Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Hyundai Creta: Performance, Features and Price

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Hyundai Creta are both midsize SUVs that come with a variety of engine choices and boast upgraded interiors and amenities. The strong-hybrid powertrain and the all-wheel-drive system (with optional CNG) are the highlights of the Grand Vitara. Available at Hyundai, the Creta is available with petrol and diesel engines, including a turbo-petrol engine, and is equipped with advanced driver-assistance technologies. Let's take a look at how the two SUVs stack up in terms of their performance, features and prices.

Performance

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1.5-litre petrol engine that is rated at around 103 PS and 139 Nm of torque. It comes with 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The SUV is also powered by a strong-hybrid engine, which consists of a 1.5-litre petrol engine and an electric motor, which together generate around 116 PS. The strong hybrid version has an e-CVT transmission and a claimed fuel economy of up to 27.97 km/l. The CNG option is also available factory fit which gives an estimated power of 89 PS and torque of 121.5 Nm. Suzuki's ALLGRIP Select all-wheel-drive system is available in select petrol variants.

The Hyundai Creta comes in three variants of engine. The 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine generates around 115 PS and 143.8 Nm of torque, while the 1.5-litre diesel engine offers a maximum of 116 PS and 250 Nm. A 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine mated to an intake manifold that delivers around 160 PS and 253 Nm is also available for the buyer. A 6-speed manual transmission, IVT, 6-speed automatic and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission are available depending on the engine.

The Grand Vitara's high-performance diesel and petrol blend is built around fuel economy, whereas the Creta is available in petrol, diesel or turbo-petrol variants, offering more engine options for those who want more power.

Features: Safety and Comfort

The Grand Vitara comes equipped with a 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen infotainment display system with built-in wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, a head-up display, ventilated front seats and wireless charging and connected-car technology. Eight powered driver's seats, air purifier and rear door sunshades are also included with higher variants. The range is fitted with 6 airbags.

The Hyundai Creta's 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is available on all variants, while a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster is fitted on selected variants. It comes standard with a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control and an eight-speaker Bose sound system on its higher trims. Selected variants also get a Level 2 ADAS package, which includes forward-collision avoidance assist, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot collision avoidance. Standard are 6 airbags.

The Grand Vitara is equipped with a head-up display and a high-performance hybrid system whereas the Creta has a dual-screen display and a Bose sound system and advanced driver-assistance systems.

Price

Priced at a range of around ₹10.77 lakh to ₹19.77 lakh (ex-showroom), the variant and powertrain-dependent Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is a mid-range vehicle.The rangey Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced at around ₹10.77 lakh to ₹19.77 lakh (ex-showroom) and is a mid-range vehicle.

The price of Hyundai Creta will range from around ₹10.90 lakh to ₹20.11 lakh (ex-showroom) across various engine, transmission and variant options.

Prices are subject to change with updates and location, please check with the manufacturers for the current price.

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Conclusion

The petrol, CNG and strong-hybrid variants of Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara are available and the all-wheel-drive system is available on some variants. The Hyundai Creta is offered with a petrol, diesel and turbo-petrol engine, and features a Bose sound system, twin 10.25-inch displays and Level 2 ADAS. The buyers will have fuel requirements, transmission preferences, safety technology and variant prices available to compare and select which SUV is best for them.