Hyundai Motor India has expanded its popular mid-size SUV lineup with the launch of the Creta King Series, introduced to mark 10 years of the Creta in India. With prices starting at ₹17.85 lakh (ex-showroom), the new flagship variants – Creta King, Creta King Limited Edition, and Creta King Knight. These new variants bring design upgrades, new features, and expanded engine choices to Hyundai’s best-selling model.
Creta King Series – Exterior Design
The Creta King Series continues Hyundai Creta’s established design language but adds exclusive styling cues to set it apart from standard trims. The King trim features 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, a unique “King” emblem, and the introduction of a new Black Matte paint option. The Limited Edition and Knight versions carry forward the theme, with the Knight available exclusively in matte black alloys and an all-black styling package. The new design changes give it a stealthy appearance and put it in contention with the swarm of black edition themed SUVs in the segment.
Creta King Series – Interior Design
Inside, the Creta King Series is kitted out with a host of new features. The King variant introduces premium comfort features such as an 8-way electrically adjustable passenger seat, power seat memory for the driver, and an electric walk-in device for added convenience. Practical touches like seatback tables with retractable cup holders and a sliding front console armrest with storage enhance usability. Hyundai has also included a factory-fitted dashcam, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and dual-zone automatic climate control with a touch interface.
The King Limited Edition variant adds exclusive King-branded elements on the headrest cushions, key cover, carpet mats, and seat belt covers. These additions provide a sense of exclusivity for customers and also celebrate the Hyundai Creta’s 10-year sales milestone.
Creta King Series – Engine and Powertrain
The Creta King Series offers multiple engine choices to suit diverse buyer preferences. Customers can opt for the 1.5-litre MPi petrol with a 6-speed manual or IVT automatic, the 1.5-litre U2 CRDi diesel with manual or 6-speed automatic, and the more performance-oriented 1.5-litre turbo GDi petrol paired with a 7-speed DCT.
Creta King Series – Safety Features
The Creta King Series also introduces some key safety features. In addition to six airbags, ABS, and ESC, the new trims feature a standard dashcam, a very important and practical addition in the segment. The King Series also gets ADAS since it is based on the top SX(O) trim lines. The ADAS features include, lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, blind-spot assist, adaptive cruise control etc.
Creta King Series – Pricing and Variants
In terms of pricing, the Creta King Series starts with the King variant at ₹17.88 lakh (1.5-litre petrol manual), with the diesel automatic going up to ₹20.42 lakh. The Creta King Knight is positioned slightly higher, ranging from ₹19.49 lakh for the petrol IVT to ₹20.77 lakh for the diesel automatic. The most expensive option in the lineup is the Creta King Limited Edition, priced between ₹19.64 lakh for the petrol IVT and ₹20.91 lakh for the diesel automatic.
Creta King Series – Market Positioning and Rivals
The Creta King Series positions itself at the premium end of the mid-size SUV segment. With prices touching ₹20 lakh, it competes against a long list of “black” and “dark” edition themed SUVs namely the Kia Seltos X-Line, Honda Elevate Black Editon, Skoda Kushaq Sportline, Tata Harrier Dark Edition and Tata Curvv Dark Edition. Hyundai’s move also comes at a time when the mid-size SUV segment is fiercely competitive, with automakers introducing new features to lure customers.
Commenting on the introduction of Creta King, Mr. Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “At HMIL, we have always believed in delighting our customers with fresh choices and enhanced experiences. Ahead of this festive season, we are excited to introduce the Creta King and Creta King Limited Edition in our blockbuster SUV, the Hyundai Creta. These additions, coupled with enriched feature offerings in the Creta line up will reinforce our commitment to offering products that blend style, performance, technology and safety. We are confident that these new introductions will add to the festive excitement and further strengthen the appeal of Hyundai’s most loved SUV among Indian customers.”
Creta King Series – Features Across Variants
Further bolstering the legendary Creta lineup, Hyundai has introduced a set of new features across select trims. These include dual-zone automatic temperature control (DATC) with a touch panel, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a dashcam, and larger R18 alloy wheels. The Creta N Line has also been updated with the same additions such as DATC, wireless smartphone integration, and dashcam across its variants.
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