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Hyundai Motor India has significantly expanded its popular Knight Edition portfolio by introducing three new models: the Creta Electric Knight, i20 Knight, and Alcazar Knight. This move, announced in early September 2025 just ahead of the crucial festive season, follows the success of the Knight Edition lineup since its inception in 2022, leveraging the growing popularity of black-themed special editions among Indian buyers. This expansion now brings the Knight Edition range to six models, further cementing Hyundai's bold strategy to capture a young, style-conscious audience with striking aesthetics and premium features.
Key Highlights of the Knight Edition Expansion
Hyundai has sold over 77,000 Knight Edition units since 2022, indicating strong market acceptance.
The new Knight Editions adopt an all-black theme with brass accents, red brake calipers, and black alloy wheels.
Interiors feature a sophisticated all-black color scheme with brass inserts to enhance the premium feel.
The Creta Electric Knight offers two battery options with impressive ranges of 510 km and 420 km.
The i20 Knight and Alcazar Knight carry exclusive styling cues and refreshed features.
Prices for the new models start at ₹9.14 lakh and go up to ₹24.54 lakh, depending on the variant.
Detailed Overview of Each Model
Creta Electric Knight
Offered in the Excellence Knight variant with two battery pack choices: a 51.4 kWh battery boasting a claimed range of 510 km, and a 42 kWh battery providing a range of 420 km.
Developed to compete aggressively in the fast-growing mid-size electric SUV segment, the Creta Electric Knight offers a premium electric mobility option with connected car features and advanced safety.
The model carries the signature Knight Edition blacked-out exterior with exclusive brass-colored accents, making it stand out in both performance and style.
Pricing ranges between ₹21.44 lakh and ₹24.54 lakh (ex-showroom), factoring in these battery and variant options.
i20 Knight
Comes powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine available in Sportz (O) MT and Asta (O) IVT variants.
Knight Edition styling enhancements include black alloy wheels, black skid plates, roof rails, and an all-black interior with subtle brass inserts to elevate the cabin ambience.
Feature upgrades across the i20 lineup now include a sporty rear spoiler, dashcam, and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay for enhanced connectivity.
Price bands for the i20 Knight range from ₹9.14 lakh to ₹11.34 lakh (ex-showroom).
Alcazar Knight
Offered exclusively in the Signature 7-seater Knight variant with two powertrain choices: a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and a 1.5-litre diesel engine with a 6-speed automatic.
Introduces a new Matte Black color option in addition to existing paint offerings, reinforcing the bold and commanding road presence inherent to the Knight Edition.
Added safety and tech features include a standard dashcam across Signature variants.
The Alcazar Knight is priced at ₹21.65 lakh (ex-showroom).
Enhancements Across Other Hyundai Models
Hyundai’s Knight Edition expansion also comes with feature updates across other variants in the i20, i20 N Line, and Alcazar lineups:
The i20 range benefits from new sporty rear spoilers, integrated dashcam systems, and wireless smartphone connectivity via Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Alcazar Signature trims are upgraded with dashcams as a standard feature, improving safety and convenience.
Strategic Motive and Market Positioning
Hyundai’s expansion of its Knight Edition lineup serves as a strategic push to capitalize on heightened demand during the Indian festive season, a period known for increased vehicle sales. By integrating a striking monochromatic aesthetic paired with premium features, Hyundai appeals to young, aspirational car buyers seeking distinctiveness and sophistication. The inclusion of the Creta Electric Knight also strengthens Hyundai’s portfolio in the electric vehicle segment, where competition is intensifying from rivals such as Tata Harrier EV and MG ZS EV.
Tarun Garg, COO of Hyundai Motor India, emphasized that the current-day customer is drawn to the bold and commanding presence embodied by the Knight line-up, highlighting the collection’s blend of style, performance, and advanced technology suited for modern Indian buyers.
Summary of Pricing (Ex-Showroom)
Hyundai i20 Knight: ₹9.14 lakh to ₹11.34 lakh
Hyundai Alcazar Knight: ₹21.65 lakh
Hyundai Creta Electric Knight: ₹21.44 lakh to ₹24.54 lakh
This launch reinforces Hyundai’s position as a leader in innovation, styling, and technology integration in India’s highly competitive passenger vehicle market.
Source: News updates from Rushlane, Moneycontrol, Economic Times Auto, and Hindustan Times Auto
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