New Hyundai Creta Caught Testing Revealing Multiple Details

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The third generation Hyundai Creta test mule reveals a boxier body, new lighting, redesigned alloy wheels and ADAS equipment

Hyundai has been caught testing the next generation Creta multiple times on public roads in recent months ahead of its market launch sometime next year. The third-gen SUV is under development with a substantially different exterior design, new interior finish and a revised platform. The set of new spy shots reveal more of the front and rear styling along with new alloy wheels, etc.

The heavily camouflaged prototype gains noticeably squarer proportions than the current model. The roofline looks flatter and the rear glass sits more upright. Meanwhile, the body also looks visually wider from the rear. The overall shape points to a more upright profile. The prototype gets a large rectangular grille with block-like internal elements.

The radar sensor appears to sits centrally in the lower area as it will be available with Level 2 ADAS tech in the top-spec trims. Meanwhile, the lighting is expected to retain a split arrangement. Slim daytime running lamps sit higher up and the primary headlamp units are positioned lower in the fascia alongside a refreshed bonnet structure.

The side and rear sections reveal further changes. The alloy wheels carry a new design and earlier prototypes have shown other patterns as well. The ORVMs also carry camera pods for the 360-degree camera system. Flush-style door handles have been spotted on other mules. At the rear, three horizontal LED elements sit on each outer corner. The broad rear windscreen and roof spoiler further alter the Creta profile.

The cabin is expected to receive an equally extensive update. Earlier prototypes have shown a much larger central infotainment display and a slimmer digital instrument screen. Hyundai Pleos Connect software is also expected to feature on the new Creta. Meanwhile, the dashboard layout, seats and interior trim will change substantially with a new white and grey dual-tone finish. The new architecture should also free up more passenger room compared to the current model.

The third generation Creta will move to Hyundai’s K3 architecture which also supports the new Kia Seltos. The platform change should support larger exterior dimensions and a more spacious cabin. The existing engine family could largely carry over. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5-litre turbo petrol and 1.5-litre diesel are expected to stay in the range.

Meanwhile, a 1.5-litre strong hybrid is also likely to take on Victoris, Grand Vitara and Hyryder. It will be packed with features and will continue to take on its cousin Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, Skoda Kushaq, Honda Elevate, Maruti Suzuki duo of Grand Vitara and Victoris, Toyota Hyryder and Volkswagen Taigun.

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