The arrival of the Tekton has helped Nissan make a much-needed comeback to the popular mid-size SUV segment. On the other hand, Hyundai has championed this space with the Creta, which continues to lead sales. But which of the two SUVs offers better value when you compare their top-spec versions on paper? We find out. For this comparison, we’ve chosen the Tekna+ and King trims of the Tekton and Creta, respectively.
Explore full specs, features, and a price breakdown in our Tekton vs Creta comparison.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Dimensions
Tekton’s dimensions are higher than those of the Creta’s
Nissan Tekton vs Duster: Dimensions | |||
Nissan Tekton | Hyundai Creta | Difference | |
Length (mm) | 4,349 | 4,330 | +19 |
Width (mm) | 1,815 | 1,790 | +25 |
Height (mm) | 1,674 | 1,635 | +39 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2,657 | 2,610 | +47 |
Ground clearance (mm) | 212 | 190 | +22 |
Boot space (litres) | 518 | 433 | +85 |
As far as dimensions are concerned, the Tekton is the larger vehicle overall. It is 19mm longer, 25mm wider, and has a 47mm bigger wheelbase. Additionally, it rides 22mm higher off the ground, and its 518-litre boot is the largest in the segment.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Engine specifications
Tekton solely powered by turbo-petrol, while Creta gets diesel and NA petrol engines
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Engine specifications | ||
Nissan Tekton | Hyundai Creta | |
Engine options | Turbo-petrol | Naturally aspirated petrol | Turbo-petrol | Diesel |
Displacement | 1.0-litre | 1.3-litre | 1.5-litre | 1.5-litre | 1.5-litre |
No. of cylinders | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Power (hp) | 100 | 163 | 115 | 160 | 116 |
Torque (Nm) | 166 | 280 | 144 | 253 | 250 |
Gearbox | 6MT | 6DCT | 6MT/CVT | 7DCT | 6MT/6AT |
In top-spec guise, the Tekton is offered with two turbo-petrol engines, whereas the Creta has a diverse powertrain lineup comprising naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol and diesel engines. The same is the case for gearbox options, as the Creta offers different automatic transmissions depending on the engine chosen. The Nissan Tekton’s 1.0-litre and 1.3-litre turbo-petrol units are the least and most powerful engines here, respectively.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Exterior features
Only the Tekton comes with fog lamps
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Exterior | ||
Nissan Tekton | Hyundai Creta | |
Headlights | Auto LED | Auto LED |
Taillights | Connected LED | Connected LED |
DRLs | Connected LED | Connected LED |
Front fog lamps | LED | No |
Rear fog lamps | LED | No |
Puddle lamps | Yes | Yes |
Wheels | 18-inch | 18-inch |
Powered ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Roof rails | Yes | Yes |
Colour | Monotone, dual tone | Monotone, dual tone, matte |
On the exterior front, the Tekton and Creta’s top-spec versions come replete with connected LED light setups, 18-inch alloys, powered ORVMs and roof rails. However, front and rear fog lamps are found only on the Tekton. Monotone and dual-tone colour options are on offer with both models, but the Creta is also available with matte-finished paint jobs.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Interior and features
Tekton misses out on feel-good features that the Creta gets
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Interior and features | ||
Nissan Tekton | Hyundai Creta | |
Driver’s display | 10.25-inch | 10.25-inch |
Infotainment screen | 10.1-inch | 10.25-inch |
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
Audio system | 6-speaker Arkamys | 8-speaker Bose |
Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Climate control | Dual-zone automatic | Dual-zone automatic |
Rear AC vents | Yes | Yes |
Driver seat adjustment | 6-way | 8-way with memory |
Front passenger seat adjustment | 6-way | 8-way |
Front seat features | Ventilation | Ventilation |
Boss mode | No | Powered |
Powered tailgate | Yes | No |
Seat upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette |
Reclining rear seats | No | Yes |
Steering wheel adjustment | Tilt, telescopic | Tilt, telescopic |
Wireless phone charger | Front | Front and rear |
Air Purifier | Yes | No |
Sunshades | Magnetic (all windows optional) | Retractable (rear windows) |
Connected car tech | Yes | Yes |
Rear armrest | Yes | Yes |
Ambient lighting | Yes | Yes |
USB ports | 4x type-C | 4x type-C |
The Tekton comes with an air purifier and a powered tailgate over the Creta, but the latter gets a slightly bigger infotainment screen, additional speakers, more adjustment for the powered front seats, driver seat memory, reclining rear seats, boss mode, and an additional wireless phone charger at the back.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Driving Features
Tekton gets steering modes, while the Creta gets traction modes
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Driving Features | ||
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Driving Features | Nissan Tekton | Hyundai Creta |
Drive modes | Eco, Comfort | Eco, Normal, Sport |
Steering modes | Low effort, High effort | No |
Traction modes | No | Snow, mud, sand |
Paddle Shifters | Automatic only | Automatic only |
Cruise Control | Adaptive | Adaptive |
While the ‘Eco’ drive mode is common on both SUVs, the Tekton gets a ‘Comfort’ mode, while the Creta features ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’ driving modes. Steering modes are present only on the Tekton, while the Creta gets traction control modes for different terrains. In top-spec guise, both SUVs have adaptive cruise control and paddle shifters with their automatic variants.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Safety features
Both SUVs are equally matched with basic and advanced safety tech
Nissan Tekton vs Kushaq Prestige: Safety features | ||
Nissan Tekton | Hyundai Creta | |
Airbags | 6 | 6 |
ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2 |
Camera setup | 360-degree | 360-degree |
Parking sensors | Front and rear | Front and rear |
Electronic parking brake | DCT variant only | Yes |
TPMS | Yes | Yes |
IRVM | Auto-dimming | Auto-dimming |
Rear wiper, washer | Yes | Yes |
Rear defogger | Yes | Yes |
Hill start assist | Yes | Yes |
Hill descent control | DCT only | No |
ESC | Yes | Yes |
Traction control | Yes | Yes |
When it comes to safety, both the Tekton and Creta come well-equipped with safety features including six airbags, parking sensors, TPMS, Level 2 ADAS suite and a 360-degree camera setup. The only difference is that while an electronic parking brake is common on both, the former gets it only on automatic versions, while the latter has it with manual gearbox variants as well.
Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Price and verdict
Nissan Tekton Tekna+ vs Kushaq Prestige: Ex-showroom prices | ||
Nissan Tekton Tekna+ (Rs lakh) | Hyundai Creta King (Rs lakh)
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Turbo-petrol MT | 16.49 | - |
Turbo-petrol DCT | 18.59 | 19.91 |
Naturally aspirated petrol MT | - | 17.27 |
Naturally aspirated petrol CVT | - | 18.68 |
Diesel MT | - | 18.85 |
Diesel AT | - | 19.77 |
The only comparable variant between the Tekton and the Creta is their turbo-petrol automatic versions, where the Tekton is Rs 1.32 lakh cheaper. Between the newly launched Tekton and the reigning Creta, we recommend the former. Not only is the Tekton more affordable, especially when you consider turbo-petrol versions, but you also get more torque. While it does miss out on some feel-good features that the Creta gets, it’s not necessarily a deal-breaker. If your monthly usage consists mainly of highway runs, then the Creta diesel makes for a sensible choice.