Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has introduced the Battery as a Service (BaaS) ownership model for the Hyundai Creta Electric in India. With this new ownership option, customers can now buy the Creta Electric at a starting price of Rs 10.99 lakh (ex showroom), along with a battery subscription plan starting at just Rs 3.9 per kilometre. The Hyundai Creta Electric was first launched in India in early 2025, and the introduction of BaaS is expected to make the electric SUV more accessible to a wider range of buyers.
The standard Hyundai Creta Electric continues to be priced between Rs 18.03 lakh and Rs 24.70 lakh (ex showroom). The BaaS model effectively reduces the upfront purchase price by around Rs 7 lakh, while customers pay separately for battery usage based on the subscription plan they choose.
Hyundai Creta Electric – Exterior Design
Along with the introduction of the BaaS ownership model, Hyundai has also equipped the Creta Electric with an integrated side foot step. In terms of styling, the Creta Electric closely resembles its internal combustion engine counterpart while incorporating several EV specific design elements.
At the front, it features an enclosed grille with a pixel inspired design. The charging port is neatly integrated into the centre of the grille, while the lower front bumper gets active air flaps that claim to improve aerodynamic efficiency. The SUV also gets specially designed 17 inch aero alloy wheels that further distinguish it from the regular Creta.
Hyundai Creta Electric – Interior Design and Features
Inside, the Creta Electric comes equipped with dual 10.25 inch displays that serve as the infotainment system and the digital instrument cluster. The layout is largely shared with the ICE version, although one of the biggest differences is the column mounted gear selector replacing the conventional floor mounted gear lever.
The feature list includes a panoramic sunroof, ventilated and powered front seats, automatic climate control, Vehicle to Load functionality, a 360 degree camera, digital key and connected car technology. Hyundai also offers a comprehensive Level 2 ADAS package that includes Lane Keeping Assist, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Collision Warning and Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go functionality. Safety equipment includes six airbags, Electronic Stability Control, all four disc brakes, Hill Start Assist and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.
Hyundai Creta Electric – Battery Pack, Range and Charging
The Hyundai Creta Electric is available with two battery pack options. The entry level version uses a 42 kWh battery pack with a claimed driving range of 420 km, while the larger 51.4 kWh battery pack offers a claimed range of 510 km on a full charge.
Power is sent to the front wheels through a single electric motor. The larger battery variant develops 171 hp and is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph in 7.9 seconds. The smaller battery pack is paired with a 135 hp electric motor.
Charging duties are handled by DC fast charging, which can recharge the battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 39 minutes under ideal conditions. Hyundai continues to offer an eight year or 1,60,000 km battery warranty, whichever comes first. The home charger supplied with Home Charger variants has now been updated to a 7.4 kW wall box charger, the earlier version was a 11 kW unit.
Hyundai Creta Electric – Market Positioning and Rivals
The Hyundai Creta Electric competes in one of the fastest growing electric SUV segments in the country. Its rivals include the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, MG ZS EV, MG Windsor Pro, Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella, Mahindra BE 6 and the recently launched Tata Sierra EV.
Among these competitors, the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, MG ZS EV, MG Windsor Pro and Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella already offer Battery as a Service ownership models. The Mahindra BE 6 and Tata Sierra EV currently do not offer a BaaS option, making Hyundai’s latest move an important step towards improving affordability and expanding customer choice in the electric SUV segment.
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