Hyundai has officially launched the facelifted Creta at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS). The updated B-SUV benefits from a series of visual and technological updates. The second-generation model was unveiled in 2019 but the Korean automaker opted for an early facelift bringing Tucson-inspired looks and technology. The facelifted Hyundai Creta is measuring 4,315 mm long, 1,790 mm wide, and 1,630 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,610 mm. This makes it the largest among Hyundai’s B-SUV offerings, sitting above the Venue, Bayon, and Kona.
The design changes are focused on the
front end with the addition of the “Parametric Jewel” grille with hidden LED
DRLs similar to the one introduced by the Tucson C-SUV and the Santa Cruz
pickup. The bumper is also fully redesigned incorporating the main headlights
and a wide lower intake surrounded by silver-colored trim.
The profile looks identical with the
exception of the 17-inch wheels, while at the back there are minor changes on
the LED taillights and the rear bumper. The Creta is available in four trim
levels – Active, Trend, Style, and Prime – with the latter being distinguished
by the bi-tone paint and the additional bumper and side sill extensions
featuring red accents.
The redesigned dashboard looks similar to
the Tucson, with a standard 8-inch infotainment touchscreen and an optional
10.25-inch digital instrument cluster that changes graphics according to the
selected driving mode (Eco, Comfort, Smart, Sport). Depending on the trim,
equipment includes automatic climate control with vents for all passengers, a
large panoramic sunroof, an 8-speaker BOSE Premium Sound System, leather
upholstery, ventilated front seats, air purification system, ambient lighting,
front and rear USB ports, along with a wireless charging pad.
Inside the cabin, there is room for up to
five people and 416 lt of cargo space which can grow up to
1,384 lt when the rear seats are folded. In terms of safety,
there are up to six airbags, while in the flagship trim level the ADAS suite
includes Forward, Blind Spot, and Rear-Cross Traffic Collision-avoidance
Assist, Hill-start Assist, Safe Exit Warning, and Lane Keeping Assist. Under
the bonnet, there is a naturally aspirated 1.5-liter Smartstream MPI petrol
engine producing 113 hp and 144 Nm of torque.
Power is transmitted to the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox or
Hyundai’s Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT).
The facelifted Hyundai Creta is already
available in Indonesia where it is also manufactured. We expect other markets
to follow in the coming months as its predecessor was also sold in China,
India, Russia, Brazil, and Mexico.
