2021 Hyundai
Creta

With both petrol and diesel options as well as an Executive and Premium trim level available, as well as manual or automatic transmission options, the choice is entirely yours. All of the model variants available in South Africa offer a comfortable SUV option that comes standard with some of the best safety and convenience features in their class.

Currently, there are six model variants available, namely the 1.5 Premium MT, 1.5 Executive IVT, 1.5 Executive IVT 2 Tone, 1.5 Diesel Executive AT, 1.5 Diesel Executive AT 2 Tone and the 1.4 TGDI Executive DCT. To find out more about these current range models, please go the pricing and trim level breakdown at the top of this page.

Every Creta is built to the highest of standards and comes with a host of features that are normally reserved for vehicles that are in a much higher price range. Choosing the best vehicle model boils down to whether you prefer a petrol or diesel engine or enjoy driving a manual or automatic transmission vehicle. All Creta models are available in an Executive Trim Level and one Premium model variant.

This would be the impressive 1.4 TGDI Executive DCT Creta Crossover.

No, it is a Crossover vehicle which means it has SUV like qualities. In fact, it has proven to be a bit of a game-changer in the Crossover segment thanks to the fact that it has helped redefine Crossover vehicle styling while also providing some of the best SUV types levels of performance, comfort and safety in its class. To find out more about the Creta, please download our latest brochure!

This comes down to personal choice, as the petrol-driven 1.5-litre Creta engine puts out 84kW of power as does the 1.5-litre diesel engine. The 1.4-litre TGDI engine on the other hand puts out 103kW of power. Torque levels are a little different and 1.5=litre petrol engines put out 143NM of torque while the diesel engine puts out 250Nm. The impressive 1.4-litre TGDI engine provides 242Nm of torque.

Yes, it is! This would be the 1.5 Diesel Executive Creta with automatic transmission.

The Creta is available with a 6-speed automatic transmission in both the petrol-driven and Diesel driven vehicle options. This is due to the fact that 6-speed automatic transmissions are some of the most popular transmission types in the world, and because the Creta is destined to become a global model for Hyundai it needs the appeal of a globally popular automatic transmission type.

Yes, there is, in fact only the 1.5-litre Premium trim level Creta is available with a manual transmission.

The Creta comes standard with an extensive amount of safety features, which includes trim level specific Driver, Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, ABS with EBD and Daytime Running Lights. It also has an optional SatNav system available as well as Cruise Control as standard.

Without a doubt! Remember that the Hyundai brand has built a well-deserved reputation for reliability and the Creta is one of the most reliable (and desirable) Compact Crossover SUV’s that has ever been built! The available engine options are some of the most reliable Hyundai has ever built and all model variants come with a 2-Year / 50 000 km Manufacturer’s Powertrain Warranty as well as a 5-Year / 150 000 km Manufacturer’s Warranty to back up Hyundai’s claim of superior automotive reliability in the entire Creta range.

Yes, the entire Hyundai Creta range comes standard with Driver, Passenger Airbags and Side and Curtain Airbags on certain model variants as well as a host of other safety features. Download our Creta brochure for a detailed breakdown of all of the safety features available.

In South Africa, the Creta is available with a choice of either a 1.5 Litre Petrol Engine, a 1.5 Litre Diesel Engine or a 1.4 Litre TGDI Engine.

The impressive petrol-driven 1.5-litre Creta engine puts out 84kW of power as does the 1.5-litre diesel engine. The 1.4-litre TGDI engine pushes out an incredible 103kW of power. Torque levels are different depending on the engine type, with the 1.5-litre petrol engines offering 143NM of torque, the diesel engine puts 250Nm of torque and the 1.4-litre TGDI engine provides 242Nm of torque.

The 1.5-litre Creta engine puts out 84kW of power as does the 1.5-litre diesel engine while the 1.4-litre TGDI engine pushes out an incredible 103kW of power Experience the sheer driving pleasure of the Creta when you take it for a test drive at one of our Hyundai New Car Showrooms in either Knysna in the Western Cape or Midrand in Gauteng.

The boot space of Hyundai Creta is 433-litres, which is either comparable or much better than almost all other CUVs in this class. In fact, the interior space inside of the Creta is something to enjoy, as it has ample luggage and passenger space which makes it an excellent weekend getaway vehicle or “mom’s taxi” when it comes to school sports events.

The Hyundai Creta has a fuel tank capacity of 50-litres, which when combined with the fuel frugal nature of the 1.5-litre engine makes for some excellent fuel consumption and distance between tank figures.

When the only trim levels available for the Creta are Premium and Executive then you know that the interior is going to be luxurious. Standard comfort and convenience features in the cabin include a Manual Air-conditioner, an Infotainment System Radio (with USB Connection, RDS and Bluetooth Optional SatNav is also available), Bluetooth, Audio and Cruise Control, Steering Wheel Multifunction Controls, Electric Side Mirror Folding Function, Electric Front and Rear Windows, Rear Park Assist with Camera as well as a host of other features. Please note however that some interior accessories might be trim level specific.

There are 7-colours available and two 2-tone vehicle options for the Creta in South Africa. The Colours are Galaxy Blue, Polar White, Titan Grey, Red Mulberry, Typhoon Silver, Phantom Black and Lava Orange.

Yes, it does! It comes standard with a Motor-Driven Power Assisted Steering system (MDPS)!

Yes, ABS with EBD is standard across all model variants in the Creta range.

The claimed curb weight of the Creta is between 1 210kg and 1 310kg (Model Variant Dependant)!

Yes, the Creta comes standard with Cruise Control in all model variants, which are sold in South Africa.

The Hyundai Creta does not come standard with a car alarm, however, one can be fitted for you through one of our Group 1 Hyundai showrooms in Midrand (Gauteng) or Knysna (Western Cape). Please chat to one of our helpful Group 1 Hyundai Sales Team members to find out more about how we can make your New Creta even safer than ever before!

Yes, the Creta comes standard with a full spare tyre in all model variants!

In South Africa, the Creta does not come standard with a sunroof. It does, however, have large windows and a high roof, which makes it feel even more open and spacious than one would expect.

No, it is a 5-seater, 5-door Subcompact Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV). It can seat 5 adults comfortably and still take along a fair amount of luggage as well, which makes it a great vehicle for families with kids.

This fantastic SUV is available in two engine options in South Africa, namely the 1.5-litre diesel and 1.5-litre petrol. The best engine oil for these engines is SAE 15 W 40 synthetic oil. This includes Shell Helix, which is one of the best synthetic oils available in South Africa. For detailed information on the use of engine oil in the Creta please chat to one of our Group 1 Hyundai Service Centre team members.

For the best advice on engine oil use, options and oil capacity, please refer to your users manual or talk to one of our Service Centre team.

The Hyundai Creta has a tyre size of 215/60R17. These are available from any reputable wheel and tyre centre in South Africa.

The optimal tyre pressure for the Creta would be 33 psi (2.3 bar) with three passengers and baggage, and 36 psi (2.5 bar) with five passengers and a loaded boot. You can find a tyre pressure table on the inside frame of the driver’s door.

The boot space of the latest Hyundai Creta SUVs sold in South Africa is an impressive 433 litres.

The Creta can do 0kmph – 100km\h in 10-11 seconds in manual transmission and 9.2 seconds in the automatic transmission model variant*. *Under testing conditions.

The Hyundai Creta drives comfortably at 140 km\h, however, we recommend that you ALWAYS stick to the posted speed limit while driving. It can reach a top speed of around 165 km\h.

A new Hyundai Creta will always have low mileage because it is a recently manufactured vehicle. The only mileage on the clock would have been put there during the transport process from the factory to the sales floor, and this would always be very low.

The Creta can comfortably seat five passengers as well as take a considerable amount of luggage.

If you need to replace your Hyundai Creta battery please consider taking it to an approved Hyundai Service Centre or Battery Fitment Centre. If you would like to replace the battery yourself, then please feel free to chat with one of our service centre team for advice on how to do so safely.

For an easy to follow step-by-step breakdown on how to connect your Bluetooth device to your new Creta please refer to your owner’s manual. Alternatively one of our helpful Group 1 Hyundai sales Team will be able to assist you with setting it up for you.