The midsize SUV segment has been set on fire with the launch of the all-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris, which has become the most affordable offering in its category with a starting price of Rs 10.50 lakh. It’s also debut as a new flagship SUV for Maruti Suzuki’s Arena dealership network, directly challenging the segment leader – the Hyundai Creta.
For buyers, choosing between the two could be confusing as both SUVs offer premium features, multiple variants and three powertrain options. To help you decide, we have compared the all-new Maruti Victors and Hyundai Creta on the basis of pricing, features and engine specifications. This comparison will give a fair idea of which SUV best suits your requirement. Take a look.
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Maruti Victoris Vs Hyundai Creta – Prices
| Engine-Gearbox | Maruti Victoris | Engine-Gearbox | Hyundai Creta |
| Petrol-MT | Rs 10.50 – 15.82 lakh | Petrol-MT | Rs 10.72 – 16.86 lakh |
| Petrol-AT | Rs 13.36 – 17.77 lakh | Petrol-AT | Rs 13.87 – 18.27 lakh |
| Petrol-AT AWD | Rs 18.64 – 19.22 lakh | Petrol-AT AWD | Rs 19.50 lakh |
| Hybrid-eCVT | Rs 16.38 – 19.99 lakh | Diesel-MT | Rs 12.24 – 18.39 lakh |
| CNG-MT | Rs 11.50 – 14.57 lakh | Diesel-AT | Rs 15.41 – 19.31 lakh |
Prices of the new Victoris SUV start from Rs 10.50 lakh for the entry-level variant and go up to Rs 19.99 lakh. The petrol-manual variants are available within the price range of Rs 10.50 lakh – Rs 15.82 lakh, while the petrol-automatic variants cost between Rs 13.36 lakh – Rs 17.77 lakh. The petrol-AT AWD ZX+ and ZX+ (O) variants are priced at Rs 18.64 lakh and Rs 19.22 lakh, respectively. The Victoris hybrid variants are offered in the price range of Rs 16.38 lakh – Rs 19.99 lakh, while the CNG variants are priced from Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 14.57 lakh.
The Hyundai Creta petrol-manual variants come within the price range of Rs 10.72 lakh – Rs 16.86 lakh, while the petrol-automatic combo is priced between Rs 13.87 lakh – Rs 18.27 lakh. The petrol-DCT AWD variant costs Rs 19.50 lakh. The Creta diesel manual and automatic variants are currently available in the price range of Rs 12.24 lakh – Rs 18.39 lakh and Rs 15.41 lakh – Rs 19.31 lakh, respectively.
Verdict: The Victoris doesn’t offer a diesel engine, while the Creta misses out on the hybrid and CNG powertrains. All engine-gearbox combos of the Victoris are relatively more affordable than the Creta. Being the most affordable SUV in the segment, the Maruti Victoris makes a great choice for budget conscious buyers.
Maruti Victoris Vs Hyundai Creta – Engines/Mileage
| Engine | Victoris Mileage | Engine | Creta Mileage |
| 1.5L mild hybrid petrol | 21.18kmpl (MT)/21/06kmpl (AT)/19.07kmpl (AT AWD) | 1.5L NA petrol | 17.4kmpl (MT)/17.7kmpl (iVT) |
| 1.5L strong hybrid petrol | 28.65kmpl | 1.5L turbo petrol | 18.4kmpl |
| 1.5L petrol-CNG | 27.02km/kg | 1.5L diesel | 21.8kmpl (MT)/19.1kmpl (AT) |
The new Victoris is available with three engine options – a 103bhp, 1.5L petrol, 116bhp, 1.5L strong hybrid and 89bhp petrol-CNG. The petrol version (boosted with a mild hybrid tech) offers a fuel efficiency of 21.18kmpl with a manual and 21.06kmpl with an automatic gearbox. The Victoris hybrid is India’s most fuel-efficient car, offering a mileage of 28.65kmpl. Buyers will get a fuel economy of 27.02km/kg with its CNG variant.
The Hyundai Creta, on the other hand, is offered with two petrol engines (115bhp, 1.5L and 160bhp 1.5L turbocharged) and a diesel (116bhp, 1.5L) motor. The NA petrol variants offer a claimed mileage of 17.4kmpl (MT) and 17.7kmpl (iVT), while the turbo-petrol DCT delivers a fuel efficiency of 18.4kmpl. The Creta diesel with manual and automatic gearboxes delivers a mileage of 21.8kmpl and 19.1kmpl, respectively.
Verdict: If mileage is on your top priorty, the Victoris is undoubtedly the better option. Its strong hybrid and CNG versions are significantly more frugal than Creta diesel. In fact, the Victoris petrol model offers higher fuel efficiency than the Creta petrol.
Maruti Victoris Vs Hyundai Creta – Features
| Feature Category | Maruti Victoris | Hyundai Creta |
| Infotainment | 7-inch touchscreen on LXI; higher trims get 10.1-inch | 8-inch touchscreen on EX; 10.25-inch on SX and above; digital instrument cluster (10.25-inch) on SX(O) |
| ADAS & Safety | Level 2 ADAS only in ZXI+ (O); 6 airbags, ESP, traction control, hill-hold, TPMS included from base LXI | ADAS suite (on SX Tech and SX(O)); 6 airbags standard; ESC, TPMS, hill-start assist |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof in ZXI(O) and ZXI+ (O) trims | Panoramic sunroof from S(O) and above |
| Ventilated seats | Head-up display in ZXI+ trim, Ventilated front seats | Ventilated front seats in SX(O) only |
| Driver’s display/HUD | 4.2-inch driver display on LXI; 10.25-inch driver display on VXI and above | 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster on SX(O) |
| Wireless charging & connectivity | Wireless charger, connected car tech | Wireless charger, Bluelink connected car tech, Alexa on SX and above |
| 360° camera, blind-spot monitor | 360° camera, blind-spot monitor | 360° camera, blind-spot monitor on SX(O) only |
| Audio system | Standard speaker setup; ZXI+ has 4 speakers (no premium system noted) | 8-speaker Bose system (with sub-woofer) on SX Tech and above |
| Paddle shifters & Drive modes | Drive modes for strong hybrid (implied readiness); paddle shifters in VXI (AT) | Paddle shifters, drive and traction modes on S(O) and above |
| Other comfort and styling features | Soft-touch interiors, leatherette on higher trims, powered tail-gate with gesture control in ZXI, ZXI+ | Voice-enabled sunroof, ambient lighting, wireless charger, leatherette, dual-tone pack on SX and above |
The Victoris offers several safety and tech features from the base variant including a 7-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity, push button start/stop, automatic climate control, 6 airbags, brake assist with ABS, tyre repair kit and all 3-point seatbelt. It’s first vehicle in its segment to offer Dolby Atmos audio tech along with HUD, Level-2 ADAS and more.
On the other hand, the Creta offers 60:40 split-folding rear seat, while the Victoris has a fixed bench. Hyundai’s SUV also has rear window sunshade, tilt & telescopic steering, 8-way powered driver’s seat, Bluelink connected car tech, a 360-degree camera with blind spot monitor, ADAS with active cruise control and more.
Verdict: The Victoris impresses with its tech, safety from the base variant, and value-for-money premium features in higher trims. The Creta, however, has an edge in rear seat comfort, connected features and premium touches.
