10 Years of Hyundai CRETA – The SUV That Changed the Game

Hyundai is celebrating a Very Big Milestone, the Most Popular CRETA SUV has completed over 10 years in India! Launched in July 2015, CRETA was Hyundai’s bold entry into the mid-size SUV space. Fast forward to 2025, and it’s become a household name, trusted by over 1.2 million customers across the country.

The SUV That Created Its Own Segment

In just 10 years, CRETA has become such a strong name that many now refer to the entire mid-size SUV space as the “CRETA segment.” Despite growing competition, it’s remained India’s No.1 SUV every single year since launch.

What Makes CRETA So Popular?

• Over 1.2 million CRETAs sold in India
• Best-selling SUV in India in 2025 (Jan–June)
• 31% market share in the mid-size SUV category
• Sunroof variants make up 70% of sales
• First-time buyers now account for 29% of customers (up from 12% in 2020)
• Available in Petrol, Diesel, Turbo & Electric versions
• Exported to 13+ countries with over 2.87 lakh units shipped

More Than Just an SUV – It’s a Feeling

Over the years, Hyundai CRETA has gone from being just a new car launch to becoming an emotion, an aspiration, and a symbol of success. From the first-gen tag “The Perfect SUV” in 2015, to “The Ultimate SUV” in 2020, and now in 2024, “The Undisputed Ultimate SUV” – the CRETA has continued to evolve in style, tech and performance.

Special Editions and Celebrations

To mark this moment, Hyundai has launched:

• CRETA X Memories – A fun contest inviting fans and owners to share memories for a chance to meet Deepika Padukone or win an iPhone
• A special manifesto film showcasing 10 years of CRETA
• A 100-car Legacy Drive from Hyundai HQ in Gurgaon on July 26, 2025

Hyundai CRETA’s journey reflects Hyundai’s promise of innovation and customer-first thinking. As it steps into its next decade, CRETA remains a symbol of India’s SUV dreams – bold, stylish and ready for the future.