To be honest, just hearing the name Hyundai Creta is enough. When I first drove the old Creta back in 2015, I thought This SUV is just a bigger version of a hatchback. But seeing the 2026 model, I realized the company actually put in some work the design is sharper, the interiors feel modern, and the drive feels more confident. But like every car, Creta has some quirks you don’t notice at first.
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Design and Presence
The Hyundai Creta still has a catchy design. The front with LED DRLs and a bold grille gives a look at me vibe. But from the rear, the proportions sometimes feel off; the back can look a bit cramped from the side. And one more thing, the sunroof experience during a test drive, a friend said Bro, feels like the roof is slightly loose and when I drove it, I noticed a small vibration occasionally.
Engine and Drive Experience
Talking about engine options, the 1.5-litre petrol and diesel are both smooth, but on the highway, the petrol feels slightly lazy, especially with 5 adults on board. The diesel has more punch, but sometimes the turbo lag is noticeable something I’ve noticed even during my earlier driving school days. Suspension is quite comfortable in the city, absorbing potholes well, but at high-speed corners, there is some noticeable body roll.
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Interior and Comfort
The interiors have improved a lot. Soft-touch panels, touchscreen infotainment, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto all feel impressive. But in Delhi traffic, when maneuvering at low speeds, the steering feels a bit over-sensitive. Once I talked to a dealer, and he straight-up said Sir, this is Hyundai’s tuning style, people just don’t notice. I remember the time after a software update when the climate control auto-mode stopped working I realized that real-world bugs exist too, not just spec sheet numbers.
Technology and Safety Features
The tech in Creta feels reliable, but I’ve noticed lane assist overreacts sometimes, like detecting a shadow on the highway and applying brakes. The sunroof and panoramic roof combo is nice, but personally, the sunroof motor can get noisy occasionally, which is a bit annoying. Safety-wise, there are 6 airbags, ESC, and rear parking sensors, but always remember that having features and real-world reliability are two different things.
Fuel Efficiency and Real-World Performance
The organisation claims sixteen-21 km/l fuel performance, but I don't forget at some stage in a check power with AC on in traffic, it gave me round 14-15 km/l. So there's an opening among real-world overall performance and brochure claims. Diesel gives slightly higher mileage, but petrol gives smoother city comfort.
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Final Thoughts
As far as I’m concerned, the Hyundai Creta is a balanced SUV that isn’t overly flashy but feels dependable and concrete-pleasant. Minor quirks like sunroof vibrations, small software system defects, and slight throttle lag are there, which customers have to be aware of. But if you need a modern, function-wealthy compact SUV which can cope with both metropolis and coffee toll road drives, Creta remains a strong contender.
From my 10 years of experience, I’ve seen many SUVs, and Creta is one that gives confidence beyond just the specs. And yes, this is a personal feeling every test drive shows that the company has focused on small improvements that you can only truly appreciate behind the wheel.
