Hyundai's SUV lineup expanding: 2 New models set for India debut
Delhi : Hyundai wants to seize every opportunity because the Indian automobile market is expanding annually. With vehicles like the Seltos and Carens, its sister manufacturer Kia has significant competition in the mid-size SUV and MPV category. Here is everything you need to know about the revamped Hyundai Creta and Hyundai Alcazar, which Hyundai will release early next year in order to stay competitive.
Hyundai Creta Redesign:
Exterior
The majority of the changes are anticipated here, and the new Tucson will serve as a major influence. The front will have a big grille with LED DRLs on both ends, while the lower sides of the front bumper will house the LED headlamps. While the side profile might not change, the back will gain linked LED taillights. Roof rails, a shark-fin antenna, and 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels will all remain on it.
Interior
While extras like a dual-tone dashboard, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and an air purifier will still be available, it's anticipated that the interior will remain largely unchanged with a few minor tweaks. Features The list of features is lengthy, as would be anticipated from a Hyundai, and it starts with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple Carplay, powered driver seats, ventilated seats, an electric parking brake with auto hold, cruise control, paddle shifters, and BlueLink connectivity.
Safety
Six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold, traction control, disc brakes on all four wheels, TPMS, ISOFIX seats, and ESP are currently standard on the Hyundai Creta. All of these will also be included in the redesign. Numerous ADAS elements will be advantageous for the new Creta as well.
Drivetrain and Engine
There will be 2 engine options because the Engine and Transmission selections will remain unchanged. a 6-speed manual or CVT transmission paired with a 1.5-liter NA petrol engine with 113 horsepower and 143.8 Nm of torque. The other comes with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed torque converter and has a 1.5-liter oil burner that can provide 113 bhp of power and 250 Nm of peak torque.
Rivals
The VW Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Kia Seltos, MG Astor, MS Grand Vitara, and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder are just a few of the competitors the Creta Facelift will face. PriceDue to the limited alterations, there will only be a small price increase over the existing model, which shouldn't be more than 50,000.
Hyundai Alcazar Redesign
Exterior
Although there may be slight alterations to the front and rear ends, the basic design silhouette is anticipated to stay the same. Similar to the Creta Facelift previously stated, the front fascia will be altered, while the rear end will include new LED taillights that are connected. The rest of the car, including the side profile, will probably be the same as the outgoing design.
Interior and Features
Interior modifications will be kept to a minimum because the current model feels luxurious and features roomy third-row seating. It is anticipated that the front and second rows would have ventilated seats and wireless chargers. The panoramic sunroof, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bose audio system, ambient lighting, and air purifier will all still be included.
Safety
Although the Hyundai Alcazar has not yet undergone crash testing, Hyundai has included numerous safety measures such as six airbags as standard equipment, hill hold, hill start assistance, tyre pressure monitoring, and ESC.
Drivetrain and Engine
The 1.5-liter turbo petrol engine that generates 158 bhp/253 Nm and is mated to a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT, or the 1.5-liter turbo diesel that produces 113 bhp/250 Nm and is mated to a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter, will continue to power the Alcazar facelift.
Rivals
The Kia Carens, Maruti Suzuki XL6, Mahindra Marazzo, MG Hector Plus, and Tata Safari are among the fierce rivals of the Alcazar. PriceThe redesigned Alcazar will have a little price rise, similar to the Creta Facelift.