Cars to buy instead of the Hyundai Creta
Launched back in 2015, Hyundai Creta soon became the first choice for buyers who were looking for something in the mid-size SUV segment. Back then we had the choices of Renault Duster and Nissan Terrano which offered excellent ride quality, but Creta was able to create its own space, thanks to the extremely ease of driving the car offered. Fast forward to 2023 and Creta still continues to offer ease of driving along with some best in class features and Hyundai’s reliability. Also it is one of the best selling mid size SUVs and with such a huge demand the waiting period is also going higher and higher. However, the Creta is not the only car to deliver what buyers are looking for. Hyundai’s own sister brand Kia, and other brands are already in the competition and stands pretty solid against the Hyundai Creta. So if you are in the market for mid size SUV and looking for something other than the Hyundai Creta, check out our today’s article about cars to buy instead of the Hyundai Creta.
Cars to buy instead of the Hyundai Creta – 1. Kia Seltos
Based on the Hyundai Creta, the Kia Seltos holds a very strong position against the Creta. It attracted many buyers right from the time of launch and with the 2023 facelift, Kia has upped the game with Seltos.
The car is completely based on the Creta, meaning it shares the platform and engine and transmission with the Creta, but with a different design approach.
Seltos, when compared to Creta looks more sporty and has a sportier looking interior too. It even comes with some unique features like dual zone climate control, twin screen curved display, sequential led indicators, and those who love sunroof in their cars, Kia Seltos now comes with a huge panoramic sunroof as well.
Also, with the facelift, Kia has now introduced ADAS with the Seltos.
Talking about the engines, the Seltos shares the powertrain with the Hyundai Creta. It has options of both petrol and diesel which are available with options of manual iMT, which is clutchless manual, torque converter and CVT gearboxes.
It also comes with a more powerful 1.5-litre turbo (158 bhp/253 Nm) petrol engine mated to 7-speed DCT transmission.
So if you are interested in buying one, the Kia Seltos comes at a price tag of 12.98 lakh to 24.07 lakh, on-road Mumbai.
2. Skoda Kushaq & Volkswagen Taigun
The other options to go for are the Germans, the Skoda Kushaq and the VW Taigun. Both the SUVs share similar relations like what the Creta and Seltos shares. Both are based on the same platform and share similar powertrain options.
But what makes these two SUVs stand out is that both of them have scored a complete 5-star ratings in the Global Ncap crash test. They are built on Skoda’s MQB-A0-IN platform which is specially developed for India.
Both the cars get very clean interior layouts and although not as feature rich as their Korean rivals, both SUVs are decently loaded with features. They are equipped with wireless charger, six-speaker sound system with subwoofer, single-pane sunroof, auto-dimming IRVms, and so on.
Both these SUVs get a 1.0-litre (114 bhp/178 Nm) and 1.5-litre (148 bhp/250 Nm) turbo petrol engines mated to manual and DSG transmissions.
For pricing the Skoda Kushaq has been priced at 13.64 lakh to 23.30 lakh on-road Mumbai while the VW Taigun is priced at 13.73 Lakh to 22.75 Lakh on-road Mumbai.
3. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
If you are in the market to buy a mid size SUV with fuel efficiency being your priority then the Grand Vitara and Hyryder should be your choice.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder are another pair of SUVs in the segment which are shared between Maruti Suzuki and Toyota.
With this SUV the Maruti brings back the iconic Grand Vitara nameplate back to attract more buyers. The SUV is based on Maruti’s Global-C platform which is shared with their compact SUV, the Vitara Brezza.
Both the SUVs offer enough space and have some of their own positive points.
Firstly these are the only SUVs to offer a Strong Hybrid and AWD system. They are powered by a sole 1.5-litre petrol engine with mild hybrid (1.5-litre with ISG) producing 103 bhp and 137 Nm of torque. It comes with options of Torque Converter and manual transmissions. While the strong hybrid has a power output of 113 bhp and 122 Nm of torque mated to only CVT transmission. Also with the strong hybrid setup, it offers an impressive claimed mileage of 27.97 kmpl.
Both the SUVs are equipped with features like heads-up display, 9.0-inch infotainment system, ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, digital instrument cluster and a 360-degree camera.
In terms of pricing, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder comes at an on-road Mumbai price of 13.07 Lakh to 23.70 Lakh and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced at 12.57 Lakh to 23.27 Lakh on-road Mumbai.
Cars to buy instead of the Hyundai Creta – 4. Mahindra Scorpio N
If you are in the market in search of a full size SUV with excellent off-road capabilities, then the Mahindra Scorpio N Z4 is the only choice available for you.
The Mahindra Scorpio N is the only full-size SUV you can buy instead of the Hyundai Creta at this price point. And no, you do not get the fully loaded Scorpio N, but what you get is strong mechanics of the Scorpio N.
Also, it is the only SUV which is based on a ladder on frame platform and comes with hardcore 4X4 capabilities.
For features you get manual AC vents, steering wheel controls, drive modes (Zip, Zap & Zoom), MID, and rear AC vents.
The Scorpio-N Z4 comes with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol and 2.2-litre diesel engine. Also you get a higher-tuned 2.2-litre diesel engine capable of producing 172bhp and 370Nm(MT)/400Nm(AT) of torque. Even you have options of both Manual and Automatic transmissions paired with both engines. However the 4X4 option is available only on the diesel manual option in this variant.
The on-road Mumbai price of Scorpio N Z4 petrol starts at 17.51 Lakh and goes up to 21.53 for the diesel 4X4.
5. Hyundai Verna
Although not an SUV, the Hyundai Verna stands a great choice even against the Hyundai Creta. The sedan received a major update a few months back and Hyundai has completely changed the game.
Firstly, the car received some exclusive features like the Bose 8-speaker sound system, smart trunk, ambient lighting, paddle shifters and ADAS. Also it received the segment’s most powerful engine.
It comes with a 1.5-litre (113 bhp & 143.8 Nm) naturally aspirated and a 1.5-litre (158 bhp & 253 Nm) turbocharged engine. The naturally aspirated engine comes with an option of manual and CVT. While the 1.5-litre turbo engine comes mated to manual and DCT transmission.
The Hyundai Verna comes at an on-road Mumbai price from 13.06 Lakh to 20.50 Lakh.
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