Hyundai is currently conducting extensive testing on the facelifted version of its popular midsize SUV, the Creta. While the heavily camouflaged spy shots don’t reveal many details. But they suggest that the Creta facelift will feature similar styling cues. This includes an H-patterned design for the lights, seen in the newly launched Exter and upcoming Santa Fe models.
Talking about the Creta facelift powertrain features, it will most likely retain the existing powertrain options. This includes a 115 HP, 1.5-litre petrol engine, a 116 HP, 1.5-litre diesel engine, and the 160 HP, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine introduced with the Verna.
The facelifted Creta is likely to have a vertical headlamp cluster with split units. It will also get Palisade-inspired daytime running lamps. Spy shots have indicated an all-new grille with square-like detailing. Thus resembling the Palisade. The test mules also suggest redesigned alloy wheels, similar to those on the Alcazar. Changes to the tailgate, bumper, and taillights might also come.
The Creta facelift will most likely come with 360-degree cameras and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) features. As it stands, the interior details are yet to be revealed. Although a redesigned dashboard and various new features are also in the works.
The production of the Creta facelift is set to commence in January 2024 at Hyundai’s Chennai facility. With a market launch expected in February. Once launched, the Creta facelift will compete against rivals such as the Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, MG Astor, Honda Elevate, and Citroen C3 Aircross.
With the Creta facelift update, the SUV segment will heat up pretty fast. As it stands, Creta is the most sold SUV in the market. And now, with the update coming in, more customers will join the Creta brand.
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