2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift spotted testing for the first time in India

The South Korean automotive giant, Hyundai Motor India, has recently set the automotive industry abuzz with the news of the first sighting of the highly anticipated 2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift. As testing continues on foreign lands, this marks the first time the SUV has been spotted undergoing rigorous testing on the roads of India. A small clip of the 2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift test mule driving around NATRAX has been shared on YouTube. The car was completely covered in black camouflage, but it can be easily recognized as the updated iteration of the highly popular mid-size SUV.

The spy video of the test mule reveals that the 2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift will come with several exciting exterior design changes. Although the vehicle was cloaked in black sheets, discerning eyes can spot some noteworthy upgrades. One of the most noticeable changes will be the introduction of a new dual-tone alloy wheel design. While the front fascia remains largely covered, industry insiders suggest that the Indian variant will feature the brand’s distinctive new parametric jewel pattern grille and vertically stacked LED headlamps on the bumper, similar to its global counterpart.

Moving inside the cabin, the 2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift is expected to receive a host of updates and features to provide an even more refined and comfortable driving experience. Among the anticipated upgrades is a digital instrument cluster that will offer drivers a high-tech and futuristic display of vital information. Additionally, the seats are likely to receive new upholstery, adding a touch of elegance and luxury to the interior. Furthermore, a 4-spoke steering wheel with paddle shifters and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster could also be offered in the SUV. Hyundai is also expected to equip the facelifted Creta with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) features, further enhancing the safety and convenience of the vehicle.

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In terms of powertrain options, Hyundai has decided to carry over the reliable and efficient 1.5-litre petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines from the current Creta model to the 2024 facelifted version. It is expected that the more powerful 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, which has already been well-received in the new Hyundai Verna, will also be offered in the forthcoming 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift. As for transmission options, the upcoming model will most likely be offered in manual, automatic (CVT), automatic (DCT), and automatic transmission.

The 2024 Hyundai Creta Facelift is scheduled to be launched in India by the beginning of next year. Once launched, it will face tough competition in the compact SUV segment, going head-to-head with formidable rivals such as the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, MG Astor, Toyota Hyryder, and the upcoming Kia Seltos facelift. Pricing details for the facelifted Creta have yet to be announced, but Hyundai is expected to offer the new model in a range between Rs 11.00 Lakh and Rs 18.00 Lakh.

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