A silent storm cometh

Can the mighty Creta capitalise on its chart-topping pedigree with a funky, futuristic and all-electric version? We find out on a scenic drive from Chennai to Puducherry.

- Nishant Padhiar

from ₹21,49,900 (ex-showroom)/hyundai.​com

Hyundai is well aware of the winning formula it has on its hands with the ICE-powered Creta. But enough is never enough, especially when the EV race is heating up. More range, faster charging, and greater acceleration are goalposts that every EV maker has set for itself. To distinguish its first-ever "Made in India" EV from the rest, a generous shade card shows off the Creta EV in 10 colours, and one of our favourites is the matte Ocean Blue that looks oh-so-Swedish.

The freshness is highlighted by the 17in aero wheels with specially designed tyres for low rolling resistance. Up front, an N-Line-like face is dotted with a pixelated grille that is reminiscent of the brand's global design language for EVs.