Why the Creta King matters

Hyundai has added the new Creta King as the fully loaded top-spec trim to celebrate 10 years of the Creta in India, along with King Knight and King Limited Edition variants, as a push upmarket with more features and wider engine options. Prices start at ₹17,88,500 (ex-showroom), above the SX(O) and giving customers a factory-loaded alternative to dealer accessory packs.

What’s in the package

The Creta King gets 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone auto AC with touch panel and 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat with an electric walk-in device, more comfort and tech than previous top trims. The Limited Edition has exclusive “King” accessories, while the King Knight has all-black theme with matte black wheels and unique badging for a showroom look.

Engines and variants explained

• For the Creta King: “All major powertrains are available on the Creta King trim, including the 1.5 petrol MT/IVT, 1.5 diesel MT/AT and 1.5 turbo-petrol DCT.
• For the other two variants: Add a new sentence to clarify: “However, the King Knight and King Limited Edition variants are offered exclusively with the automatic options: the 1.5 petrol IVT and 1.5 diesel AT.

What stands out

Beyond the bigger wheels and climate control, highlights include memory function for driver’s seat, a wireless adapter for Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, integrated dashcam and seatback tray for rear passengers. That’s the edge: premium features without post-purchase add-ons, which should appeal to new Creta top model buyers.

Price and position in the lineup

At ₹17,88,500, the Creta King is the new top model above SX(O) and Knight trims and complements updates to regular Creta and Creta N Line variants. For context, the entire Creta range is priced between ₹11-20.5 lakh ex-showroom and the King family now sits at the top of the pyramid.For those looking for the “all-in-one” Creta, the King trims offer a ready-made top model with more features and wider engine options, while the Knight theme is for buyers who want a darker, sportier look from the factory. Expect demand to go for diesel AT and 1.5 turbo DCT in metros where the added comfort tech and visual upgrades can’t be ignored.

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FAQs

What is the Hyundai Creta King price in India?
₹17,88,500 (ex-showroom), diesel AT and turbo DCT variants above ₹20 lakh.

How is the Creta King different from the Creta Knight?
King is the fully loaded top-spec with new features and tech, King Knight has same features but with blacked out styling and Knight badging.