Next-Gen Hyundai Creta to Introduce Hybrid Powertrain Option
Hybrid Joins Petrol and Diesel in Creta’s Third Generation
Hyundai is preparing to launch the third-generation Creta (codenamed SX3) with an expanded range of powertrains, including a new hybrid petrol option, in 2027. This move aligns the Creta with evolving market demands for cleaner, more efficient vehicles while maintaining versatility with petrol and diesel engine choices.
Creta Hybrid to Share Powertrain with Kia Seltos
- The upcoming Creta hybrid will use a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a hybrid system, a setup shared with the second-generation Kia Seltos hybrid.
- Engine lineup for the new Creta will include:
- 1.5-litre petrol (115hp)
- 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (160hp)
- 1.5-litre diesel (116hp)
- 1.5-litre petrol-hybrid (new)
Target Rivals: A Growing Hybrid SUV Segment
- Upon launch, the Creta hybrid will compete with:
- Kia Seltos Hybrid
- Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
- Renault Duster Hybrid
- Upcoming Nissan hybrid SUV
- The midsize SUV segment is quickly shifting towards hybrids, with rivals focusing on fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and urban-friendly performance.
Hyundai Creta Electric to Get Facelift in 2027
- Alongside the new hybrid, the Creta Electric will receive a mid-cycle refresh in 2027 rather than a complete redesign.
- Expected upgrades: revised design elements, enhanced tech, improved comfort features, and potentially a longer driving range through larger or more efficient batteries.
Hyundai’s Hybrid Strategy: Adapting to Market and Regulation
- Hyundai’s intensified focus on hybrids is partly due to CAFE Phase 3 norms, which push for greater fuel efficiency and lower emissions across the lineup.
- With the Indian EV infrastructure still in its growth phase, hybrids provide a practical bridge between conventional engines and fully electric vehicles.
- Hyundai’s product strategy aims at the Rs 15 lakh-30 lakh SUV segment, optimizing both domestic sales and exports by offering a comprehensive choice of powertrains.
Summary
The next-gen Hyundai Creta will cater to a broader audience with its new hybrid option, enhancing its competitiveness in the midsize SUV segment. This update is set to strengthen Hyundai’s position as rivals like Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, and Kia expand their own hybrid SUV offerings. Expect the new Creta lineup, including the updated Creta Electric, to launch in 2027 with improved efficiency, features, and technology.
