In the stiff competition between compact SUVs in the auto market, Indian automaker Maruti Suzuki’s Grand Vitara and South Korean auto giant- Hyundai Creta are two of the undisputed leaders in the segment.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, which arrived last year with a brand new look, design, and performance is soon making its way to the Indian market. Probably, this will be September.
Moreover, Maruti has had high hopes to lead the compact SUV segment with the introduction of the new Grand Vitara. However, how will this funky SUV compete with the current king of SUVs in India- the Hyundai Creta?
We will get to the conclusion only when the time arrives. However, today in this article, we have briefly compared the features, specs, safety, and price of these two popular SUVs.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara VS Hyundai Creta
Design and Dimensions
Design-wise, the new Grand Vitara houses a new ‘NEXware” grille with a raised bonnet. It features three-element LED DRLs with integrated turn indicators.
The new looks of the SUV emit a funky and modern design while still retaining the classic SUV looks.
On the other hand, the Hyundai Creta also feels like a modern-day SUV with its sleek lines, large front grille, and sporty stance.
Grand Vitara VS Hyundai Creta Dimensions:
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Dimensions |
Grand Vitara |
Hyundai Creta |
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Length |
4,345 mm |
4,300 mm |
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Width |
1,795 mm |
1,790 mm |
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Height |
1,645 mm |
1,635 mm |
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Wheelbase |
2,600 mm |
2,610 mm |
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Fuel capacity |
45-litres |
50-litres |
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Ground Clearance |
210 mm |
190 mm |
Interior
Most of the modern interior features in both SUVs are very common. Both the SUV receive features such as ventilated seats, adjustable seats, smartphone connectivity, digital instrument cluster, sunroof, push-button start, automatic climate control, cruise control, rear AC vents, wireless charging, and so on.
However, we can discern some differences in the interior. For instance, the Grand Viata hosts a 9.0-inch infotainment unit while the Hyundai Creta features a 10.3-inch infotainment system.
Similarly, you will also get a premium Bose Sound system in the Creta which is replaced by a minimal audio unit in the Grand Vitara.
Both of these vehicles offer different engine options and transmissions as well. Here are the engine options, transmission options, and performance figures of both SUVs.
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Engine and Performance?
Both of these vehicles offer different engine options and transmissions as well. Here are the engine options, transmission options, and performance figures of both SUVs.
2022 Grand Vitara
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Mild Hybrid |
Strong Hybrid |
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Displacement |
1.5-litre |
1.5-litre |
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Power |
101 bhp |
114 bhp |
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Torque |
136.8 Nm |
122 Nm |
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Gearbox |
MT/AT |
e-CVT |
Hyundai Creta
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Petrol NA |
Petrol Turbo |
Diesel |
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Displacement |
1.5-litre |
1.4-litre |
1.5-litre |
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Power |
113 bhp |
138 bhp |
113 bhp |
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Torque |
144 Nm |
242 Nm |
250 Nm |
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Gearbox |
MT/CVT/iMT |
DCT |
MT/AT |
Safety Features (Hyundai Creta VS 2022 Grand Vitara)
Now coming on to the most crucial facet, i.e.the safety. What are the key differences?
If we are to compare all the key safety specs in both Grand Vitara and Hyundai Creta, both of the SUVs do have common safety features as standard.
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Both of the SUVs equip 6 airbags, Hill Hold Assist, 3-point seatbelts, reverse camera, ISOFIX child seat anchors, ESC, ABS with EBD, and more.
However, you will also be benefitted from a 360-degree camera in the 2022 Grand Vitara.
Pricing? (Hyundai Creta VS 2022 Grand Vitara)
The price of the new Hyundai Creta starts at INR 10.44 lakhs and goes up to INR 18.18 lakhs in India (ex-showroom)
Coming on to the 2022 Grand Vitara, the price of the SUV is still not confirmed for India. However, as per speculations, the new Grand Vitara is also expected to hold a starting price tag of around INR 10 lakhs in India.
Glancing at the pricing scenario, we can expect that both of these SUV models is going to remain hardcore competitors in the future.
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