Hyundai Creta Turns 10: India’s SUV Icon Celebrates a Decade of Dominance and Innovation

Hyundai Motor India Ltd is celebrating 10 years of the Creta, its flagship mid-size SUV that has redefined the segment since its launch in July 2015. With over 1.2 million units sold domestically and 2.87 lakh exported, the Creta remains a benchmark in design, performance, and customer trust.

 

Key Highlights:

 

The Creta commands over 31 percent market share in the mid-size SUV category as of H1 2025.

 

Annual sales surged from 92,926 units in 2016 to 186,919 units in 2024.

 

In the first half of 2025, it was the top-selling SUV and led overall vehicle sales in three out of six months.

 

Evolution and Features:

 

The Creta has evolved through two generations and multiple special editions, including the Knight and Adventure Editions.

 

It offers petrol, diesel, turbo-petrol, and electric powertrains with both manual and automatic transmissions.

 

Over 70 percent of sales in early 2025 came from sunroof-equipped variants, reflecting premium feature demand.

 

Consumer Trends:

 

First-time buyer share rose from 12 percent in 2020 to 29 percent in 2024.

 

The SUV’s appeal spans urban and rural markets, with strong traction among young and aspirational consumers.

 

Market Outlook:

 

Hyundai plans to continue innovating with hybrid and electric variants, aiming to sustain leadership in a fiercely competitive segment.

 

The Creta’s success story is backed by Hyundai’s expansive service network and consistent product updates.

 

Sources: LiveMint, DriveSpark, Economic Times Auto, Financial Express (July 2025)