Hyundai Creta vs Skoda Kushaq

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Hyundai Creta

Hyundai Creta

Diesel King Knight AT

20.11 lakh

Skoda Kushaq

Skoda Kushaq

Monte Carlo 1.5 TSI DCT

18.99 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1493 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

6
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

N/A

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

N/A

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

116 hp at 4000 rpm
149.55 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Direct Injection

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

N/A

Official Fuel Economy

19.1 kmpl
18.72 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
50 litres

User Reported Mileage

17.32 kmpl
–

E20 Compatibility

–

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
8.9 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
15.4 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
12.42 kmpl

0-100kph

–
9.62 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

–
5.18 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

–
6.37 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson suspension

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R18
205/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R18
205/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4330 mm
4229 mm

Width

1790 mm
1760 mm

Height

1635 mm
1612 mm

Wheelbase

2610 mm
2651 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

433 litres
491 - 1405 litres

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
188 mm

Kerb Weight

–
1321 - 1322 kg

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Door Pockets

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bottle Holder in Doors

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Glovebox

Cup Holders

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Front Seatback Pockets

Interior Lamps

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

2-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Glove Box

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Driver Airbag

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Side Airbag

–

Dashcam

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

High Beam Assist

–

Heads Up Display

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Crash Test Rating

–

GNCAP Rating

–
5

NCAP Rating

–
5

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

LED DRLs

–

Projector Headlamps

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

LED headlamps

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

LED fog lamps

–

LED taillights

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
–

Stop Lamp

–

Spoiler

–

Connected LED

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Scuff Plates

–

Rub Strips

–

Roof Rails

Functional

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Interior

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Third Row Seats Split

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Rear Only

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Seats

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Branded Music System

Bose
–

Front USB port

Type C
–

Inbuilt Music App

–

CD Player

Speakers

8
6

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
–

USB Input

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.01-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wired
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wired
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Connected Car Features

Geo Fence

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Find My Car

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Summon Mode

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Phone App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Digital Key

–

Questions you may find useful

•2w

Should safety rating a major consideration for buying a car? I drive a 5 star rated car and I feel safe knowing the car I drive is sturdy and well built. Is it really safe or 5 star rating keeps my mind at peace. I feel it is not emphasized enough. Let's take Creta for example. It is the single most dominant mid size SUVs for a decade now but safety is not there as compared to seltos, Victoris, Elevate, Kushaq or Taigun. Creta still dominates. I understand it is going through a major facelift next year but why wait a decade and still do not have a 5 star rating, not even 4. Low safety rating is then but never tested is not an option. Shouldnt it be made mandatory? What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.

•4w

I have been using Honda City manual for the last 21 years. Now, I want a car with automatic transmission for city running mostly. My average running is around 1000km a month. Can you suggest whether I should buy Seltos, Creta, Kushaq or Elevate?

•5w

I own a 2021 Maruti Brezza (petrol), which is not E20 compatible, and I am getting low mileage. Now I'm looking for a new car and am confused between the following options: Kia Seltos HTE(O) IVT, Hyundai Creta EX CVT, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Zeta(O), and Skoda Kushaq (TC) I have seen a few posts and videos suggesting that the new Creta and Grand Vitara will be launched in the coming months. Should I wait for the new launches to get the best car? Kindly suggest, as having multiple options is creating a lot of confusion.

•5w

My budget is Rs 18.5 lakh, and I am getting the Creta S(O) IVT and Kushaq Signature AT. I am confused between the two. Around 90% of my usage is in the city, and I need a good automatic car. My preferences are: 1. Three people should be able to sit comfortably in the rear seat. 2. Good driving quality and build quality. 3. Good AC performance. 4. Low maintenance and peace of mind. Could you please suggest one between these two? Thank you.

•8w

I am planning to buy a second car for me and my grandfather. I already have a santo at home. The car should be automatic and petrol. features that we like are 360 degree camera and panoramic sunroof. mainly a good fuel efficient car. Cars which we have short listed- 1. Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 T 2. Kia Seltos GTX (A) 3. Maruti Victoris ZXi Plus (O) 4. Hyundai Creta N Line 5. Tata Sierra Adventure 6. Kushaq/Taigun