CRETA Electric Becomes First Localised Electric SUV For Hyundai

Creta Electric Becomes First Localised Electric SUV For Hyundai

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has now revealed its Hyundai CRETA Electric. The company said that the electric SUV combines bold design, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled safety to set new benchmarks in India’s EV market.

Speaking about the Hyundai CRETA Electric, Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “The Hyundai CRETA Electric marks a significant milestone for HMIL as our first localized electric SUV. Hyundai Motor Company has established itself as a pioneer in EV innovation with revolutionary and award-winning EVs like IONIQ, and the Hyundai CRETA Electric is no different.”

“Continuing the strong legacy of the CRETA brand, the Hyundai CRETA Electric combines design, technology, and exceptional safety to inspire confidence in electric vehicles among Indian customers. With the addition of this electric powertrain, we now have a CRETA for everyone. We are confident that the Hyundai CRETA Electric will set a new standard in quality for electric SUVs in India and will redefine the success of EVs in the country.”

Hyundai said that with over 1.1 million CRETA owners on the road is a testimony of the connection that the brand CRETA has established in the Indian SUV market. This phenomenal achievement underscores the unwavering trust and loyalty of the company.

Electrified Exteriors

The Hyundai CRETA Electric embodies a blend of an SUV design and modern technology, a combination that has been missing in India’s EV market, the firm said.

Inspired by Hyundai’s global Pixel design language for EVs, the Hyundai CRETA Electric features:

• Electrified Appeal – The Hyundai CRETA Electric embodies a pixelated graphic front-grille with integrated charging port and a pixelated graphic lower bumper. Complementing the front design, the pixelated graphic rear bumper, and the LED tail lamps offer an innovative and eye-catching appearance.

• Active Air Flaps (AAF) – With unique Active Air Flaps (AAF), Hyundai CRETA Electric offers an all-new standard both in terms of style and performance. The active air flaps are strategically integrated to manage the air flow and help in cooling the vehicle components & improve aerodynamic performance.

• Aerodynamic Design – The Hyundai CRETA Electric is equipped with R17 (D=436.6mm) Aero Alloy Wheels with Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) tyres, enhancing aerodynamic performance and contributing to improving the range efficiency.

• Thrilling Acceleration – With 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 7.9 seconds in (Long Range), the Hyundai CRETA Electric delivers thrilling performance for urban commuters, families, and adventure seekers alike.

• High Energy Density – Enhancing EV ownership of customers, the Hyundai CRETA Electric is available with two battery pack options: o 51.4 kWh (Long Range) offering a driving range of 473 kms iv, in single charge o 42 kWh offering a driving range of 390 kms in single charge.

• Rapid and Flexible Charging: The Hyundai CRETA Electric can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 58 minutes (DC charging), while the 11kW Smart Connected Wall Box charger can charge from 10%-100% in an impressive 4 hours (AC Home Charging).