Hyundai Venue Top vs Base Creta Diesel: Features Or Size In Rs 9.99 Lakh?

The SUVs segment in India is reaching new heights with more and more carmakers bringing in new products thus offering the best to the consumers. However, some carmakers are also playing smart and know their game right! One such trusted brand is Hyundai and in this article, we will be comparing the Hyundai Venue Top trim vs Base Creta Diesel model.

We pick Hyundai Venue Top trim vs Creta base model in diesel disguise because of the price factor which adds an advantage to the user most of the times. The second to top trim of Venue SX we picked starts at Rs 9.99 lakh which is the same as Creta base E model! It is a tough call as to someone who wants to choose features or want to make a road presence with the size that is possible with Creta!

Dimensions

Being a sub-4-metre compact SUV, Hyundai Venue surely attracts tax rebates. The base Creta even with fewer features does offer a better road presence thanks to its sheer size. It is 305 mm longer, 20 mm wider and 30 mm taller than the Venue! The cabin space too is increased thanks to the 2610 mm of wheelbase as opposed to 2500 mm of Venue.

In Hyundai Venue you get 350 litres of boot space while in Creta you get 433 litres. Also, you can cover more distance in a single tankful of diesel in the Creta, thanks to the additional 5 L tank capacity which stands at 50 litres while that of Venue sticks at 45 litres.

Engines

Both the SUVs use the same 1.5L diesel engine which is tuned to make different power figures. While in Venue this same engine churns out 99 bhp with 240 Nm of torque while in Creta it delivers a frugal 115 bhp on tap with 250 Nm of maximum torque.

Both the SUVs are offered in a 6-speed manual transmission, however, if you are looking for an automatic in diesel then it's available with higher trims of Creta only. Also, the fuel efficiency of BS6 Hyundai Venue diesel sticks at 23.3 km/l while that of Creta comes at 21.4 km/l.

Features

Now, here comes the price factor in mind and the ultimate choices of several buyers - that whether they will opt features or choose size? Both the SUVs offer a decent amount of features when compared with each other. Both the SUVs comes with projector headlights and it is the Venue which scores ahead because it also comes with Auto headlights. The small SUV also comes with LED DRLs and LED taillights.

Hyundai provides central locking in both the SUVs, however, in Venue it is much advanced and offers smart keyless entry. The Creta gets ahead of Venue by offering a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System which is a must in modern-day cars. Both the SUVs offer cooled glove box and Venue SX comes with a Cruise control feature which the Creta E lacks. The smaller SUV also leads with providing a reverse camera and an additional 12V power outlet.

On the inside, both cars offer a tilt steering wheel and dual-tone colour scheme. The Creta offers a beige and black theme while the Venue gets settled with Khakhi colour. Also, the Venue comes with a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob. Additional features on the Venue SX include an electric sunroof, touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Prices

With the big size, comes big responsibility and Hyundai offers unlimited kilometres warranty on Creta and Venue is offered with 1 lakh km only. Sure, the 3 years period is a common point which lies for both SUVs.

Verdict
Well, it is not such a difficult choice if you ask us. The Creta comes in a fifth-generation model and has created a brand in itself. Plus the price makes it easier as someone who is looking for extra space, good road presence and a frugal diesel motor then one should pick Creta.

If you are looking for an SUV that can be fitted in tight places, offers loads of features and an engine which delivers a good mileage too then one should pick the Venue.