Hyundai Creta Electric SUV: Earlier this year, the Hyundai Motor India has revealed its plans to produce fully EV version of the Creta SUV in early 2026. There are market rumors that the Creta EV could be unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025.The widening market gap will likely push carmakers to introduce Creta EV related models.Once it is launched it will rival the MG ZS EV, Mahindra XUV400, Tata Curvv EV and the newly launched Mahindra BE.06. It will also rival with new generation vehicles including the Harrier EV and Honda Elevate EV.
Overview of Design and Testing
The Creta EV was seen testing many times on the roads of India including the latest testing in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Despite the significant degree of disguise used on the test vehicle, it is highly similar to the current ICE model in its overall shape and proportions. It is anticipated that design profile of the new Creta EV will mirror its ICE sibling while retaining critical design traits and signatures. But adjustments can be made gradually in order to improve the aerodynamics of the car as well as its efficiency.
Changes in Exterior and Interior of Creta Ev
To make people differentiate between the ICE Creta and the Creta EV, it is expected that Hyundai will make minor exterior and interior changes to the Creta EV. Anticipated changes are the closing of the grille, front and rear bumpers, relocation logo Hyundai and charging port location at the front wing. This particular model also included aerodynamically optimized light alloy wheels on the test vehicle, which should reach a size of 17 inches.
On the interior, the Creta EV should follow the current ICE design with a new upholstery grade. Spy photos have unveiled two displays: an instrument cluster and a center console touch screen. The EV will also have its more sculpted steering wheel with the icon present across all Hyundai EV cars globally. Furthermore, the drive mode selector should be located on the steering column and is newly expected to be placed there. These are an EV-only infotainment and digital cluster display, dual-climate control, connected car, smartphone integration with wirelessly connected Apple Carplay and Android Auto, wireless charging, air ionizer, panoramic roof, power-vented seats, adjustable driver seat, 360-degree camera, and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems among others.
Range and Power of Creta EV
Still, the specifics concerning the electric motor as well as the battery pack, of the Creta EV is still hazy. While the earlier electric models in the series — Peugeot e-208 and Peugeot e-2008 — have a 50 kWh battery pack providing up to 450 km range, the new model is expected to come equipped with a 45-50 kWh battery. This flexibility is expected of Hyundai to extend by providing a number of charging methods, fast charging inclusive to maximize utility. If the trip involves standard commuting or local travel, then using the battery that comes in the car itself or even a regular home charger can take up to 6-8 hours depending upon the car’s battery support to fully charge the car but fast chargers can give a substantial charge to the car in less than an hour making it a practical daily driver and or a long trips driver.
Pricing Strategy of Creta EV
The addition of the Creta EV will add yet another SUV variant to the manufacturers’ range of offerings, in electric, turbo petrol, naturally aspirated petrol and turbo diesel options. As the Creta has been launched in India and the demand for EVs is gradually increasing, Hyundai wants to make the Creta EV as competitive as possible for people to buy. Pricing will be significant as the Creta EV has to be priced right so as to not compromise on the quality that Hyundai presents to users while at the same time offer some of the luxury features being marketed.
