Joseph Fernandes 
Hyundai Motors has launched the Creta Facelift for the Indian Market with the SUV getting numerous changes from the inside and outside, and some new features as well. So, we thought of comparing the facelift against the SUV that got facelift update in October 2023, the Tata Harrier to see just how both compete against each other.
Hyundai Creta Facelift vs Tata Harrier – Design
The new Creta Facelift comes with new robust. exterior design like the new radiator grille, upright hood contributing towards the strong, assertive and distinct road presence, connected Sequential LED DRLs, below that is the split unit vertical Quad-Beam LED headlamp with cube-like detailing, and skid plates as bumpers. The side profile features 17-inch alloy wheel with 5-spoke curvy design, integrated roof rails, and chrome door handles. The rear section now gets new dual L-shape connected taillamps, rear spoiler, shark fin antenna, and hidden wiper with washer.
Jumping to the inside, the Facelift comes with seamlessly integrated 10.25-inch dual displays – one for infotainment system, and one for fully digital instrument cluster. Below the dual displays is the panel to control infotainment system, and dual-zone climate control. The centre console has been tweaked to make it look a little luxurious, then there is illuminated buttons around gear lever for ventilated seats, rotary dial for drives and traction modes; parking camera, two cupholders behind lever, and fixed armrest.
The dashboard has been redesigned with thin AC vents, and dual-tone theme. The rear section is split in 60:40 ratio with center armrest, and 2-step reclining option, ambient lights around the cabin, panoramic sunroof on top, and the SUV gets 8 Speaker Bose Premium Sound System. Moreover, the boot space of 433 L is the same as before, and other changes inside the cabin include lighter colours and copper details.
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From the outside, the Tata Harrier has undergone big exterior changes such as the front fascia as been changed completely with changes to the grille, bumpers, and headlamps. A full-width LED strip is above the grille that spans across the front body, an significant features of the Curvv concept. It has ADAS Radar panel at the bottom grille and the camera at the top of the windscreen from the inside. Moving to the side, it has simple look with creasing, thin wheel arches and rides on the new 18-inch alloy wheels. Moving to the rear, changes extend to the bumpers, skid plate, and wrap-around signature connected LED taillamp that from the side resemble the S shape.
Talking about the interiors, the Harrier Facelift undergone some changes as well like the new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system which is sleek, thinner, and very responsive, new 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster that is configurable, and displays navigation maps while driving, in front of the cluster is the new four-spoke steering wheel with display at the center that illuminates the Tata logo, and ambient light across the dashboard, and around the voice-assisted panoramic sunroof. Below the AC vents, it features touch-sensitive panel to control the dual-zone climate control, and other things.
In front of it is the rotary dial for the terrain modes, steptronic gear shifter, and electronic parking brake with auto hold function. It features an fixed armrest but the space inside is good enough to store two cans. On the leather seats, it features huge adjustable headrests to keep you comfy, and further enhances the luxury appeal. Both the seats are electrically adjustable, and comes with ventilated seats. Moving to the rear, the seats are split in 60:40 ratio, and it’s equipped with 10 Speaker JBL sound system.
Hyundai Creta Facelift vs Tata Harrier – Dimensions
| Dimensions | Hyundai Creta Facelift | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4330 MM | 4605 MM |
| Width | 1790 MM | 1922 MM |
| Height | 1635 MM | 1718 MM |
| Wheelbase | 2610 MM | 2741 MM |
| Ground Clearance | 190 MM | 205 MM |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
| Boot Space | 433 L | 445 L |
In Dimensions, the Hyundai Creta Facelift measures 4330 MM in length, 1790 MM in width, and 1635 MM in height. The Tata Harrier on the other hand measures 4605 MM in length which is longer by 275 MM, width of 1922 MM which is wider by 132 MM, and height of 1718 MM which is taller by 83 MM. The Creta Facelift has a wheelbase of 2610 MM, and Ground Clearance of 190 MM while the Harrier has a longer wheelbase of 2741 MM (131 MM longer), and Ground Clearance of 205 MM that is 15 MM higher. The Creta Facelift has a fuel tank of 50 L which is same as the Harrier, and Boot Space of 433 L which is smaller by 12 L compared to 445 L Harrier Boot.
Hyundai Creta Facelift vs Tata Harrier – Engine Options
| Diesel | Hyundai Creta Facelift | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder |
| Displacement | 1493cc | 1956cc |
| Power | 113.45 BHP | 167.67 BHP |
| Torque | 250 NM | 350 NM |
| Transmission | 6 Speed MT / AT | 6 Speed MT / AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 19.1 KMPL – MT 21.8 KMPL – AT | 14.60 KMPL – MT 16.80 KMPL – AT |
In Engine Options, both the Creta and Harrier comes with a Diesel Option. The Hyundai Creta Facelift is powered by the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Diesel generating 113.45 BHP and 250 NM of torque mated to 6 Speed Manual and Automatic Gearbox. The mileage is 19.1 KMPL on Manual, and 21.8 KMPL on Automatic Gearbox options. On the other hand, the Harrier is powered by the 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Diesel engine generating 167.67 BHP and 350 NM of torque, it’s mated to 6 Speed Manual Gearbox with 14.60 KMPL mileage, and Automatic Gearbox with 16.80 KMPL mileage.
| Petrol | Hyundai Creta Facelift | Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | – |
| Displacement | 1497cc | – |
| Power | 113.18 BHP | – |
| Torque | 143.8 NM | – |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual, 6 Speed IVT | – |
| Fuel Efficiency | 17.4 KMPL – MT 17.7 KMPL – IVT | – |
Other than the Diesel, the Hyundai Creta comes with a Petrol option something which the Harrier is missing. Anyways, the Hyundai Creta Facelift gets the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Petrol producing 113.18 BHP and 143.8 NM of torque paired to 6 Speed Manual with 17.4 KMPL mileage and 7 Speed IVT Gearbox and 17.7 KMPL mileage.
| Turbo Petrol | Hyundai Creta Facelift | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | – |
| Displacement | 1493cc | – |
| Power | 157.57 BHP | – |
| Torque | 253 NM | – |
| Transmission | 7 Speed DCT | – |
| Fuel Efficiency | 18.4 KMPL | – |
The Hyundai Creta Facelift is also offered with a Turbo Petrol engine which the Harrier will be getting later this year. The 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol produces 157.57 BHP and 253 NM of torque paired to 7 Speed DCT Gearbox with a 18.4 KMPL fuel efficiency.
Hyundai Creta Facelift vs Tata Harrier – Features
| Features | Hyundai Creta Facelift | Tata Harrier Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Headlamps | LED | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| Wheel size & Tyre | 17-inch alloy wheels | 19-inch, alloy wheels |
| Auto Power Window | One touch up-down (Only Driver’s Window) | One touch up-down (Only Driver’s Window) |
| Seat upholstery | Leather | Leather |
| AC | 2-zone | 2-zone |
| Rear AC vent | Yes | Yes |
| Instrument cluster | 10.25-inch | 10.25-inch |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch | 12.3-inch |
| Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | Wired (top trims) Wireless (lower to mid trims) | Wireless |
| Air Purifier | – | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Sound System | 8 Speaker Bose Premium Sound System | 10-speaker JBL sound system |
| Cooled Glovebox | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging Pad | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | – | Yes |
| Drive Modes | Yes | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Powered Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat 4-way Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
| Sunshades | Rear | Rear |
| Drive Modes | 3 (Eco, Normal, Sport) | 3 (Eco, City, Sport) |
| Traction Modes | 3 (Sand, Mud, Snow) | 3 (Normal, Rough, Wet) |
The Hyundai Creta Facelift misses out on Co-Driver Power Adjustable Seat, Power Tailgate, 10 Speaker Sound System, Air Purifier, and 19-inch alloy wheels.
| Hyundai Creta Facelift | Tata Harrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Six Airbags | Seven Airbags |
| Camera | 360 Surround View Camera | 360 Surround View Camera |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and Rear |
| Rain-Sensing Wipers | – | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Puddle Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2 |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | – | Yes |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| All 4 Disc Brakes | Yes | Yes |
Hyundai Creta Facelift vs Tata Harrier – Price and Warranty
| Model | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Creta Facelift | Rs. 11 – Rs. 20 L |
| Tata Harrier | Rs. 15.49 – Rs. 26.44 L |
The Hyundai Creta Facelift is priced from Rs. 11 Lakh for the base “E” variant while the top variant “SX (O) Diesel AT” for Rs. 20 Lakh. The Tata Harrier starts at Rs. 15.49 Lakh for the base ‘Smart’ trim, and goes all the way up to Rs. 26.44 Lakh for the top ‘Fearless+ Dark Automatic’ variant.
As for the warranty, the Hyundai Creta facelift comes with 3 years / Unlimited KMs standard warranty which is extendable up to 7 years / 1,00,000 KM. Tata Motors offers 3 years/1,00,000 KM warranty period for Harrier and can be extended for additional 3 year/1,25,000 KM.
Hyundai Creta Facelift vs Tata Harrier – Verdict
In the end, the decision to buy which SUV depend totally on you, however, if you’re looking for an SUV that is massive in size, good looking in design, great engine performance, comfortable seats, and got tons of features, then the Tata Harrier is the right choice for you. Although, if you’re looking for an SUV that is affordable, big in size, luxurious interiors, comfy seats, tons of features, and great engine performance and fuel efficiency, then the Hyundai Creta Facelift is a right choice. Which SUV are you going to choose?
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