The Compact SUV segment of automotive industry in India is witnessing a continuous growth since the launch of Renault Duster in 2013. High Performance Engine with the Sporting look and many more similar features are the reasons for the like of the people towards the segment. The Recently launched Hyundai Creta and Maruti S-Cross of the SUV segment are expected to take this division to all new level where they are to face the competition from already established dominators of the segment Renault Duster, Ford EcoSport, Nissan Terrano.
When it comes to length S-Cross is slightly bigger than Creta however Creta grabs a point in being taller than S-Cross. Ground clearance is one thing which is important while driving on Indian roads and here too Creta has more ground clearance to offer with 183mm while S-cross sits lower than the standards of the crossover.
The Hyundai Creta will be powered by the same three engine units that are paired to the current generation Verna - 1.4-litre CRDi diesel, 1.6-litre CRDi diesel and 1.6-litre VTVT petrol - the Hyundai Creta will be launched in a total of four trim levels - Base, S, SX and SX (Optional). While the 1.4-litre diesel engine-equipped model will come with a 5-speed manual gearbox, the 1.6-litre diesel and 1.6-litre petrol-engined models will get a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmissions.
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Features/Specification
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Hyundai
Creta
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Maruti
SCross
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Length
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4270
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4300
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Height
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1630
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1575
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A.C
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Manual
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Manual
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Wheelbase (mm)
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2590
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2600
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Seating Capacity
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5
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5
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Price
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7.5-13 lakh(approx)
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8-11 lakh (approx)
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The S-Cross promises a punchy 1.6 litre DDiS - sourced from Fiat - with 118 bhp on tap. In Europe the SX4 S-Cross, as it is called, also offers the choice of a CVT. The other engine on offer is the 1.3-litre DDiS which is good for 88bhp and 200Nm of torque.
As for the mileage Maruti’s S-Cross is expected with 21-22 kmpl while Hyundai’s Creta (diesel model) is 19.67 kmpl (1.6 MT), 17.01 kmpl (1.6 AT) and 21.38 kmpl (1.4) and on Petrol Creta’s mileage is 15.29 kmpl.
Hyundai and Maruti’s price competency is always to look out for and here too, Suzuki S-Cross is priced 8.34 – 13.74 Lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) while Hyundai Creta is priced at INR 8.59 – 13.60 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)
The two cars are the powerful among the existing lot of the Duster, Ecosport and Terrano and are expected to change the scenario of the SUV segment of the automobile industry.
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