. These include the six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) and height-adjustable front seat belts, rear disc brakes and ISOFIX anchors for child seats. The 2023 Hyundai Creta will also get a 60:40 split rear seat.
Powertrain changes in the 2023 Hyundai Creta
Hyundai now offers engines that are aligned with the Government’s new emission norms. These include the 1.5-litre NA petrol and the 1.5-litre diesel engine. Additionally, Hyundai also says that the petrol engine is now E20 fuel ready.
The petrol motor makes 113 BHP @ 6,300 rpm and 143.8 Nm @ 4,500 rpm. Hyundai has offered a 6-speed manual and an iVT gearbox with the engine. Meanwhile, the 1.5-litre diesel engine develops 113 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 250 Nm @ 1,500-2,750 rpm. Owners are offered a choice of 6-speed manual or automatic gearboxes.
Also Read – MY23 Hyundai Creta launched in India, E20 fuel ready.
