As expected, the Creta is nearly identical to the ix25 that went on sale in China almost a year ago. Its front end falls in line with Hyundai’s latest design language thanks to a large hexagonal grille with three slats, swept-back headlights and a sculpted bumper with three air dams, while the rear end gets horizontal tail lamps that stretch far into the quarter panels. Available 17-inch alloy wheels add an upscale touch.
Interior pictures have not been published yet, but Hyundai promises select trim levels can be ordered with upscale features such as a seven-inch color touch screen, a keyless ignition, a six-speaker stereo and six airbags.
Creta buyers can choose from a 1.6-liter gasoline-burning four-cylinder engine and a pair of turbodiesel units with displacements of 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter, respectively. All engines come standard with a six-speed manual transmission, but the bigger oil-burner can be ordered with a six-speed automatic at an extra cost. Front-wheel drive is the only configuration available.
Built in Chennai, India, the Hyundai Creta is scheduled to go on sale locally on July 21st. The Euro-spec model will undoubtedly be presented to the public this September at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but whether the Creta has been earmarked for the United States is an open question.
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