Hyundai Creta EV Revealed: 473km Range, 0-100kmph in 7.9s, Level-2 ADAS Safety Features
Hyundai Motor India has announced the electric version of its popular mid-size SUV, Creta, on January 2. The South Korean automaker plans to launch this electric SUV at the upcoming India Mobility Global Expo 2025. The Hyundai Creta EV will come with two battery pack options – 51.4kWh and 42kWh. It will be available in four variants: Executive, Smart, Premium, and Excellence.
Range and Performance Claims
The company claims that this car will offer a range of up to 473 km on a full charge and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 7.9 seconds. Additionally, it will feature over 70 safety options, including Level-2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). This will be Hyundai’s most affordable EV, with an expected starting price of ₹20 lakh (ex-showroom). It will compete with Tata Curve EV, Mahindra BE6, MG ZS EV, and the upcoming Maruti E Vitara.
Exterior Design: 17-Inch Alloy Wheels
Hyundai has retained the design of the Creta EV similar to the regular Creta SUV. The front features LED daytime running lights (DRLs) and vertically connected dual-pod LED headlights, similar to the regular Creta. It also has a pixelated grille with small cubes in the center and a charging port beneath the Hyundai logo. Below the grille are four retractable air vents to cool the electric motor and battery unit. The EV lacks front fog lamps and a silver skid plate.
On the side, the car features aerodynamic design with 17-inch alloy wheels, similar to the Tata Nexon EV. The silver window appliqué seen in the regular Creta model has been replaced with a black finish. A silver skid plate is also present. At the rear, connected LED taillights resemble the regular Creta, with a redesigned bumper featuring a black trim, pixel elements, and a silver skid plate.
Interior and Features: Dual Digital Display and Ventilated Seats
The Hyundai Creta EV comes with a dual-tone cabin, resembling the standard Creta. It features a 3-spoke steering wheel with a drive selector lever similar to the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The lower center console has a unique design.
Like the ICE Creta, the dashboard has dual digital displays. The EV also offers dual-camera dashcam, a 10.25-inch digital driver display, dual-zone AC, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) charging, and drive modes. Other features include front ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), adjustable rear headrests, a three-point seatbelt on the rear bench, and a two-step recliner.
Performance: Range of Up to 473 km on Full Charge
The Hyundai Creta EV is powered by a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor with three driving modes: Eco, Normal, and Sport. The company claims it can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 7.9 seconds.
Two battery pack options, 42kWh and 51.4kWh, are available. The car offers a claimed range of 473 km with the 51.4kWh battery pack and 390 km with the 42kWh pack. Detailed specifications of the electric motor are yet to be revealed.
The Creta EV can charge from 10% to 80% in 58 minutes using a DC fast charger, while an 11kW AC wall box charger will fully charge the battery in four hours.
Safety Features: 360-Degree Camera and Level-2 ADAS
For safety, the car is equipped with six airbags (standard), a 360-degree camera, and Level-2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that include adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist. Additional features include Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), parking sensors, and ISOFIX child seat anchors.
