The Hyundai Creta Electric is expected to be the company’s most reasonably priced EV to date in India. Is the wait truly worth it? Here, we learn

On the first day of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, January 17, the Hyundai Creta Electric will be introduced. It has already been unveiled. Orders for Hyundai’s all-electric Creta are currently being accepted. It is anticipated to be more feature-rich than its ICE (internal combustion engine) equivalent and to become Hyundai India’s most reasonably priced EV offering to date. Do these factors make the wait worthwhile, or should you choose the Mahindra BE 6, MG ZS EV, or Tata Curvv EV, its competitors?

Before that, let’s examine the pricing of its competitors and the anticipated Creta Electric price:

All prices are ex-showroom

Tata Curvv EV: Buy For Looks, Features, And A More Powerful Electric Powertrain

If you want your SUV to stand out from the more traditional models, the Tata Curvv EV is a good choice. The Curvv EV boasts a plethora of high-end features, including two 12.3-inch screens, auto air conditioning, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and V2L (vehicle-to-load) and V2V (vehicle-to-vehicle) charging capabilities, in addition to its SUV-coupe style. Level 2 advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS), a 360-degree camera, and six airbags (standard) are all part of its safety package.

With two battery pack options—45 kWh and 55 kWh—the Curvv EV can travel up to 502 kilometers (MIDC Part I+II). While the latter is connected to a 167 PS electric motor, the former is mated to a 150 PS electric motor. The torque output of both variants is 215 Nm.

MG ZS EV: Buy for a well-appointed interior and a powerful powertrain

The MG ZS EV is renowned for providing the ideal ratio of power, comfort, and usefulness. Like the Creta Electric, it has a conventional small SUV style and is packed with equipment, but it costs a little more than the Tata Curvv EV. It has a comfortable cabin with plenty of soft-touch detailing on the door pads and dashboard. A 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch digital driver’s display, a panoramic sunroof, and a 6-way powered driver seat are just a few of its many features. It also features a PM 2.5 filter, a 6-speaker system with two tweeters, and auto air conditioning with rear vents. Additionally, a wireless phone charger and connected car technology are included with the electric SUV. 

It generates 177 PS and 280 Nm using an electric motor coupled to a 50.3 kWh battery pack. The stated range of the MG EV is 461 kilometers.

Mahindra BE 6: Purchase for Design, Features, and Performance

Of all the electric SUV vehicles listed above, the Mahindra BE 6 is the most potent and futuristic. Additionally, the inside closely resembles the concept and feels like something from a science fiction film. Best-in-class amenities include a 1400 W 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, multi-zone air conditioning, two wireless phone chargers, and two integrated screens (one for the driver’s display and one for the touchscreen infotainment system). A selfie camera, an augmented reality-based heads-up display, and a fixed glass roof with ambient lighting patterns are other features. With seven airbags (as standard), an electronic stability program (ESP), a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and level 2 ADAS technology including adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist and forward-collision warning, Mahindra is selling the BE 6.  

There are two battery pack options available for the BE 6: 59 kWh and 79 kWh. The rear wheels receive the power generated by the motor, which is 231 PS with a standard battery and 286 PS with a larger pack. The BE 6’s stated range (MIDC Part I + Part II) is 682 km. 

Hyundai Creta Electric: Hold For Affordability And Reliability

One of the best-selling models in India is the Hyundai Creta, and Indian consumers have a great deal of faith in the brand. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the Creta Electric will significantly outperform the Mahindra BE 6 and MG ZS EV. Features include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, wireless phone charging, ambient lighting, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Six airbags, ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, an electronic parking brake with auto hold, and Level-2 ADAS will all contribute to passenger safety. 

The Creta Electric will be available from Hyundai with two different battery pack options: 42 kWh and 51.4 KWh. While the latter claims a range of 473 km, the former claims a range of 390 km.  

Will you now choose one of Hyundai Creta Electric’s competitors or wait for it? Post your thoughts in the comments section below.