Hyundai Creta 2024 First Impressions | MotorInc First S02E05

[@vivekmishra6400]

I have seen Karthik on so many reviews earlier on different channels, but here the true personality comes out. What a happy mellow guy!

[@motorinc]

Thanks for that Vivek!

[@drivewithsagar]

Karthik D'Mello

[@vivekmishra6400]

@@drivewithsagar hahahahaha

[@uvuvwevwevweossaswithglasses]

Lmao ​@@drivewithsagar

[@bhoogewerf2823]

They compliment each other well. It works for them and we love the format. Importantly they have no reservations about sharing their true, unbiased opinions/reviews...unlike their counterparts, who masquerade as auto journalists, and only focus on the pros and skirt the cons.

[@Yuvi_3939]

Kartik nd Shumi are professor of Automotive industry 😄❤️

[@motorinc]

😆

[@TechPros1]

if i had professors like them, would study all day.

[@abhinashpattanaik5109]

The Creta is what the Honda City used to be to the middle class families few years ago. This may not be the coolest, nerd fest thing in the block but it certainly is the middle class people's ultimate aspiration, stature and desirability factor that the Honda City used to have even tho it had its more cooler competitions like Fiesta, Linea, Verna, Vento. Brand Creta is as strong as brand Fortuner in this booming 10-20 lakh segment. There's no two ways about it.

[@motorinc]

Absolutely on point! But let’s hope it goes the way of the Fortuner and not the City. For which they have to make some changes.

[@ankansenapati3600]

If they score 5 star ncap rating they will gather all the audience

[@bijhonbordoloi9181]

So well put together brother!

[@RevsAndWheels]

​@@motorinc I don't get it.. What went wrong with the City?

[@ronyrulez29]

I have the 2020 Creta with 1.5 IVT and really enjoy driving the same. Since the car was planned for my dad I felt the gear box and engine option was best suited for him, rather as Karthikeya mentioned is the what the most people will ever need. Just last week completed 1100Kms road trip across Odisha on the same car and never once I have felt that I need more power or quicker gear changes, and the best part got 17 kmpl. On a lighter note it feel bad when Schumi makes fun of my old looks 😆😆, but cannot even sell it off as if I do that as he mentioned I will be an ExC*e*a owner. 😝😝

[@motorinc]

RR! We are ROFLing here! Hahahahaha Also thanks a ton for sharing your garage and motoring life with us. Loved reading that! Wish you all awesome journeys!

[@siddharthraghuwanshi3457]

Excreta owner..damn ..I have 2015 one in my fam..good not many peeps will get this joke in my neighborhood

[@ronyjohn7128]

How smooth is this ivt when it climbs steep roads which is also in a bad condition? I live in a hilly area. Just wanted to know your experience with ivt.

[@ronyrulez29]

@@ronyjohn7128 i have never faced any issues with steep climps. The power is adequate and also you have the option to shift it to S and do the gear change manually.

[@ronyjohn7128]

@@ronyrulez29 Thaks a lot bro, really appreciate it.

[@sradhasumandas]

Shumi's summary, definitely 10/10. But Kartik's review is 11/10. It is purely magical how he extracts such info in a test ride that only a owner can get in long term (if he/she pays attention). Always a melody to ears MotorInc. 🤟

[@BertieJasokie]

Diesel still necessary for most people outside big cities. Not just for the mileage but the low end torque is absolutely necessary for navigating worn down roads with a full load. Its a shame that we only have a handful of options now.

[@motorinc]

You have to try a strong hybrid!

[@BertieJasokie]

@@motorinc When it becomes more affordable, it will be a solid choice I'm sure. A sub 10 lakh strong hybrid would be great for most of us. 😁

[@bengeorge9063]

​@BertieJasokie that is just not possible with the insane tax structure

[@motorinc]

Sub 4m hatches already cost over 10Lakhs. Hitting that price point will be tough. But starting at that.. should be possible 🤞🏽

[@dr.orange6509]

⁠@@BertieJasokienot just taxes; you have to add batteries, electric motor will add more money, and count the feature(user selling points) like sunroof, ventilated seats, etc we will never get anything below 10 lakhs.

[@neerajkarunanidhi6804]

accidentally skipped class, this made up for it :)

[@Mimolimotimo]

I’m going late to office😂

[@neerajkarunanidhi6804]

@@Mimolimotimo good luck on getting to your office asap :D

[@watermelon9176]

I'm literally at my desk rn working and the podcast is running in the background like an ASMR 😂😂

[@motorinc]

Morning fam! All the best - sounds like you have a lot on your hands WM!

[@MrTransporter5]

Bro don't know wat to say...

[@Mrcabhishek53]

A diesel is a diesel is a diesel. The biggest factor is efficiency, no matter how you drive, it is not sensitive to fuel consumption. A turbo petrol on the other hand if a usual spirited drive costs 1500 buks it would just cost 700 or so on the diesel. It is the freedom to drive more.

[@sarath19in1]

How much mileage it gives in city from a diesel creta

[@vishnuvenugopal4303]

The SX variant of the Turbo Petrol would’ve been the best value for money variant. Fun to drive combo without the annoying ADAS. Hyundai missed an opportunity here by offering turbo petrol on only the SX(O) trim. Picked up the same combination on the Verna and saved almost 1 lakh and couldn’t have been happier. Rather spend that extra money on fuel than on features which will be turned off.

[@motorinc]

That is absolutely on point! It’s another strange miss.

[@jatinvk5726]

Cret(i)n When you sell it, it becomes your ex-creta 😂 schumi knows what he's onto.. love you guys. keep up the good work.

[@motorinc]

Heya Jatin! Right back you - ❤️!

[@vaibhavgexc]

Can you please explain the joke

[@Avikshit]

😂

[@parthyawale3001]

Creta+n = Cretan = Cretin = a stupid person@@vaibhavgexc

[@sinzz26o7]

Open dictionary

[@ParthMaru11]

how does it (Creta 1.5 NA cvt) compare with Elevate 1.5 ivtec cvt? Is it better in terms of power delivery? which one seems/feels more powerful?

[@arpanrathore6826]

Elevate 1.5 CVT is a better proposition in terms driving capabilities, long term ownership and practicality....... In terms of wow factor..... It's the Creta

[@ParthMaru11]

@@arpanrathore6826 I agree. I'm leaning towards elevate only. I heard suspensions are also better in elevate.

[@atharvalandge1268]

Please send Shumi to a car launch like Karthikeya went for the Himalayan launch🤣🙏🏽

[@Prasoon_ingle]

I think both should go for one.

[@motorinc]

Love both the ideas!

[@VinaySharma-zt3gk]

Both of them did go on the Duke 390 launch right?

[@motorinc]

Not exactly. They rode it on different days. 🫤

[@sahishnushastry2831]

The colour grading on this video is just absolutely beautiful Motorinc! Bravo!

[@motorinc]

Glad you think so!

[@arkajeetsantra2504]

The Creta's dashboard took inspiration from the 1st Gen Alto, but with a modern twist. It's like they threw a sleek party for the Alto's classic grey and black look, and the big screen is the DJ dropping beats from the dashboard!

[@motorinc]

Ouch!

[@harshgarg12]

That grey colour looks absolutely hideous. Ivory/Tan looks so much more premium on the Seltos.

[@sunnywagle8995]

I desperately want car manufacturers to provide top variants without sunroof at least as an option. Even if it came with the same price tag I would still prefer the non sunroof variant. I really want all the bells and whistles of the top variant except sunroof because it isn’t going to enhance my ownership experience as such. Not to mention that it unnecessarily increase the ownership cost.

[@iamdesignerr]

This is one reason why I din't go for any SUVish car. Just because I din't want a sunroof.

[@pranavsharma7479]

@@iamdesignerr sedan has sunroof too

[@iamdesignerr]

@@pranavsharma7479 True! the thing is top models of all cars are coming with Sunroof options! What if someone doesnt need! They have to settle for lower models be it Sedans, hatchbacks or any other segment

[@mostwanted_007]

Can we have a discussion about Sedan vs SUV and quantitatively prove that a Sedan is a better "body shell" for a passenger vehicle. I think it's much needed topic especially with all manufacturers ditching Sedans in favor of stupid SUVs. I'll volunteer some points in favor of sedans. Here we go! Quantitative advantages of sedans 1. More aerodynamic because of being low slung. 2. Lighter suspension components closer to ground gives better stability in cornering (not that a sedan is meant for spirited driving, but the dynamics of a vehicle closer to ground are going to be more confidence inspiring) 3. Since the weight of passengers is much lower compared to SUVs, the suspension can be softer and still not induce body roll. The reason why SUVs need a stiff suspension is to prevent excessive body roll (which happens due to the weight being higher above the suspension components). 4. Sedans are more comfortable (due to point 3). 5. Sedans can be built cheaper, because they don't need heavy duty suspension components and use less sheet metal compared to a similarly sized SUV. 6. Sedans have larger boot capacity. 7. Sedans are inherently safer because of 2 crumple zones front and back (and also because of points 2 and 3) Advantages of SUVs 1. More ground clearance (practical on Indian road conditions but not truly a significant advantage for city usage. Only useful for off-roading which are done better by true SUVs (Bolero, Thar, Jimny) and not pseudo SUVs like Creta) 2. Ease of ingress and egress. Despite enumerating all these advantages of Sedans, I've gone and purchased a Nissan Magnite :-( because of horrid road conditions near my place!

[@MrDrone-qt6sw]

U run awareness sessions and stick with sedan😂

[@manoja3943]

Since there are larger gaps in the grill up front , won't it cause some stone to enter while driving in highways and damage the radiators?

[@loysharma]

I feel like there'll be a time when ADAS will be a default feature, once it's developed enough. Until then features like 'High Beam Assist' which I believe is a must on single lane Indian roads should be integrated with the 'Auto Headlight' feature.

[@motorinc]

Yes it will. And hopefully it will be worth our hard earned money then.

[@rahulnairapril1]

Which one would you recommend Alcazar petrol turbo or the Creta petrol turbo, since they are similarly priced?

[@motorinc]

Hullo! If you had to get a three-row - look at Carens instead. Between Alcazar and Creta - Creta.

[@Gunzfabric]

Hello! I currently own a 2018 manual petrol Creta and am considering an upgrade. Comparing the 2024 Creta DCT with the Mahindra XUV 700, I wonder if there will be improvements in terms of driveability and comfort with the Creta, or if opting for the XUV 700 would truly make a noticeable difference in the segment.

[@coermech9620]

Shumi's glances towards the camera breaking the fourth wall is a subtle touch that makes these videos unique. It's like I'm sitting on a couch and he gives these regular looks, like how friends would sit and chat. Also in some moments, it feels like he's confirming with us, "Did you get the joke?", as if it was a double meaning joke 😅. That actually may be true since Shumi confessed that his brain constantly churns out dad jokes, so those glances are very well placed. 😂

[@motorinc]

It’s like you were in the room with them, na?

[@coermech9620]

@@motorinc Absolutely. Not just in the room with them, like we're a squad that pulls out their sweet rides every weekend. That's the level of comfort. 💆🏻‍♂️

[@motorinc]

Oh man! Hopefully soon!

[@the_abhijeetpawar]

@@motorinc yeah, about that. Would you guys consider a live session, where you take questions from the crowd? I understand that it's a niche, but you can try with a small venue.... It would be a whole lot wholesome....

[@kaushik2248prayaga]

He is the master of doing that. I only watch these videos on a big screen

[@VikasBhat060578]

Does Creta DCT use wet or dry clutch? Have heard of overheating issues in bumper to bumper traffic.

[@ashu9757]

What's that banger song in the intro?

[@motorinc]

It’s a MotorInc creation. Glad to know you enjoyed it!

[@SamirMishra6174]

It's a brilliant intro, make an instrumental or song out of it 😊

[@1nOnlySB]

@@motorinc release this song na!

[@ashu9757]

@@motorinc Spotify version when

[@vnay4915]

I always enjoyed that intro. You should create a longer track out of it.

[@deepakmangavalli286]

@motorinc I am planning to buy a suv for family use with a budget of 18lakhs to 23lakhs I have my first options as creta 2) 3xo Ax5L 3) Honda Elevate Can you please suggest to me which variant i should buy in creta either 1.5L cvt petrol Sx(o) or Nline N8 ? Also can you please suggest if i should consider any other car in this segment? My Checklist 1) Good space for 3 people on rear seat 2) Good engine pick up and Mileage 3) medium bootspace 4) budget btw 15lac to 22 lac 5) safety 6) maintenance cost

[@dhara1002]

No but you ARE right. Sedans truly are better than SUVs. Shame that people want a big high boat when all they do is go over the usual roads of a city and never even take it slightly off the beaten path

[@motorinc]

And elegant and more satisfying to drive. 🙃

[@dhara1002]

@@motorinc Exactly!

[@sudhakarkanapata7185]

I am not that experienced driver. So curious to know, Are't SUVs better suited for roads with pothholes and large speed breakers, which is like 70% of indian city roads?. Or is that just a myth.

[@motorinc]

Roads aren’t as bad as that. And if you drive with just a bit slowly/cautiously when needed you will manage just fine. Historically the roads were worse, right?

[@sumitD.]

Hi @Motorinc Which is the better option to buy Creta S(o) diesel automatic or Seltos HTX Imt diesel 2024.

[@Vikgam1]

What is Shumi talking about Creta N ... One vowel difference? 😅 Didn't get it.

[@giridm]

Cretin!

[@motorinc]

Don’t make it so easy Giri! 🙃

[@kiranmuraleekrishnan]

same.. 🤷‍♂ someone.? anyone.??

[@ayooshq]

​@@kiranmuraleekrishnan cretin

[@SB-nl7uz]

@@Vikgam1 I think talking about Creton that Vig Auto accessories call it...

[@Vinsmoke_Syther]

A question to Shumi n karthik, I am about to buy a car this coming diwali. Which one should I buy among these two : Creta S Optional or Seltos HTK Plus. Given that the creta has more features and a 17inch wheel makes a lead but i have heard that the suspension is not stable at high speeds.

[@VineethGovind]

This is the best-looking creta ever. It's as cute as singhee in his 30s 😂

[@motorinc]

Don’t make him reminisce! 40s have hit hard. 🤣

[@MrEssbees]

Hey Karthik, why don't you guys do a comparo of the NA CVTs as on date? For the Compact SUVs in the market today.

[@shariqueahmad9928]

It is a good day when it starts with motorInc

[@motorinc]

Morning!

[@bprakashblr]

@MotorInc Thanks for the detailed breakdown of the variants, transmissions and it's ride nature. I have been a user of diesel and have been driving a Fiat Linea for the last 9+ years. After driving Linea for that many years, frankly, speaking none of the cars in the market excite me, and the car that excites me is not in the budget. What would be your recommendation for me? I am a highway guy traveling with family most of the time and my city usage is very minimal (over weekends or once a week to the office). With the diesel ban noise going over in the market, I am confused about what should I choose. Could you help me to make a decision Kartikeya or Shumi?

[@raiprateek1005]

The face shumi makes at 8:22😂😂😂😂😂

[@motorinc]

🤦😂

[@sjr5504]

Thank you again for the amazing video. Always good as everytime. I have a concern . Please do reply. I am looking for a new vehicle in 1.5 turbo. Confused between vw taigun/ kushaq with seltos/ creta. Please give a reply. Your opinion matters . If vw taigun which I can choose manual or DCT. Thanks

[@mjacobim]

Great video as usual Some doubts: 1. Is the under thigh support and the overall seat comfort(front & rear) of Creta better than Seltos? 2. Is Creta still having better ride quality than the current Seltos? We want a comparo between the Seltos and the Creta

[@motorinc]

Compare need noted! Which engines would you want compared? The Creta’s seats - first impressions - seem more comfortable. The backseat too.

[@mjacobim]

@@motorincNA Petrol(MT/IVT) engines. Looking for a VFM/Features comparison.

[@aryanverma962]

32:34 Quick Correction Seltos is now available with Diesel Manual , it was launched just after 2-3 days of Creta launch. In my opinion If someone has a tight budget of 15 lakhs they should buy the seltos htk its better than creta ex.

[@motorinc]

We did share that at 32:37! But thanks for bring it up!

[@skms7128]

Karthik n shumi can u guys pls suggest me which one to buy is it manual or Dct

[@GeevarCheeramalil]

Looking to buy a C-SUV. Annual running would be around 20000-25000km. Would you recommend going for Diesel Auto OR CVT? I’m also considering Seltos HTX variant as well.

[@fardeenpasha225]

I am happy that you mentioned how good the Creta IVT is. This engine and transmission was never part of the media drives for Seltos and Creta. There was no proper test drive review available either. Great engine and gearbox combo, sells good but goes under the radar.

[@kootboot50]

Hi, I have been driving my 2017 Elantra and I find the 2024 creta still doesn't have some of the frills like......auto sensor opening of the boot, lumbar adjustments in the drivers seat and mirror and light on the drivers side sun shade !!!

[@rajivt1982]

36:00, the summary of which model to choose!! Thats exactly buyers wanted to know.. Thanks for all the details... What about safety rating of the new model?? I wanted to buy Creta but thinking about the safety of the new model (Harrier is bothering me a lot!!)

[@motorinc]

Hullo! The chassis has been beefed up using more high strength steel. And there’s more equipment as standard. So it should be better than before. But, how much better - that’s for the star givers to decide. We wouldn’t hesitate about getting one.

[@vishwassingh6360]

I'm planning to but SUV Can you help me which one should I go with Creta S(O) manual or Elevate VX/ZX manual

[@motorinc]

Just on the engine basis - we’d pick Elevate! If any other specific needs please do message us! Thanks!

[@rubymohan2144]

Nice review. Some misses on the new creta facelift top end version 1. No wireless Android Auto / Apple Carplay 2. No front passenger side door request sensor. Honda and Marutis have it. 3. No soft touch return for the door grab handles.

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing! Appreciate it!

[@sachinbhandare5185]

Hi Karthik, Can you please also review the Venue N line 2024. Your review will help us make the right buying decision.

[@SiddharthLokre]

Guy's, I may not be the only one here so I need your opinion on this I feel that the seltos age quicker than usual IMO, like there are the visible dullness and the sporty look dies away and the vehicle on the overall becomes old within 6-7 months of a new purchase. The creta on the other hand has always been bolder and better looking of the two. Even after 5 years, the creta still has the look and road presence that says "that's a creta passing by"

[@mech7able]

Excellent video as always! Quick question, does the CVT come with drive modes, and if so what are they? Also I wish we got a nice big knob for AC controls rather than so many buttons. I look at that AC control unit and would have a headache trying to figure out what does what😢

[@Tech_Advisor_to_CXOs]

It does - eco, normal and sport. Sport has less acceleration lag (rubberbanding) than eco, but still noticeable compared to a manual or a torque converter. But the engine noise is much louder and annoying (because it's at higher revs). So it's a tradeoff between noise and lag. I drove in eco since I couldn't stand the noise even at 70 kph.

[@mech7able]

Thanks! That makes sense😁

[@madhavpadhye7082]

Is Creta good enough for bad roads? I mean will it weather bad roads for 7-8 years of usage? Or shall I consider any other option?

[@dhruvnegi322]

Great vid as usual.. couple of questions though.. You have recommended 3 variants but all of them are auto transmissions.. i am more of a manual guy and prefer NA with it.. is it still the same as it was on pre facelift one.. ? Also.. the huge gap in the front grill.. is that an issue.. from the pics it seems you can see inside components.. not sure if its a problem..

[@motorinc]

Hullo Dhruv! The big gap in the grille is not a problem. It just looks strange. Yes the NA engine is the same as before. If you like MT + NA - you should drive the Elevate as well before deciding.

[@dhruvnegi322]

@@motorinc yepp.. that one is in consideration too..thanks guys !!

[@kartikeyayadav3043]

We want to buy the creata for my dad, he will do a bith a lot city and highway driving. We want a car that is comfortable but also has some power, I heard from you only that Seltos isn't comfortable which we were originally planning to buy we skipped that, Now out of these two options that you recommended Turbo petrol DCT transmission Naturally Aspirated Petrol CTV transmission Which is best for city and high way rides ?

[@pskiranps]

I have been driving for about 10-11 years and have always been using a diesel (had 2 cars). The reason I am a little worried about diesels going out is because of the obvious reason of torque, and Karthik mentioned that the Turbo Petrols have it covered these days and I agree to it, but still it comes at the cost of efficiency where in a diesel you never had to spend more for that torque.

[@motorinc]

Yep! But the long term cost/value equation is weighing against diesels now. Delhi is a great example. 🤷‍♂️

[@alukdebbarma6074]

Gonna take delivery of the new creta sx MT this week, its gonna be family's first car. And thanks for helping forming up my opinion in order to take the decision. Just revisiting the video again. Thankyou Shumi and Kartikey.

[@motorinc]

Congratulations @alukdebbarma6074! Thanks for sharing this with us. Do let us know how the experience with the Creta is for you.

[@hungry_doc]

I have been watching many car reviews off lately but when i cane across your channel, its all on another level. I am confused between elevate zx and creta s(o), but this conversation cleared a lot of doubts. Thanks !😊

[@motorinc]

Thank you doc, glad it was helpful!

[@MrStealthy007]

Diesels are really good option because despite the gap between petrol and diesel prices narrowing, the mileage and torque combination really help them get some good mileage. Our Hyundai Verna Diesel gets 17-20kmpl even in Mumbai traffic, sits at 22kmpl on the western express highway and is stable at 25 on the Pune expressway while still having enough torque to have fun. It's all because of the low end grunt, it feels completely alright under 1500 rpm too.

[@motorinc]

How long have you had it? And how much have you clocked! And - thanks a ton for sharing your experience. 🙏🏾

[@MrStealthy007]

@@motorinc 2012 - foreseeable future, 2,30,000 kms, still running as well as new, never had any issues

[@motorinc]

That is the ideal scenario! Totally get it.

[@karthickvelushamy]

The creta base model with genuine accesories (audio , infotainment and reverse camera) is the most VFM car under 15L right now. Only thing will be mileage, but it is similar to venue turbo mileage.

[@shabnambanerjee3903]

Great review as always! ❤️ What would be a better option? Creta S optional automatic with CVT or Seltos HTX automatic IVT?

[@pradeepreddy5222]

The only thing that will make CRETA A STEP AHEAD is the build quality when compared to SELTOS.

[@ashishkumar2844]

Hi MotorInc team, how would you rate and take on ad as on Volvo Xc60(59 exshowroom). Should I go ahead with that or just go with a non adas new evoque(68exshoweoom)/x3(a little expensive at 70 exshoweoom).pls advise

[@motorinc]

Hi Ashsish! With or without ADAS - the XC60 is sweet! Very worth it.

[@prashanthababannavar6696]

Hi Karthik & Shumi... good work,👍 but you guys also need to touch upon certain aspects.. for instance practicality.. We expected you to highlight THE differences between SELTOS & CRETA Eg- Rain sensing wipers, all illuminated power window swithes, all 4 power windows with one touch down function, number of cubby holes & space utilisation in centre console... BUT THE BIGGEST MISS You guys didn't mention about SAFETY... all other reviews have tried to sell the point that Hyundai has tried to strengthen the architecture by incorporating high strength steel..bla..bla... Is it really the fact or are THEY trying to plant that news....?

[@motorinc]

Hey Prashanth! We discuss what we think is important. Just to clarify - the Seltos rolled back the one-touch functionality soon after launch. 🫤 We don’t think those features will change buying decisions. But thank you for your feedback. As for the safety angle - the chassis - like on the Seltos / has been beefed up to improve crash worthiness. That’s as much as we know and can say. Crash tests will have to do the rest. We find it good to drive and that’s 👍🏽 in our books.

[@motorinc]

Hey Prashanth! We discuss what we think is important. Just to clarify - the Seltos rolled back the one-touch functionality soon after launch. 🫤 We don’t think those features will change buying decisions. But thank you for your feedback. As for the safety angle - the chassis - like on the Seltos / has been beefed up to improve crash worthiness. That’s as much as we know and can say. Crash tests will have to do the rest. We find it good to drive and that’s 👍🏽 in our books.

[@mohdrameez9801]

Hi guys can you please do a comparison between diesel creta and seltos facelift.. one of the last diesel option left for diesel lovers

[@DrAmitJain-jz2fm]

Hi sir ,I’m looking mid size suv with 13-14lakhs budget ,have checked HTK petrol seltos /elevate V variant / Creat E model Petrol MT ,all at same price with accessories…So which one you suggest or any other car u can suggest in that budget ? Family of 4,more of city drive .petrol variant

[@anshaggarwal6918]

What did u buy? We r looking for the same. Booked the ex variant creta for now.

[@rawalsushant]

Of all the reviews that have come recently I am eagerly waiting for what Shumi thinks about the new Jawa 350 and also the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. I hope that comes sooner

[@motorinc]

Noted!

[@sandesh9225]

God i love the way shumi used to teach us basics in older channels can we bring them back if possible?

[@motorinc]

We're working on how to do this Sandesh. Stay tuned!

[@WashburnD10]

Excellent commentary, Although 33 psi with 3 people and light bags is way too low for the kerb weight of the DCT. I would do about 35 to 36 depending on road conditions.

[@hariwyld21]

Thing that we will miss when diesel cars go out... 1.Good Low End torque with great FE 2.Great highway cruising at good speeds at lower engine revs(diesel engine simply feels effortless at highway speeds) 3.Diesel engines need not be revved out like petrol engines to extract performance.

[@NishantNagda3009]

Superb Guys!! Following Kartik from Autocar days and have always loved the way he review the cars. I’m an existing creta IVT user and it’s a great machine to use in city. Only on few instances you feel the power should have been more otherwise as a daily city car it’s perfect. While the prices of creta and Seltos are same, creta loses on features like Air purifier. Earlier it was present but in this facelift they have removed it whereas Seltos gets it. Also Seltos gets tinted glass whereas creta has regular ones.

[@Krishna-wc1oZ]

Creta sx or elevate zx ? Which one will you pick ?

[@sudhakarkanapata7185]

Very different price range?. Creta S(O) and Elevate ZX are similar. if creta comes back with good crash test rating, Creta S(O) definitely. Otherwise, elevate. i am an Elevate ZX CVT owner, btw.

[@motorinc]

Thanks so much Sudhakar!

[@motorinc]

Hey UR - if you are picking manual go for Elevate - The Honda engine will make it more satisfying to drive. For an auto - pick the Creta - it has better sound insulation and so the better experience. Which more than makes up for the slight difference in performance and efficiency.

[@nomadicinside]

Never liked Creta much as it never ticked as an aspirational product for me(no offense to the Creta owners, it's personal preference). However, if you ask me, the OG Creta had the best design till date. Kart's take on the CVT was spot on. I was all up against CVT boxes till I drove one, and I was pleasantly surprised. So much so that I ended up getting a car with one. Modern CVT boxes are very well tuned and I believe they are overly criticized from a performance stand point. For the majority of the buyers, it has sufficient performance to keep them entertained on 90% of their use case scenario. The only time you feel that it could have been better is when you go pedal-metal. On congested city roads, it's a joy to use. No hunting of gears, just smooth and linear pickup. So much so that you will love driving the car on city roads. And out on the open highways, if you keep the engine on its power zone, the CVT box can keep you entertained. I did a 1200km road trip on my car recently and it was mad fun. So for those fence-sitters, test drive the NA + CVT engine combo of the car you wish to buy, you will be surprised. For me, I test drove both the Honda City CVT and the Hyundai Creta CVT back to back, and I ended up liking the tuning of the Honda against Hyundai. Not that Hyundai was any bad, but I felt the Honda to be more responsive and lively compared to the almost clinical behavior of Hyundai. The Hyundai is almost close, which should be fine for the majority of the crowd out. As for the video, well, Shumi gets a 11/10 rating for his summary from me, :), and Karti is always at his level best, calm and stoic on his approach. Shumi's glances and the cheesy, cheeky banter always makes me chuckle throughout the length of the video, :). Cheers!!

[@motorinc]

Hullo NI! Absolutely loved reading your post. Thank you so much. Please keep writing in.

[@binoybangalore1]

Wonderful discussion, both of them have brought in a podcast type of discussion through a video is just a treat to watch and listen. Did not know how 45 minutes passed by, i learnt lot about automobiles just by hearing both of them. Whenever a new vehicle arrives, first thing I do is to hear him through this channel called first impressions.

[@shantanu_d]

- Shumi's summary 10/10 especially because he skipped the stuff that wasn't important 👍 - I think the base variant is also important especially because it wouldn't have any ADAS or bling. A clean slate to work on if I may. - That color reminds of a "3D" color option on the Matiz. Looked almost black in shade, greenish with the light directly above it and bluish when viewed from the sides. - The 1.5 NA CVT is definitely ideal for city biased usage. The ownership would be uneventful which could be a plus or minus depending on personal tastes. One of the few channels where duration becomes irrelevant. It has become my best breakfast watch. Good job MotorInc 👍

[@motorinc]

Hola again SD! Thanks a ton for your summary! 😄

[@yogeshpaithankar1476]

No comments on bncap? And safety rating? Chasi with high grade steel used so will it increase ratings and both wheel disc brakes. Suspension and ride quality compared to other SUVs like XUV/Safari/Harrier etc

[@motorinc]

Is there a BNCAP rating yet?

[@callingbell-ix5se]

Shami believes safety rating doesn’t matter as lack of safety encourages cautious driving

[@motorinc]

CallingBell! Shumi actually believes that driving well is the first step if you want to be safe. Getting lost in crash test ratings can happen later. He also believes that the order is not negotiable 😊

[@sravankumar7282]

Creta s optional or Sx tech CVT model which one you suggest?

[@ravitejamalisetti813]

Sx tech

[@esoxjem]

Thank you! Do you have any thoughts on the reliability of the DCT in Indian climate/traffic/etc. conditions?

[@motorinc]

Hello! Every technology as it evolves becomes more reliable. We are now seeing new generation DCTs which are better to use presumably more reliable too. Why we don’t worry about it too much is - warranty and EW. We would always recommend it when purchasing these options. It’s an additional. It’s but it locks in many years of peace of mind. Hope that helps.

[@manuvmenon]

I test drove the new creta ivt and didn’t like the ride as it was not composed over undulations and bad roads. Its a good car for under 50 kmph on very good roads.

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Will look out for that when we test it.

[@shamanthvijayakumar6368]

Was it the Hyundai Nexo the fuel cell vehicle you were talking about Karthik ?

[@motorinc]

Absolutely right! Thanks again!

[@geetpawade1216]

Your car reviews have truly elevated the genre to a whole new level. Watching your videos is an absolute delight, and the elegance portrayed is exceptional. In my opinion, this is the most lavish car review channel on KZbin. There is this unique calmness in your videos which is truly admirable, it has this soothing effect which I can't explain making the viewing experience even more enjoyable.

[@shashankshekharsingh9978]

Any particular reason for despising the 18” wheels

[@deepanshutalra6730]

Drove 950kms continuously for 16.5 hrs Creta 2021 NA Petrol a great engine.

[@motorinc]

Manual?

[@deepanshutalra6730]

@@motorinc Yess

[@jaygokani1440]

Hi. Now since the price is out. Pls suggest for CVT. should we go for S(o) or SX tech. N why u don’t like Adas. And then compare to elevate. Like when I asked u about elevate u asked to wait for creta

[@motorinc]

Hello! If you are looking at the CVT - the default recommendation will be the Creta - it’s got much better sound insulation which makes it much more enjoyable to drive. We would happily skip the tech pack. As for ADAS - right now - it’s not as helpful as it’s made out to be. We would want it to be really helpful in Indian conditions rather be just a gimmick. Finally, it’s your decision - does it fit in your driving conditions. And does it seem worth it. Let us know what you decide! Thanks!

[@jaygokani1440]

Lovely. Thanks a ton. Will soon reply my decision , once I make it ☺️

[@vile6155]

Go for SX Tech iVT, the ADAS is well tuned. Speaking as an owner who drives in city traffic

[@kenadams5227]

This entire video could be summed up with all the close shots of just Shumi's expressions!!!!😆 Amazing timing by the production team catching it evey single time when Shumi had a reaction to what Kartik was saying!!!!😊

[@motorinc]

Thanks a ton! We'll pass your compliments on to the team! 😊

[@abhisheksengupta8702]

Does somebody know what Shumi meant by CretaN - one vowel difference? 🤔

[@kaushalpatel245]

hi @karik , 1.can you paste that list for cvt gear box gear range ? 2. why not the diesel manual as the preferred one ? because they only make sense now with high running. 3. yes Mr Summi we are not at all happy with diesel dying. 4. we will request you to check 2nd base variance as well and Karol bag car upgrades to creta .. they challenge to make base to top so you might be seeing top only. but sales says total different story'.(2nd top is the most sold)

[@amitchopra6414]

Hi karthik, pls suggest which is a better overall package as a self driven car out of Creta DCT Vs Seltos DCT

[@motorinc]

Hi Amit, in the way it feels to drive the Seltos and Creta will be close - but Seltos is just a bit more involving. Also, the cooler cabin experience of the Seltos goes a long way in pushing through balance in its favour. Stock to the 17” rim variants!

[@amitchopra6414]

Thanks for ur reply, this really helps

[@amitchopra6414]

I personally like the dual tone DCT top model in white , that has 18inch wheels , will it really hamper the drive / ride quality ,

[@amitchopra6414]

Like can one change the stock 18 inch wheel to 17 inch later on, does it gell up well with the suspension set up

[@sagarnildhar1458]

Hi, I never saw any video of Venue. Do you get one or not?

[@motorinc]

Not yet Sagar!

[@bhaskarmahendren106]

One of the main reason we are getting past the love for Diesel is the price difference. In 2013 diesel was about 16/- to 18/- rupees less than a liter of petrol, now it's only about 6/- to 9/- rupees. Given that for almost all of us the highway usage is never more than the city use. It doesn't make much difference.

[@motorinc]

Very much! And the performance+efficiency gap is also narrowing.

[@manmeet16]

Thanks for the video, was looking forward to the Chasis part but you didn cover that, also dynamics wise between elevate & Creta which one is better?

[@motorinc]

The Creta rode comfortably and confidently earlier - didn’t feel too different now. We will be able to speak more in depth once we test it at MOtorInc HQ! Look forward to clarifying the Elevate and Creta confusion then. Hope you can wait. Thanks!

[@abhayakumarnanda7735]

is there a timeline to publish that? All Creta pricing as well as variant are already out. There is a huge price different of 3L on road in the 1.5L NA top spec variant? Also the emerald pearl colour looks small compared to Red for street presence.@@motorinc

[@vishnukiran86]

The reason I still use a diesel car is the application we have at home. We primarily use our cars to do 1000km road trips and almost never use it in the city. The long tank range and the great fuel efficiency of a diesel at 120kph just makes sense. A turbo petrol might have better performance but I’ve always found them to be very throttle sensitive and NA / NA+hybrid cars aren’t very pleasant at these speeds because of the high rpm. EVs aren’t meant for highway driving either. It’s sad that emissions are killing off these capable mile munchers

[@vishaalmurali7463]

Can hear it on other platforms. But saw on KZbin for shumi's priceless reactions 😂😂

[@motorinc]

Good decision! 🤣

[@sarveshrajput234]

You are one of the few auto analyst who has differentiated in the performance of IVT performance in Hyundai cars against normal CVT transmission The same view I had when I drove IVT creta in actual driving condition performance is fabulous response on acceleration beyond what I expected from Naturally aprirated engine to the extent that I have changed my booking from turbo dct to naturally aspirated IVT model

[@vugen9960]

The new husqvurnas and the old ones are both still on sale and the price is so confusing, please make a short clip about it if possible, thanks.

[@g1y3]

I get what you are trying to say with 'N'. For example i20N in uk come with 1.6L engine that can do 0 to 100 6.9 sec while in India they launched i20 N" line" with 1.0L engine & better suspension ,all in all not the proper performance version due to cost concerns.

[@anmoljavadekar7201]

Any chance someone can help me choose between creta 1.5 turbo with 7 dct and Seltos 1.5 turbo with 7 dct ( same engine-transmission) Strangely i and my dad both felt that Creta had lesser turbo lag, felt a bit lighter and quicker ( revved freely after 1500 rpm) and in seltos it felt a bit heavier and a bit lazy below 2k rpm… Can someone clear my doubt? Is seltos slightly less quick and feels heavier at low rpm?

[@sonuaswani7057]

Kartik sir which is good pick seltos or creta facelift

[@RajaramSrinivasan59]

Is the sunroof unsafe? Regards

[@motorinc]

It's essentially a hole in the roof structure of the car @RajaramSrinivasan59. Definitely compromises its integrity.

[@sudhakarkanapata7185]

I eagerly waited for this discussion after Creta's Launch and i really enjoyed listening to you guys, as expected. A few areas i think you could have done more are. 1. Talk about passive safety. Either confirm nothing changed or if you just dont know. For example, some channels are saying there is 50kg weight increased, so this might ace the crash test. Would have been nice to hear from you folks. 2. Prices have been released long back. not sure if you guys shot this long back. if so why? 3. While seltos comparasion makes sense, i wish you compared this a little more with other cars in some key areas atleast. For example, is ride quality and comfort as good or better than vitara/ elevate or poorer?. Is turbo petrol + dct as good as kushaq?. These are the ones that will evenutallu help propspective buyers. I enjoyed this Nonethless. Still i think you can make it even more awesome.

[@motorinc]

Hey Sudhakar! Thanks so much for holding us to a higher standard. We’ll try to tackle this here. 1- Like the Seltos - the chassis has been beefed up. We will have to wait for crash tests to validate the improvement resulting form it if any. 2 - we shoot right after we drive when things are fresh. So we will discuss price and value in other videos. Do stay tuned. 3 - We would have loved to compare with its rivals but this time Kartikeya refrained because the road and driving conditions weren’t varied enough to really draw in depth comparisons. We wouldn’t want to talk out of our hats. We will compare once we get to drive the Creta for longer in more “normal” conditions. Like with the cabin experience and comfort we discussed rivals where possible. Hope that makes sense.

[@motorinc]

Also - As for the turbo-dct combination - like we said in the First - the Hyundai combo is better than the VW combo. Period. Do check that out.

[@sudhakarkanapata7185]

Appreciate the reply. Looking forward to see more awesome stuff from you..

[@ankittnarangg6969]

I have booked Creta sx (o) IVT and it is costing around 22.60L , Is it worth it ? Or shall I change it to SxTech

[@piyushkanthak1087]

Where are you from? Bangalore?

[@nageshs2564]

Hi Team, Seltos podcast video is corrupted, could you please upload again to get your thoughts between creta and seltos

[@motorinc]

Hello Nagesh, video is part of members only content.

[@arpit7533]

What you think on DCT engine for someone who has 80% city drive. Is DCT makes sense to buy, And are they reliable as they are working on Venue since the last 5years and on other Koreans as well.

[@motorinc]

Get the CVT! At least try it.

[@adn5503]

This discussion was so insightful, Thanks. I am really in a dilemma of whether to get the SXO petrol manual or the cvt, because I will be driving in both city traffic and occasionally in the hills 'steep ones'. Just wanted to know if cvt will perform well in the hilly areas, Thanks .

[@motorinc]

Go for the CVT, it will be more enjoyable more days. For the occasional hill drive - you can use the paddles and use the “gears” for more responsiveness

[@manutyagi8917]

was going through some news... CRETA has scored 5 Stars in the ASEAN Crash test.. will that be same for the version here in India or we'll again be just accept that since its got a big hole in the roof we don't need the same levels of safety? can we have more of these safety ratings discussions / understanding the results of crash tests when the new season of ThisConnect comes ?

[@akashsarma8241]

after watching this review and test driving finally decided for the creta diesel automatic. didn't go for cvt as i have the running

[@DeveshMolasaria]

I love my diesel Aspire TDCi and sad to see there are very few options left in market. If Taigun had a diesel I would have upgraded today. With my bs4 I don't have headache of DPF or DEF and I drive a lot so turbo petrol might get close to diesel in performance but not in Fuel economy. And there's no match for the low end torque and the engine sound❤