HYUNDAI CRETA

The 2026 Hyundai Creta (MY2026) for India is a compact SUV continuing the facelifted generation first introduced in January 2024, with its rectangular parametric grille, split LED DRL/headlamp layout, and full-width rear LED light bar already in place. It remains made in India, offered in 9 trims (E, EX, EX(O), S(O), S(O) Knight, SX, SX Premium, King Edition, King Knight Edition), with the lineup simplified from 11 to 9 trims by discontinuing SX Tech and SX(O). King Edition now succeeds SX(O) as the range-topping trim and, along with King Knight Edition, exclusively offers the 1.5L T‑GDi turbo petrol with 7‑speed DCT and Level 2 ADAS. All MY2026 Creta variants now feature 3× USB Type‑C charging ports (1 front, 2 rear) across the range.

Trim & Transmission Lineup (Variants)

All variants are front‑wheel drive (FWD), right‑hand drive, 5‑seater compact SUVs. Three engines are offered

• 1.5L Kappa NA Petrol: 115 PS, 144 Nm, 6‑speed MT or CVT (iVT)
• 1.5L CRDi VGT Diesel: 116 PS, 250 Nm, 6‑speed MT or 6‑speed AT (torque converter)
• 1.5L Kappa T‑GDi Turbo Petrol: 160 PS, 253 Nm, 7‑speed DCT (King/King Knight only)

Engine & Drivetrain Matrix by Variant

Key

• Engine: 1.5 NA P = 1.5L Kappa naturally aspirated petrol; 1.5 D = 1.5L CRDi VGT diesel; 1.5 T‑GDi = 1.5L turbo‑petrol
• Trans: 6MT = 6‑speed manual; CVT = iVT; 6AT = 6‑speed torque‑converter auto; 7DCT = 7‑speed dual‑clutch auto

Dimensions

Dimensions are common across all variants.

(Kerb weight varies by engine and transmission; heavier for diesel and automatic/DCT configurations.)

Available Colors

MY2026 Creta offers mono‑tone and dual‑tone finishes, plus special all‑black themed treatments on Knight and King Knight editions.

Color Availability by Variant

Special Theme Notes

• Knight Theme (S(O) Knight)
• All‑black exterior detailing: black grille, black mirrors, darkened skid plates.
• Darkened headlamp/DRL surrounds and black roof rails.
• Interior: black upholstery with contrasting inserts, dark interior trim.

• King Knight Edition
• Full all‑black body theme with matte/muted black accents, brass interior inserts, black alloys with red brake calipers, and matte‑black emblems.
• Typically paired with darker body colors (Abyss Black, Titan Grey, Robust Emerald Pearl).

Key Features by Trim

Below is a variant‑wise overview. Feature content may vary slightly by engine/transmission, but the trim hierarchy stays consistent. A “Summer Edition” feature package is applied across EX, EX(O), S(O), S(O) Knight, SX, SX Premium (not a separate variant) and adds comfort, convenience, and cosmetic enhancements.

1. Safety & ADAS

Common Core Safety (from E upwards)

• Body & Brakes
• High‑strength body shell with crumple zones
• ABS with EBD
• Rear parking sensors
• Front disc brakes, rear drum (rear discs on higher trims)

• Passive Safety
• Dual front airbags (E/EX), increasing to 6 airbags (front, side, curtain) from mid/high trims
• Seatbelt reminder for front occupants
• ISOFIX child seat anchors from EX/EX(O) upwards

• Stability & Assistance
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) from S(O) upwards
• Hill‑start assist control from S(O) upwards
• Rear camera from EX(O)/S(O) upwards (dynamic guidelines on higher trims)

ADAS – Advanced Driver Assistance

• Level 2 ADAS (MY2026) is exclusive to King Edition and King Knight Edition
• Forward Collision‑Avoidance Assist (FCA)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Lane Departure Warning
• Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• Blind‑Spot Collision‑Avoidance Assist (BCA)
• Rear Cross‑Traffic Collision‑Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
• Driver Attention Warning and Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

(Previously also offered on SX Tech and SX(O); those trims are discontinued for MY2026.)

• Non‑ADAS Safety Enhancements (mid/high trims)
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Auto headlamps with escort function
• Electronic parking brake with auto hold (SX Premium, King, King Knight with automatic gearboxes)
• Front parking sensors (SX Premium, King, King Knight)

Trim Highlights

• E / EX
• Essential safety: dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors
• ISOFIX and basic body‑structure safety from EX

• EX(O)
• Rear camera, additional airbags in some configurations
• ESC/VSM in select combinations

• S(O) / S(O) Knight
• 6 airbags in many configurations
• ESC, VSM, hill‑start assist standard
• Rear camera with guidelines
• Knight adds cosmetic dark pack; safety comparable to S(O).

• SX / SX Premium
• 6 airbags standard
• TPMS, front & rear sensors (SX Premium)
• Electronic parking brake with auto hold (with AT/CVT)
• More robust lighting and visibility features.

• King Edition / King Knight Edition
• Full 6‑airbag suite
• All ESC/VSM/hill‑start functionalities
• Complete Level 2 ADAS package (FCA, LKA, SCC with Stop & Go, BCA, RCCA, etc.)
• Blind‑spot view and enhanced camera functions on top variants.

2. Infotainment & Connectivity

Base & Mid Trims (E / EX / EX(O))

• 2‑DIN or small‑screen audio unit (E) with USB and Bluetooth
• 4‑speaker audio (E/EX); 6‑speaker on EX(O)
• Steering‑mounted audio and phone controls from EX upwards
• 3× USB Type‑C ports (1 front, 2 rear) across all MY2026 variants
• Conventional instrument cluster with MID

S(O) / S(O) Knight

• Larger touchscreen infotainment (typically 8–10.25 in depending on spec)
• Wireless phone connectivity for audio and calls
• Enhanced MID and additional vehicle info screens
• Knight theme adds custom startup graphics and/or themed interface accents

SX / SX Premium

• 10.25‑inch HD touchscreen infotainment system
• Connected car features (remote car status, geofencing, SOS, etc., where supported)
• Integrated navigation with turn‑by‑turn prompts
• 6‑ or 8‑speaker audio, often with tweeters
• Voice recognition with “Hello Hyundai” wake command
• Wireless phone charger (SX Premium) as part of Summer Edition in some trims

King Edition / King Knight Edition (Top Infotainment)

• 10.25‑inch infotainment + 10.25‑inch digital instrument cluster (dual‑screen cockpit)
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Built‑in navigation with real‑time traffic (where available)
• Premium sound system (tuned multi‑speaker setup)
• Dashcam (front and often rear), integrated with infotainment for video review
• Advanced connected car features (remote start/stop for AT/DCT, climate control preparation)
• Custom King/King Knight UI themes and welcome animations

3. Comfort & Interior

General Comfort Across Range

• Manual air‑conditioning (E/EX), upgraded to fully automatic climate control from S(O) upwards
• Rear AC vents from EX or EX(O) upwards
• Height‑adjustable driver seat from EX(O)/S(O) upwards
• Tilt‑adjustable steering (all trims), telescopic from SX upwards
• Fabric upholstery on lower/mid trims, premium fabric/leatherette on SX/SX Premium
• Rear armrest with cupholders from S(O)/SX upwards

Summer Edition Package (EX/EX(O)/S(O)/S(O) Knight/SX/SX Premium)

• Enhancements may include
• Additional soft‑touch materials
• Seat comfort upgrades (better bolstering, accent stitching)
• Sunshades or UV‑cut glass in select trims
• Accessory package (air purifier, cushions, or mats), depending on dealer packaging

SX / SX Premium Specific Comfort

• Dual‑zone or well‑tuned automatic climate control
• Leather‑wrapped steering wheel and gear knob (often SX Premium)
• Ambient lighting in cabin (dashboard and door pads)
• Electric sunroof (SX Premium) – panoramic in higher variants
• Smart key with push‑button start and keyless entry

King Edition – Comfort & Luxury Features

• Ventilated front seats (driver and co‑driver)
• 8‑way power‑adjustable driver seat with memory function
• Premium leatherette upholstery with distinctive stitching
• Extended ambient lighting with multi‑color selection
• Panoramic sunroof
• Rear window sunshades in some configurations
• Auto‑dimming IRVM, light‑sensitive interior functions
• Enhanced NVH refinement, especially in turbo‑DCT configuration

King Knight Edition – Theme & Comfort

• All‑black cabin with brass interior inserts (dashboard, door handles, console highlights)
• Black headliner, dark‑tinted interior trim
• Ventilated front seats and 8‑way power driver seat with memory, mirroring King Edition
• Red accent stitching to match red brake calipers
• Same panoramic sunroof and premium comfort features as King Edition

4. Exterior Design & Lighting

Facelift Design (All MY2026 Trims)

• Rectangular grille with parametric detailing
• Split LED DRL/headlamp layout
• Upper DRL segments integrated into the grille line
• Lower main headlamp cluster
• Full‑width rear LED light bar joining the tail lamp clusters
• Muscular bumpers with skid‑plate effects, roof rails, and SUV cladding

E / EX / EX(O)

• Halogen headlamps (projector from EX(O) in many cases)
• LED DRLs from EX/EX(O) upwards
• Steel wheels with wheel caps (E/EX), basic alloy wheels from EX(O) in some configs
• Body‑colored bumpers and ORVMs (EX/EX(O))

S(O) / S(O) Knight

• Projector headlamps, LED DRLs standard
• 16‑inch alloy wheels
• Roof rails and more pronounced skid plates
• S(O) Knight exterior
• Black grille, black mirror caps, black roof rails
• Dark‑finish alloys
• Knight badging and blacked‑out logo treatment

SX / SX Premium

• LED headlamps, LED tail lamps including full‑width bar
• 17‑inch diamond‑cut alloy wheels on SX Premium
• Chrome exterior accents (window line, grille elements)
• Panoramic sunroof (SX Premium)
• ORVM‑mounted turn indicators

King Edition – Exterior Signature

• Dark‑chrome grille with unique parametric pattern
• Quad‑beam LED headlamps (multi‑projector or multi‑reflector LED units)
• Diamond‑cut 18‑inch alloy wheels
• Enhanced body kit with sporty bumpers and side skirts
• Subtle King badging on fenders/tailgate
• Chrome and dark‑chrome mix on exterior trim for a premium but sporty look

King Knight Edition – Exterior Signature

• All‑black theme
• Black body elements, black grille, darkened light surrounds
• Matte‑black emblems
• Black roof rails, black side skirts
• Black alloy wheels with red brake calipers
• Distinctive Knight King badging
• Dark‑tinted finishes around windows and rear elements (where regulations permit)

5. Performance & Powertrain Notes

1.5L Kappa NA Petrol (115 PS / 144 Nm)

• Available on: E, EX, EX(O), S(O, S(O) Knight), SX, SX Premium, King, King Knight
• Transmissions
• 6‑speed manual (widespread across trims)
• CVT (iVT) on S(O), S(O) Knight, SX, SX Premium, King, King Knight
• Character
• Smooth urban performance, adequate for city and light highway use
• Best suited for buyers prioritizing refinement and efficiency over outright performance

1.5L CRDi VGT Diesel (116 PS / 250 Nm)

• Available on: E, EX, EX(O), S(O, S(O) Knight), SX, SX Premium, King, King Knight
• Transmissions
• 6‑speed manual (E to King)
• 6‑speed torque‑converter automatic (S(O) and above)
• Character
• Strong mid‑range torque, ideal for long‑distance touring
• Better fuel efficiency for heavy usage
• Automatic variant offers relaxed cruising and drivability

1.5L Kappa T‑GDi Turbo Petrol (160 PS / 253 Nm)

• Exclusive to: King Edition and King Knight Edition
• Transmission
• 7‑speed dual‑clutch automatic (7DCT) only
• Character
• Significantly higher performance, quick acceleration
• Sporty response matched with stronger brakes and wider tyres on top variants
• Positioned as the enthusiast/flagship powertrain

Driving & Handling Features (mid/high trims)

• Drive mode selection (Normal/Eco/Sport) on automatic and DCT variants
• Traction mode (Snow/Sand/Mud) in some configurations (software‑based, FWD only)
• Electric power steering tuned for city maneuverability with adequate highway stability

6. Towing / Off‑Road (Brief Note)

The 2026 Hyundai Creta is a compact urban SUV with front‑wheel drive only and no dedicated low‑range gearbox. It is not configured as an off‑roader and does not provide rated heavy‑duty towing figures. Light utility use (small trailers, luggage carriers) is possible within general compact‑SUV limits, but it is primarily designed for paved roads and mild rough patches rather than serious off‑road trails.