Hyundai Creta Lineup Revised: SX Tech and SX(O) Variants Removed

Hyundai has updated the variant structure of the 2026 Hyundai Creta, streamlining the SUVs lineup by discontinuing two trims, the SX Tech and SX(O). With this move, the number of available variants has now been reduced from nine to seven, slightly reshaping how features and pricing are distributed across the range. The revised lineup now consists of E, EX, EX(O), S(O), SX, SX Premium, and the range-topping King variant. Let's jump straight into the details, but before that, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community, specifically curated for petrolheads like us to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates.

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Hyundai Creta: ADAS Now Restricted To Higher Trims

The SX Tech variant previously served as an important middle ground in the Hyundai Creta lineup, mainly because it offered Level 2 ADAS at a comparatively lower price point. With its discontinuation, buyers looking for these driver assistance features will now have to move to the top-end King trim, resulting in a noticeably higher entry cost for ADAS technology within the Creta range. Before being phased out, the SX Tech variant was priced between Rs 15.69 lakh and Rs 17.22 lakh (ex-showroom), making it one of the more accessible ways to get premium safety tech in the segment.

The Hyundai Creta SX(O), which originally debuted as the flagship variant when the facelifted second-generation Creta was launched, had already started losing prominence after Hyundai introduced the newer King trim. Despite removing these two trims, Hyundai has not redistributed any significant features to the remaining variants, which means that for the same features, buyers will now have to opt for more expensive trims. The current lineup now consists of E, EX, EX(O), S(O), SX, SX Premium, and the range-topping King variant

Powertrain Options Remain Unchanged

Mechanically, the Creta continues unchanged and retains its existing set of 1.5-litre engine options. The naturally aspirated petrol engine produces 115 hp and 144 Nm, while the turbo-petrol delivers 160 hp and 253 Nm. The diesel unit generates 116 hp and 250 Nm of torque. Transmission choices continue to vary depending on the engine, with manual gearboxes offered on the naturally aspirated petrol and diesel versions. Hyundai also offers a CVT automatic with the standard petrol engine and a 6-speed automatic with the diesel. The turbo-petrol remains exclusively paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.