Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs. Hyundai Creta: A Compact SUV Comparison
Maruti Suzuki is set to enter the highly competitive compact SUV segment with its new flagship model, the Victoris. Positioned to challenge segment leaders like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Tata Harrier, the Victoris will be sold through the Maruti Suzuki ARENA dealership network.
Here’s a detailed comparison of the new Maruti Victoris against its primary rival, the Hyundai Creta, focusing on key areas like price, features, and safety.
Safety and Features
The Victoris arrives with two significant advantages. It is the first Maruti Suzuki vehicle to feature Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems), a major step up in safety technology for the brand.
Furthermore, the Victoris has achieved a remarkable 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP for both Adult and Child Occupant Protection, establishing it as one of the safest SUVs in its class. In contrast, the Hyundai Creta received a 3-star rating.
Price
Maruti Suzuki’s new Victoris is expected to be priced between ₹10.5 lakh and ₹18.5 lakh (ex-showroom), making it a more affordable option than the Hyundai Creta, which currently retails for ₹11.11 lakh to ₹20.92 lakh (ex-showroom).
| Dimensions | Victoris | Creta |
|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4360 | 4330 |
| Width (mm) | 1795 | 1790 |
| Height (mm) | 1655 | 1635 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2600 | 2610 |
| Boot Space (Liters) | Not Disclosed | 433L |
| Wheel Size (Inches) | 17″ | 17″ |
| Tyre Size | 215/60-R17 | 215/60-R17 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 210 | 190 |
Dimensions
While both the Maruti Victoris and Hyundai Creta fall into the compact SUV category (4.2-4.4 meters), their dimensions have some slight differences. The Victoris is marginally longer at 4,360mm (30mm longer than the Creta), and it is also wider and taller, measuring 1,795mm (5mm wider) and 1,655mm (20mm taller).
In contrast, the Hyundai Creta has a slightly longer wheelbase at 2,610mm, which is 10mm more than the Victoris’s 2,600mm wheelbase.
| Attributes | Victoris | Creta |
|---|---|---|
| Headlights | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Tail Lights | LED, Connected | LED, Connected |
| Fog Lights | LED | – |
| Cornering Lights | – | – |
| DRLs | LED | LED |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | – | – |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| 360-degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Folding ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Faux | Faux |
| Antenna | Shark-fin | Shark-fin |
| Brakes | Front Disc, Rear Disc | Front Disc, Rear Disc |
| Body Cladding | Yes | Yes |
Exterior and Interior Features
When it comes to features, both the Victoris and Creta offer a host of modern amenities, but they have a few key differences.
The Maruti Victoris stands out with its superior lighting. It comes equipped with auto LED projector headlamps that include a “follow me home” function. It also features connected LED taillights, LED positioning lamps, and LED DRLs that double as turn indicators, along with front LED fog lamps.
The Hyundai Creta counters with its own lighting package, which includes quad beam LED headlights, LED DRLs, LED sequential indicators, and connected LED taillights, but it lacks some of the specific functionalities found on the Victoris.
| Interiors | Victoris | Creta |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment Screen | 10.1″ | 10.25″ |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | With Adapter |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | With Adapter |
| Premium Audio | Yes, Infinity | Yes, Bose |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | – |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| Subwoofer | Yes | Yes |
| Instrument Screen | 10.25-Inch TFT | 10.25-Inch TFT |
| Auto Climate Control | Single-Zone | Dual-Zone |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Driver’s Seat Adjust | Electric | Electric |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Sun Blinds | – | Yes |
| Reclining Rear Seat | – | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Handbrake | Electronic | Electronic |
| IRVM | Auto Dimming | Auto Dimming |
Shared and Distinct Features
Both the Maruti Victoris and Hyundai Creta are equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, though the Victoris features a machine-finished design while the Creta has a diamond-cut finish. Other common exterior features include body-colored door handles and ORVMs, roof rails, and a shark fin antenna. The Victoris also adds a rear spoiler and silver-finished front and rear skid plates, which are absent on the Creta.
Inside, the Victoris’s cabin is distinguished by an all-black color scheme accented with bronze, offering a more premium feel compared to the Creta’s gray interior. The Victoris also features a more extensive 64-color ambient lighting system, in contrast to the Amber blue lighting in the Creta. Additionally, the Victoris includes practical features like vanity mirrors for front passengers and front footwell illumination, which are missing in the Hyundai Creta.
| Feel Good Features | Victoris | Creta |
|---|---|---|
| Upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
| Sunroof Blind | Electric | Electric |
| Powered Tailgate | Yes | – |
| Armrest | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push-Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Telematics Suite | Yes | Yes |
| Cooled Glovebox | Yes | Yes |
Technology and Infotainment
In the technology department, the Maruti Victoris holds a slight edge over the Hyundai Creta. While both SUVs feature a 10.25-inch digital driver display, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and an 8-speaker sound system, the Victoris offers several exclusive features.
Victoris Highlights:
- Powered tailgate with gesture control
- Rear window sunshade
- Puddle lamps
- Auto-folding ORVMs
- Head-Up Display (HUD)
- Air purifier with PM 2.5 filter
- Front and rear Type-C USB ports (45 W and 15 W)
- Infinity sound system with a subwoofer and Dolby Atmos
Both vehicles are on par with common features such as connected car technology, voice assistant, over-the-air (OTA) updates, and steering-mounted controls. The main difference in audio systems is the branding, with the Victoris using an Infinity system and the Creta featuring a Bose system.
| Safety | Victoris | Creta |
|---|---|---|
| Crash Rating | 5 Star BNCAP | – |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| ESP | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Blind-View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Level-2 | Level-2 |
Safety Features
When it comes to safety, both the Maruti Victoris and the Hyundai Creta are well-equipped, sharing several key features. Both models come with six airbags as standard, Level-2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, an electronic parking brake, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
However, the Victoris has a few exclusive safety features. Its strong-hybrid variant includes an Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS), and all models come with a tire repair kit, neither of which are available on the Hyundai Creta
| Powertrains | Victoris | Creta |
|---|---|---|
Petrol |
1.5L 4-Cyl NA Petrol | 1.5L NA 4-Cyl / 1.5L Turbo 4-Cyl |
| Power (bhp) | 103 | 113 / 158 |
| Torque (Nm) | 137 | 144 / 253 |
| Gearbox Options | 5MT, 6TC | 6MT / IVT / DCT |
| AWD | Yes, with TC | – |
| Fuel Efficiency (km/l) | 21.18 (FWD MT)21.06 (FWD AT)19.07 (AWD AT) | ~18 |
Hybrid |
1.5L 3-Cyl Petrol + Electric | – |
| Engine Power (bhp) | 118 / 123 | – |
| Engine Torque (Nm) | 170 / 225 | – |
| Motor Power (bhp) | 77.8 | – |
| Motor Torque (Nm) | 141 | – |
| Gearbox | eCVT | – |
| Fuel Efficiency (km/l) | 28.65 | – |
CNG Bi-Fuel |
1.5L 4-Cyl NA Petrol | – |
| Tank Position | Under Boot | – |
| Power (bhp) | 87 (on CNG) | – |
| Torque (Nm) | 121.5 (on CNG) | – |
| Gearbox Options | 5MT | – |
| Fuel Efficiency (km/l) | 27.02 | – |
Diesel |
1.5L 4-Cyl | |
| Power (bhp) | – | 113 |
| Torque (Nm) | – | 250 |
| Gearbox Options | – | 6MT / 6TC |
| Fuel Efficiency (km/l) | – | ~21 |
Engine and Transmission
The Maruti Victoris and Hyundai Creta offer a stark contrast in their engine and transmission options.
Maruti Victoris: The Victoris provides three distinct engine choices:
- A 1.5-liter mild-hybrid petrol engine producing 103 hp and 139 Nm of torque.
- A 1.5-liter strong-hybrid petrol unit generating 116 hp and 141 Nm of torque.
- A 1.5-liter petrol/CNG engine that delivers 88 hp and 122 Nm of torque.
Transmission options for the Victoris include a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic, and an e-CVT. A notable advantage for the Victoris is the availability of an all-wheel drive (AWD) system on the 1.5-liter mild-hybrid variant, in addition to the standard front-wheel drive (FWD) layout.
Hyundai Creta: The Creta’s engine lineup consists of more powerful options:
- A 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine with 115 hp and 144 Nm of torque.
- A 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine that delivers 160 hp and 253 Nm of torque.
- A 1.5-liter diesel engine, a powertrain option not available on the Victoris, which makes 116 hp and 250 Nm of torque.
The Creta offers a range of transmissions including a 6-speed manual, a CVT, a 7-speed DCT, and a 6-speed automatic. However, it is exclusively available with a front-wheel drive (FWD) configuration.
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