If you have been observant with our car market, the subcompact SUV segment is becoming popular. We have seen buyers moving towards this kind of vehicles as an alternative to sedans. Ford has brought in the Ecosport, Chevrolet has the Trax, and Mazda and Nissan introduced the CX-3 and Juke, respectively.
We actually didn’t hear much noise about it prior to its arrival, but of course, we are glad to welcome Creta, as it fills the slot below the Tucson.
Those who will be buying the Creta will have a choice between a 1.6 U2 CRDi and a 1.6 Gamma MPi power block. The diesel engine is paired with a six-speed manual gearbox (1.6 GL CRDi), while the gasoline variant will have either a six-speed manual (1.6 GL MT) or automatic transmission (1.6 GL AT).
The Creta has a black and gray-hued interior with am integrated audio system and digital air conditioning. The diesel and gasoline variant with automatic transmission has audio controls on the steering wheel, and all variants have fabric seats and rear aircon vents.
The exterior of the Creta follows Hyundai’s fluidic concept. The front somewhat resembles the Santa Fe, while the rear has a creative mix of curves and lines on the bumper and taillights. Its safety features include dual airbags, and anti-lock braking system with EBD, and has keyless entry with alarm across the range.
The Philippine-spec Creta comes with 16 alloys wrapped on 205/65 rubbers and will be available in six colors: (depending on the variant): phantom black, sleek silver, polar white, mystic blue, red passion, and pearl beige.
The entry-level Creta 1.6 GL MT is priced at PHP 918,000. Add PHP 70,000, you get the 1.6 GL AT. The 1.6 GL CRDi is pegged at PHP 1.038M.
