KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- VinFast VF6 starts at Rs 16.49 lakh, undercutting the Hyundai Creta EV by a fair margin
- Hyundai Creta EV priced from Rs 17.99 lakh onwards, stretching up to Rs 23.50 lakh
- Offers two battery pack options (42 kWh & 51.4 kWh) with ranges of 390 km and 470 km, respectively
The Indian EV space is heating up, with new players entering the segment. Vinfast has recently launched its VF 6, priced at Rs 16.49 lakh (ex-showroom), which sits below the popular Hyundai Creta EV. In this article, we'll put both the Vietnamese and the Korean SUV head-to-head and figure out which one makes more sense to you as a buyer. But before getting into the details, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Design
Let's begin with the basics: how do they both look? This is a crucial aspect for a few of you out there. The Vinfast VF 6 looks more like a crossover carrying a compact design overall. At the front, you'll notice those full-length LED DRLs making a 'V' shape along with the Vinfast logo in the middle. It rides on 18-inch alloy wheels, along with plastic cladding all around the lower part. Meanwhile, at the rear carries the same DRL flowing across the tailgate with a large Vinfast logo in the middle. At the bottom, you get a refelector housed along with an all-black bumper.
Coming to the Hyundai Creta Electric, however, there are no drastic cosmetic changes in the design. We all know how the Creta ICE looks, right? The electric gets subtle EV-specific elements like a closed-off grille along with a charging lid in the middle, carrying the Hyundai logo. Moving to the side, everything remains similar apart from those EV-specific aero alloy wheels. Meanwhile, at the rear, that electric badging differentiates it from the regular model.
Features
Well, both the SUVs are loaded with new-age tech and features. Starting with the VF 6, it comes equipped with a plethora of features, including a 12.9-inch infotainment screen, Auto AC, Powered adjustments for driver seats, an autodimming IRVM, rain-sensing wipers and much more. Meanwhile, the safety is handled by ABS with EBD, ESC, 7 airbags, 360-degree camera, TPMS, adaptive cruise control and level 2 ADAS.
While the Creta Electric doesn't lag in terms of features. It boasts twin 10.25-inch screens, one for infotainment and the other for the instrument cluster, an 8-speaker Bose audio system, dual-zone AC and auto-dimming IRVM. Meanwhile, the safety equipment includes a Level 2 ADAS suite, six airbags, 360-degree cameras, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), front parking sensors, rain-sensing wipers, and hill-start and descent assist.
Powertrains
The Vinfast VF 6 comes equipped with a 59.6 kWh battery pack paired with a front axle-mounted motor. This setup together churns out 204 hp and 310 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, it can go from 0-100 km/h in just 8.89 seconds and can run up to 480 km within a single charge.
On the other hand, the Hyundai Creta Electric offers two battery pack options: 42kWh and 51.4 kWh, which offer a claimed range of 390km and 470 km, respectively. Meanwhile, the bigger battery pack goes from 0-100km/h in just 7.9 seconds. However, the smaller one gives out 135 hp while the bigger one belts out 171hp and 255 Nm of torque.
Pricing
The Vinfast VF 6 is available at a starting price of Rs 16.49 lakh (ex-showroom which goes up to Rs 18.29 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top spec Wind Infinity. On the other hand, the Hyundai Creta Electric is expensive, starting at Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and going up to Rs 23.50 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Excellence LR variant.
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Verdict
The VinFast VF6 stands out as a bold newcomer that delivers strong performance, a tech-heavy cabin, and aggressive pricing. Its ideal for buyers who want a futuristic design, loads of features, and great value without overspending. On the flip side, the Hyundai Creta EV may not look radically different, but it wins with its longer driving range, refined road manners, and Hyundais trusted service network, which adds peace of mind for long-term ownership. In short, choose the VF6 if youre after excitement, features, and affordability, but go for the Creta EV if you prefer range, reliability, and an established brand. Both SUVs have their merits, but your choice depends on whether you value fresh ambition or proven assurance.
