Hyundai Creta Electric
The Hyundai Creta Electric is a mid-size electric SUV built for buyers who want the familiar, spacious Creta ownership experience with an EV powertrain underneath, priced from Rs 18,03,000 ex-showroom. Two battery choices are on offer: a 42 kWh pack (420 km ARAI-claimed) for city-first buyers, and a 51.4 kWh Long Range pack that claims 510 km ARAI and has independently tested at 432 km real-world. It suits someone cross-shopping compact electric SUVs who values a proven dealer network and cabin space over outright charging speed.
Is the Hyundai Creta Electric right for you?
Best for
- Buyers upgrading from a petrol or diesel Creta who want the same cabin space and Hyundai after-sales network in an EV
- Daily driving with occasional long trips on the 51.4 kWh Long Range variant, which has independently tested at 432 km per charge
- Buyers who want Level 2 ADAS, ventilated seats, Bose audio and V2L (vehicle-to-load) power output, available on higher trims
- Home charging setups: the 42 kWh pack fully charges overnight in about 6 hours on a 7.4kW AC wallbox
Think twice if
- Frequent highway drivers needing quick top-ups: 50kW DC fast charging still takes roughly 58 minutes for a 10-80% charge on both packs, slower than several rivals
- Anyone planning around the 510 km ARAI figure literally: the Long Range's independently tested real-world range is 432 km, about 78 km short of the claim
- Strict budget shoppers: top Long Range trims reach Rs 24,70,000 ex-showroom, a price band that overlaps larger and better-charging SUVs
- Buyers who specifically want the smaller, cheaper 42 kWh pack in a mid-spec Smart trim - Hyundai dropped that combination in the 2026 lineup streamlining
EVz Score: 9.6 / 10 Outstanding
Computed from catalogue data, not opinion, for the Executive (O) LR (51.4 kWh) variant (the model's best). Range-based components use independently tested real-world range, never the raw claim. How the score works.
Available colours
11 exterior colours offered. Swatches are approximate on-screen representations, not official paint codes, and availability can vary by variant.
Variants, specs, on-road price and running cost
Charging: 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger
- Ex-showroom₹18,03,000
- Road tax waived for EVs₹0
- Registration waived for EVs₹0
- Insurance (est.)₹63,105
EV road tax & registration are waived in Delhi.
At Rs 8/kWh vs Rs 105/litre, 6 km/kWh. Model your own commute in the savings calculator.
Compare all 8 variants
| Variant | Price | Battery | Range | Charging | Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive (42 kWh) | ₹18,03,000 | 42 kWh | 420 km ARAI | 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 100 kW |
| Executive Tech (42 kWh) | ₹19,00,000 | 42 kWh | 420 km ARAI | 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 100 kW |
| Premium (42 kWh) | ₹20,00,000 | 42 kWh | 420 km ARAI | 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 100 kW |
| Executive (O) LR (51.4 kWh) | ₹20,00,000 | 51.4 kWh | 432 km real | 10-100% in about 4.5 hr on 11kW AC; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 126 kW |
| Excellence (42 kWh) | ₹21,30,000 | 42 kWh | 420 km ARAI | 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 100 kW |
| Smart (O) LR (51.4 kWh) | ₹21,54,000 | 51.4 kWh | 432 km real | 10-100% in about 4.5 hr on 11kW AC; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 126 kW |
| Excellence LR (51.4 kWh) | ₹23,67,000 | 51.4 kWh | 432 km real | 10-100% in about 4.5 hr on 11kW AC; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 126 kW |
| Excellence LR HC Knight DT (51.4 kWh, top) | ₹24,70,000 | 51.4 kWh | 432 km real | 10-100% in about 4.5 hr on 11kW AC; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger | 126 kW |
"real" = independently tested; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Pick a variant above to see its city on-road price and running cost.
Real-world range vs ARAI claim
Real-world range is about 15% below the ARAI claim (independent test). Only the 51.4 kWh Long Range variants have an independently tested real-world figure: 432 km against a 510 km ARAI claim, a gap of roughly 15 percent. The 42 kWh variants' 420 km figure remains ARAI-claimed only, with no independent test data available yet.
Charging and living with it
Charging: 10-100% in about 6 hr on 7.4kW AC wallbox; 10-80% DC fast charge in roughly 58 min on a 50kW DC charger. Most owners charge overnight at home; plan public or workplace charging for longer trips. Hyundai's wide existing Creta service network is a genuine advantage for first-time EV buyers, though the 50kW DC fast-charging ceiling means road-trip charging stops run close to an hour rather than the 20-30 minutes some rivals offer.
5-year cost of ownership
Based on 40 km/day, the Hyundai Creta Electric Executive (42 kWh) costs about ₹1,600/month to run versus ₹8,400/month for a comparable petrol car, a saving of ₹82,733/year at July 2026 prices.
| Monthly | Annual | 5-year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | ₹8,400 | ₹1,02,200 | ₹5,11,000 |
| EV | ₹1,600 | ₹19,467 | ₹97,335 |
| You save | ₹6,800 | ₹82,733 | ₹4,13,665 |
Assumes 15 km/l petrol, 6 km/kWh EV, ₹105/l petrol and ₹8/kWh electricity, 40 km/day. Figures as of July 2026.
Strengths
- Two battery choices let buyers pick city range or long-distance range
- Long Range pack offers a competitive 510 km ARAI claim for the segment
- Familiar, spacious Creta cabin and proven after-sales network
- Higher trims get Level 2 ADAS, V2L, Bose audio and ventilated seats
- Front luggage frunk (22 litres) adds practicality
Watch-outs
- Real-world range on the Long Range tests at 432 km, well below the 510 km claim
- DC fast charging is modest for the class; 50kW charger needs roughly an hour for 10-80%
- Top variants approach 24-25 lakh ex-showroom, overlapping pricier rivals
- Smaller 42kWh pack no longer offered in mid Smart trim after 2026 lineup streamlining
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FAQ
What is the real-world range of the Hyundai Creta Electric?
Only the 51.4 kWh Long Range variants have independently tested real-world figures, returning 432 km against Hyundai's 510 km ARAI claim. The 42 kWh variants carry a 420 km ARAI claim with no independently tested real-world figure available yet, so treat that number as claimed, not proven.
How long does the Hyundai Creta Electric take to charge?
The 42 kWh variants take about 6 hours for a 10-100% charge on a 7.4kW AC wallbox, while the 51.4 kWh Long Range variants take about 4.5 hours 10-100% on an 11kW AC charger. On DC fast charging, both packs need roughly 58 minutes for a 10-80% top-up on a 50kW charger, which is modest for the segment.
Which Hyundai Creta Electric variant should I buy?
If most driving stays within the city and you can charge at home overnight, the entry Executive (42 kWh) at Rs 18,03,000 covers that need. If you drive longer distances or want a buffer against range anxiety, the Executive (O) LR at Rs 20,00,000 gets you into the 51.4 kWh Long Range pack (432 km tested) without paying for the top Excellence trim's extra features.
Is the Hyundai Creta Electric good value against rival electric SUVs?
The entry trims start reasonably at Rs 18,03,000, but the top Excellence LR HC Knight DT variant climbs to Rs 24,70,000, a price band where it starts competing with larger and faster-charging SUVs. Value is strongest in the Executive (O) LR and Smart (O) LR trims, which pair the bigger battery with most of the feature content at a more moderate price.
What is the ownership and running cost experience like?
Hyundai's existing Creta sales and service network is one of the largest in India, which should ease servicing concerns for first-time EV buyers. Running costs benefit from overnight home AC charging, but the 50kW DC fast-charging ceiling means road-trip charging stops take close to an hour rather than 20-30 minutes, so factor that into highway-heavy use.
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