Hyundai Motor India today announced that its new compact SUV will be called ‘Creta’. The compact SUV was known as the iX25, but now the Creta badge will be used globally. Hyundai said that this new model will roll out in the second half of 2015 in India, followed by other world markets.
Hyundai's compact SUV is expected to come with a wide range of powertrains, such as its refined 1.6-litre diesel engine making 126 bhp and 26.5kgm of torque; the latter figure helps with the additional weight of the SUV. Hyundai is also considering the option of the 1.6 petrol engine making 121 bhp, but at a later stage. The diesel will get a six-speed manual with auto being a part of the plan too, whereas the petrol will come with a five-speed manual gearbox.
However, since the Creta is 4.27 metres long, it will miss the benefits extended to the small car category in India. The Creta is likely to be priced in the ₹ 12-14 lakh range.
Hyundai will target the Renault Duster and Suzuki's upcoming compact SUV offering, the S-Cross (or Across as it is rumored to be named) with the launch of the all-new Creta.
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