2018 Hyundai Creta India Launch - Press Release

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Hyundai Launches Most Preferred Perfect SUV –
‘The New 2018 CRETA’
‐ Most LovedMade-in-IndiaSUV withover4 Lakh Happy Global Customers
‐ New2018 CRETA isdesignedtocare itspassengers
‐ Bolder and Stronger ExteriorDesign withHyundai’sSignature Cascade DesignFrontGrille
that CommandsStrongRoad Presence
‐ The expressiveandpowerfulfrontadoptsthe Hyundai SUV familyidentity
‐ First in Segmentfeatures – Smart Electric Sunroofand Power Driver Seats
‐ Introductionof New Age TechnologyFeatures –Smart Key Band, Wireless Phone Charger,
AutoLink ConnectedCar Technology givesIt A Unique DrivingExperience
‐ Best-in-class3year UnlimitedKilometersWarrantywithRoadSide Assistance
Model Engine Variant GST Ex-Showroom Price (Delhi)
Creta
1.6 PL
E 943,908
E+ 999,900
SX 1,193,934
SX Dual Tone 1,243,934
SX AT 1,343,834
SX (O) 1,359,948
1.4 DSL
E+ 999,900
S 1,173,893
1.6 DSL
S AT 1,319,934
SX 1,323,934
SX Dual Tone 1,373,934
SX AT 1,483,934
SX(O) 1,503,934
*All prices in INR
New Delhi, May 21, 2018: Hyundai Motor India Limited, the country’s second largest car
manufacturer and the largest exporter since inception announced the launch of the Perfect

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SUV- The New 2018 CRETA. The New 2018 CRETA personifies perfect harmony between style
and performance for the diverse customers’ needs.
The New 2018 CRETA with its bold and aggressive front styling and tall and sporty stance will
further strengthen Hyundai’s hold in the SUV segment. The Indian Car of the Year 2016
(ICOTY), CRETA, has always been the preferred choice of customers looking for a Perfect
SUV. With a blend style, performance and safety, the new 2018 CRETA further ups the
benchmark with its Bold and Sporty Exteriors - Cascade Design Front Grille, New Age
Technology Features and Advanced Connectivity options. To heighten the brand’s
technology appeal among the youth, features such as Smart Electric Sunroof, Cruise
Control, 6-way Power Driver Seats, Smart Key Band and Wireless Phone Charger have been
added while to ensure enhanced customer convenience, Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock,
Sliding Front Armrest and Driver Seat Height Adjustment are provided as standard. With all
the new additions, the New 2018 CRETA provides high value to customers across all trims.
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Y K Koo, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd said, “Since
the launch of the first CRETA in 2015, Hyundai has become an established brand in the SUV
segment. It is the cornerstone of Hyundai‘s longstanding SUV presence which will impress
customers with its premium design, spacious interior and its advanced connected
technologies. The benchmark success of CRETA with over 4 Lakh Happy customers globally is
a testimony of the customers’ increasing preference towards Hyundai’s Modern Premium
products.”
“We are confident, the New 2018 CRETA will create new benchmarks in the SUV segment
with its Superior Performance and New Age Technology features while creating Brilliant
Ownership experience.” he added.”
Iconic Design with Bold and Sporty Exterior
The front design of the New 2018 CRETA exudes confidence and appeal. Its new Bold Front
commands authority and strong stance gives it a robust road presence. Smooth creased
hood lines, voluminous bumper and Next- gen imposing Cascade Design Front Grille give an
impressive and dynamic look. Finely sculpted aerodynamic outside mirrors are integrated
with LED side Indicators brings a sporty and aerodynamic appeal to the side profile. The Key
Exterior Features as follows:
 Bi-functionalProjectorHeadlamps (New)
 LED DRL & PositioningLamps (New)
 R17 DiamondCut Alloysaccentuatessportylook (New)
 Dual Tone Front& RearBumpers (New)
 BoldFront & Rear SkidPlates (New)
 StylishSplitTail Lamps (New)
 Side BodyCladding
 Shark FinAntenna(BestinSegment)
 Glossy‘A’Pillar
Premium and Hi-tech Interiors
The New 2018 CRETA has a refined and ergonomic interior architecture. Everything about
the cabin of the New 2018 CRETA has been designed for utmost comfort and convenience to
the driver and to the passenger. The luxurious details such as soft touch paint on crash pad,
leatherette finish on the door, steering and seats make for a premium image. The crash pad

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with its futuristic water flow inspired design and smart ergonomic contours make the cabin
environment pleasing and enjoyable.
New 2018 CRETA is also available with New Tangerine Orange Interior Colour pack with
Dual Tone Exterior colour options.
The customers will experience the following New Hi-tech & Convenience Features:
 Smart ElectricSunroof (First-in-segment)
 6-wayPowerDriverSeats (First-in- Segment)
 Cruise control (New)
 Smart KeywithpushButtonStart
 FATC withClusterionizer(BestinSegment)
 Slidingfrontarmrest (Standard)
 Driverseatheightadjustment (Standard)
 Rear ACvents
 Rear seatswith60:40 split
Advanced Connectivity
The New 2018 CRETA comes with Next Gen infotainment system for enhanced connectivity
and better user interface. The New 17.77 Touchscreen AVN system comes with IPS Display
& Capacitive Touch for improved view ability and smoother operation along with
smartphone connectivity - Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and MirrorLink , providing seamless
integration of App based navigation, streaming audio and smartphone applications.
Taking connectivity to next level, the New 2018 CRETA comes with First in Segment- Smart
Key Band which is a new age device with in-built functionality of a smart key and fitness
tracker controlled by smartphone application.
AutoLink Connected Car Technology is a dynamic new way to stay connected to your car.
The vehicle health check, driving information, road side assistance, driving history, eco
driving and vehicle health history, all can be checked with the tap of a finger.
The New 2018 CRETA is equipped with unique First in Segment Wireless Phone Charger for
enhanced customer convenience.
New Age technology Features:
 Smart Keyband(H-Band) (Firstin Segment)
 Wireless Phone Charger(FirstinSegment)
 AutoLinkConnectedCarTechnology (FirstinSegment)
 iBlue App AudioControl App (New)
Unmatched Safety
In line with Hyundai’s promise of safety, the New 2018 CRETA boasts of a strong body
structure, made with Ultra-high Strength Steel (UHSS) and Advanced High Strength Steel
(AHSS). The strong HIVE Body Structure denotes structural strength, stability and connotes
sturdiness. The ring shaped frames applied at B-Pillar, C-Pillar and engine bay helps to
achieve high body rigidity, improved durability and crash performance. The ring frame
structure realizes a significant increase in body stiffness, which contributes to more precise
handling while maintaining excellent ride quality.

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Six airbags reveal Hyundai's uncompromising approach to safety engineering. Dual front
airbags, front seat side- impact and side curtain airbags work together with the seatbelts and
the available pre-tensioning system to take the safety of the vehicle to a unparallel level.
Class Leading Safety Features:
 6 Airbags (Best-in-Segment)
 Dual Airbags with ABS and EBD (Standard)
 High braking efficiency & Effective Braking Control with ESC and VSM
 Hill Assist Control (HAC) for a safe start on an uphill incline without rolling
backwards
 Electrochromic Mirror (New)
 Front Seatbelts with Pretensioners (New)
 Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock (Standard)
 Rear parking assist system with rear view camera
 Stating Bending Lights
 Child Seat Anchor (ISOFIX)
Superior Powertrain
Best in class high performance, powerful and refined engine of the New 2018 CRETA makes
the drive pleasurable and fun-filled. The 1.6 Petrol generates segment best power of 123 ps
while the 1.6 CRDi diesel engine generates segment best power of 128 ps. A more fuel
efficient 1.4 Diesel engine with 90 ps is also on offer.
The 6-speed Manual transmission and the 6-Speed Automatic transmission in both petrol
and diesel offer a blend of high performance, better fuel efficiency & enhanced driving
pleasure. The New 2018 CRETA offers improved fuel efficiency by up to 3% in petrol and up
to 4% in diesel engine.
The New 2018 CRETA has class-leading NVH performance by the use of enhanced sound
absorption materials, advanced engineering design of engine, transmission and body
structural parts thus ensuring quiet cabin. The NVH has been well contained to barely
perceptible levels with the use of dash insulators, anti-vibration pads, sound deadener
coating on floor, optimized engine mounts, tunnel area rigidity and application of dual
sealing structure on doors.
Product Confidence: Customer Delight
Hyundai’s vision to be the Life time partner of its customers is the reason behind Best-in-
class warranty of 3 Years Unlimited Kilometres with Road Side Assistance.
Variants & Colours
The New 2018 CRETA is available with 7 Exterior single tone colour options and 2 Dual tone
colour options. Additionally, two new colours have been added – Marina Blue and Passion
Orange along with new Dual Tone Passion Orange and Black.
About HMIL
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor
Company (HMC). HMIL is the second largest car manufacturer and the number one car

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exporter since inception in India. It currently has nine car models across segments – EON,
GRAND i10, ELITE i20, ACTIVE i20, XCENT, VERNA, ELANTRA, CRETA & TUCSON. HMIL’s fully
integrated state-of-the-art manufacturing plant near Chennai boasts advanced production,
quality and testing capabilities.
HMIL forms a critical part of HMC’s global export hub. It currently exports to around 88
countries across Africa, Middle East, Latin America, Australia and Asia Pacific. To support its
growth and expansion plans, HMIL currently has 493 dealers and more than 1,306 service
points across India. In its commitment to provide customers with cutting-edge global
technology, Hyundai has a modern multi-million dollar R&D facility in Hyderabad. The R&D
centre endeavours to be a center of excellence in automobile engineering.
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