All-new Hyundai Creta facelift launched in India; When will it come to Malaysia?

KUALA LUMPUR: First introduced in 2020, the second-generation Hyundai Creta has received a facelift in the Indian market. The new Creta benefits from a revised exterior and interior design and new advanced features, making it more desirable. Pricing for the upgraded model begins at Rs 11,00,000 (approximately equal to RM 62,426).

The key highlights of the new Hyundai Creta facelift are -

• The facelift version gets a robust design with a more prominent and upright square grille, redesigned headlights, and connected LED DRLs with inverted L-shaped signature
• Adding to the vehicle’s overall rugged look up front is substantial cladding and a chunky skid plate on the bumper 
• The rear fascia is adorned with a new set of connected LED tail lamps and a chunky bumper while the side profile flaunts new alloy wheels

• The overhauled cabin of the new Creta is equipped with a redesigned dashboard housing new dual 10.25-inch screens (for instrumentation and infotainment system)
• On the passenger-side dashboard, there is a new piano black panel under which sits an open storage space with ambient lighting
• The car also gains a new dual-zone AC with a revised climate control panel, advanced driver assistance systems, and a 360-degree camera

• As for engine options, Hyundai India offers three choices, including a new 160 PS/253 Nm 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine exclusively available with the 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
• The continuing drivetrains include a 115 PS/144 Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol and a 116 PS / 250 Nm 1.5-litre diesel

Hyundai Creta in Malaysia

The second-generation Creta was introduced in Malaysia in April last year. Imported from Indonesia, the SUV comes in a sole 'Plus' variant, powered by a 1.5-litre Smartstream petrol engine. Hyundai Sime Darby Motors may bring the upgraded Creta to the local shores this year.

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