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Should You Buy Hyundai Creta Electric? Check Out 6 Pros And 8 Cons
Hyundai Creta EV Pros And Cons: Creta holds strong brand value among Indian consumers, driving high sales volume for the Hyundai in India. So far, the Creta was available in petrol and diesel versions, now taking a step ahead to tap the electric car market, Hyundai brought the electric version of the Creta, which is essentially the same vehicle, with EV-specific changes and updated features. Considering Creta's existing brand value, many might have planned to buy a Creta EV. However, neither it has been launched yet nor its pricing has been revealed. Although, the Hyundai gave some journalists a chance to drive and experience it. Based on the reviews done and published by them, we have prepared a list of the 6 pros and 7 cons of Creta EV, which would help you make the right decision about purchasing it.
Hyundai Creta Electric Pros
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Hyundai Creta Electric Pros
1. With EV-specific design changes, it looks good. The cabin is spacious and user-friendly with good-quality materials. Interior upgrades make it feel a step above the diesel/petrol versions.
2. The 168 BHP motor is fun to push on open roads. Claimed to sprint 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, it is quick enough to overtake easily, offering good stability.
Hyundai Creta Electric Pros
Hyundai Creta Electric Pros
3. The 200 mm ground clearance gives you the confidence to go on rough roads and uneven terrains.
4. With sorted road manners, the SUV handles very well, even on twisty roads or at a higher speed of three digits. It's easy to navigate on city roads too.
Hyundai Creta Electric Pros
Hyundai Creta Electric Pros
5. Safety features like ADAS Level 2, hill descent control, 6 airbags, all-wheel disc brakes, ESP, TPMS, and more, make you feel secure while driving.
6. The feature list is impressive. It gets panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, Bose sound system, ventilated & electrically adjustable front seats with memory function for the driver, reclining rear seats, digital key, fully digital instruments, V2L charging, rear window sunshades, in-car payment for charging and more.
Hyundai Creta Electric Cons
Hyundai Creta Electric Cons
1. Compared to rivals like the Tata Curvv and Mahindra BE 6, it has a smaller battery with a lower range (473 Km claimed).
2. The EV-specific tyres limit the car's handling and braking, which was expected.
3. The firmer suspension is evident over rough patches, whereas the regular Creta feels more forgiving.
Hyundai Creta Electric Cons
Hyundai Creta Electric Cons
4. The rear seat easily fits in two adults and a child, but would be tight with three adults.
5. Some missing features, like wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, feel like a surprising omission in a car this advanced.
6. The boot space of 433 litres is adequate, but lesser than the Tata Curvv (500 litres).
Hyundai Creta Electric Cons
Hyundai Creta Electric Cons
7. The rear seat’s under-thigh support could be better. Taller passengers might notice a knees-up position.
8. Charging infrastructure remains a challenge, which could be partially offset by offering a larger battery pack and higher range.
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