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The new compact crossover Hyundai Creta can be called new only conditionally. In fact, its release began in 2014, first in China, where it is known under the name ix25, and then in India, where it received its current name. Now the smallest representative has arrived in Russia.

An interesting detail. The appearance of the models produced in different markets is practically the same. Probably because Cret's looks are well balanced in terms of design and suit everyone. There is no feigned brutality of an SUV, but there is no "girlishness" either. Dimensions Hyundai Greta - typical for a compact crossover class car. In particular, the length is 4.27 meters.

Although the Creta is just a compact crossover, it still feels pretty confident off-road. Fortunately, there are systems that help the driver. For example, a descent assistant for years. In addition, now Hyundai Greta's clearance is an impressive 19 cm.

Even before the official presentation of the new Creta on the Russian market, all kinds of myths began to appear around the crossover. One of them is this: the new model is based on a rather weak, from a technical point of view,. Hyundai representatives, in turn, insist that the Elantra is inside, and improved. Indeed, the rear suspension is multi-link, and therefore the driver can comfortably steer with one hand, communicate with passengers and at the same time not follow the road too closely, even if it is rather broken.

A few words about the suitability of the new SUV for life outside the parquet. The re-tuned undercarriage handles the nuisances of shallow rutting, gravel, and relatively level ground well. But when there are more bumps, cracks and small holes, the suspension starts to get nervous.

As soon as high-frequency irregularities appear, you can immediately hear how they are transmitted to the interior and to the body. But the brakes do not lose their performance, even in very difficult terrain. One more pleasant technical feature of the new crossover should be noted. In any, even in the simplest configuration, it is equipped with rear disc brakes. Of course, this car is not designed for regular driving on rough dirt roads, but it will be able to withstand them for a while.

Hyundai Greta videos

Hyundai Greta test on asphalt

It seems like Creta is trying to please everyone at once. This is a good endeavor to be welcomed. Its positive impact is felt in the way the car looks, how practical it is and even how the driver's space is organized. It is clearly divided into zones: there is a multimedia zone, there is a climate zone. There is also a large digital clock zone. The devices are excellent, they are simple in German, but well readable. There is none of the vulgar blue lights commonly found in Korean cars.

According to the on-board computer, the fuel consumption while driving on the highway was 10.8 liters. According to the documents, this is exactly how much the car should spend in city mode. Thus, the difference between the declared and actual fuel consumption is 2.5 liters. However, the reason for overspending can be not only the car, but also the driver, or rather his driving style.

Technical characteristics and specificity of Kreta in Russia

The level of comfort that a driver is entitled to can be summarized as follows. There is an armrest, but there is only one automatic among the power windows - the one that the driver has. Its button says "auto". There are electric mirrors, keyless engine start, keyless access to the salon, heated front seats, both driver and passenger. Moreover, there is a heated rear sofa and even a heated steering wheel. This is the result of preparing the car for Russian conditions.

Hyundai test engineers drove 750,000 km across Russia, including the Arctic Circle, in order to understand what the Russian buyer needs. As a result, we have a fully heated windshield, heated steering wheel and all seats, a more capacious battery and a plastic fuel tank instead of a steel one. Also, the settings and ways of installing the shock absorbers have been changed, and the power steering has a new algorithm with a more clearly defined zero position.

Motor units

According to the results of running tests, the engines were adapted for 92nd gasoline and are capable of starting at temperatures down to -30 ° C. With motors, everything is extremely simple and straightforward. There are 1.6 and 2.0 liter engines. Power, respectively, 123 hp. or 149.6 hp. There was a second motor on the test. No pampering with transmissions. No CVTs or 4-speed automatic transmissions. Presumably, Hyundai's marketers and engineers would put a 4-speed automatic under the hood in order to lower the price of the Creta, but they simply don't have it. Therefore, either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission is offered. Received for a test drive Hyundai Greta, a review of which is described here, represented the second option.

Mono or all-wheel drive? On the test drive, there was a four-wheel drive car, which Kret has similar to that found in older models of the Korean line, such as or Tussan. Therefore, all-wheel drive is quite decent here. True, instead of with the all-wheel drive system, their problems were also received. In particular, such as the lack of dynamics with seemingly sufficient power.

On the one hand, the Creta has a hundred and fifty horsepower and a new 6-speed automatic. On the other hand, when the driver tries to accelerate to a hundred, the car picks up speed noisily and diligently, but it does so within 11.3 seconds. For a car that weighs a little over a ton, that's not the best speaker. This figure will improve if you choose a manual transmission, but only slightly.

Advantages and off-road test drive

As is often the case, disadvantage is balanced by virtue. In this case, the sluggish dynamics is partly offset by good steering. The engineers from Hyundai took from the Elantra not only the suspension and multimedia, but also the steering wheel, which is really cool. Looks expensive, high tide, leather and stitching. It controls the on-board computer, multimedia control and telephone control. Cret also has a speakerphone. This is not to say that "zero" is expressed very clearly here, but the fact that the load increases with increasing speed is very pleasant. And all because there is an electric amplifier. In starter configurations or in mono-drive versions, the buyer receives a hydraulic booster, and in more expensive all-wheel drive, with a 2-liter engine, an electric power steering.

As a result, the crossover behaves clearly on the road. In turns, it allows you to maintain the planned trajectory without steering and even feel some kind of feedback from the front axle. Therefore, driving is easy and comfortable.

However, if you are not looking for comfort, but the chapel of the capabilities of little Creta, then you should leave the asphalt and move closer to the wild, which can be opposed by 190 mm of ground clearance, not the worst geometry and the ability to forcibly block the clutch. During the test drive, which took place in rocky terrain, Creta performed well.

Conclusions for those who intend to buy a Hyundai Creta

The Hyundai Creta crossover turned out to be quite nice, well-equipped, with a decent interior and clear steering. At the same time, it definitely lacks dynamics, energy intensity of the suspension on a bad road and cruise control. The most important thing to remember when trying to rate the Hyundai Creta is a budget car. Its price is 749.900 rubles for the basic configuration. And 1.159.900 rubles - for the top one. It is cheaper than the mid-range Ford Focus and much cheaper than the starting configuration of the Skoda Yeti. There is something to think about. Undoubtedly, by the totality of characteristics, Creta is able to please. It seems that Hyundai has managed to make a car that will be able to repeat the success of Solaris in Russia.

Hyundai Greta sizes

• Length: 4270 mm;
• Width: 1780 mm;
• Height: 1630 cm;
• Wheelbase: 2590 mm;
• Ground clearance: 190 mm.

Hyundai Creta crash test

Which is better: Renault Kaptur or Hyundai Greta?

Experts are confident that the recently released Hyundai Creta crossover is a little late, because an earlier debut could bring the company much more profit. But, as you know, better late than never, and these words are perfect for this situation. Cret's presentation caused a huge stir - events of this scale had not been on the Russian market for a long time. So what is this Creta really? If you think this is a purely marketing product, then you are greatly mistaken - with the right approach, you can strike some good sparks from the car. Okay, let's move away from metaphors and present you with a test drive Hyundai Greta.

With an accusatory slant

Recently, a test drive of Hyundai Greta (Hyundai Creta) took place, which was supposed to put everything in its place and answer all controversial questions. For the test, a flat Altai area was chosen, not far from the Katun River. Against the background of these landscapes, the car looks very lively and interesting. If you look closely, you will notice familiar features. And this is not strange, because we are faced with a European, albeit of Korean origin. A closer look at the exterior reveals many similarities with the Mercedes GLK and Skoda Fabia.

Of course, we do not undertake to assert that our comparisons are the only correct ones, since every motorist can find another "double". If we talk about the peculiarities of the appearance of the "Korean", then we immediately note the absence of the usual smooth transitions, but at the same time, the main features of the model range are visible. Also, I would like to highlight LED optics of a similar shape, enlarged wheel arches and high-tech plastic sills. The latter are perfectly combined with stylish door trims.

You can't do without reckoning

As usual for the test drive of the Hyundai Creta, the maximum vehicle configuration was used - Comfort. In addition to it, there are two more configurations. Basic - Start, can be called nothing else but "empty", since it lacks some necessary elements. Medium - Asset, looks more attractive, but still, it is still very far from the maximum. Judge for yourself: Comfort includes air conditioning and heated steering wheel, as well as other interesting equipment. Most likely, this particular modification will be the most demanded in our market. Therefore, our today's test drive Hyundai Creta should interest you. Note that the minimum cost of a car is 800 thousand rubles.

A storehouse of revelations

We're not sure if you will like the basic interior design, but what the manufacturers offered in the Comfort trim looks pretty good. In the interior, you can see the continuation of the external stylistic concept: the chopped lines of the dashboard, a stylish visor that protects the multimedia unit, as well as the protection of the dashboard. In this hegemony of relief, powerful vertical deflectors and a high-tech climate block are visible.

It is worth noting that the developers decided not to oversaturate the console with buttons and switches, minimizing their number. The elements that were nevertheless used are located so ergonomically that they are absolutely not striking or distracting.

Considering the fact that the width of the car is 1,387 mm, it may seem that the body of the Hyundai Creta is tight. But the test drive of the "Korean" showed that this is not at all the case. The fact is that the developers have reduced the thickness of the doors and thereby saved a lot of space. There are no complaints about the height of the body. Moreover, the chairs are equipped with comfortable electric position controls.

There are only complaints about the headrests, which do not seem comfortable enough. If you accept this, then the management process does not cause absolutely any discomfort.

Now we move to the rear seats. Many claims can already be made here. This is both the relatively low ceiling and the cramped sofa, where only two adults can freely fit. Also, it is unpleasant that when the driver's and front passenger's seats are maximally shifted back, the knees of the rear passengers are tightly fixed in an uncomfortable position.

The luggage compartment capacity of 402 liters deserves criticism, but a test drive showed that 2-3 suitcases fit freely. In addition, the folded back sofa allows the volume to be increased to 1387 liters. If this is not enough, then you can remove the spare tire and get some more free space for luggage.

The movement on the 123-horsepower engine turned out to be quite predictable - soft, but at the same time, somewhat heavy. On a straight road, everything is more or less good, but off-road the engine is better to accelerate to 2,800 rpm. This is especially true in cases where the trunk of the crossover is fully loaded.

As for overtaking, it is more difficult than that of other cars of the company. The situation is partially saved by the 6-speed "mechanics", which has already proven itself well in Solaris. And the fuel consumption is lower than that of competitors - an average of 7 liters per hundred.

Four-wheel drive

So, now let's switch to a two-liter engine with 6 automatic transmissions and all-wheel drive. To say that there is a difference is to say nothing. But the differences relate to technical characteristics, while the interior design is almost identical. It is worth noting that the 2-liter unit is noisier than the base unit, and this is, frankly, wonderful - you can feel the true spirit of an SUV. For the test drive Hyundai Creta with a two-liter engine, hilly terrain was chosen and the car did not disappoint at all. The only drawback of the crossover in these conditions was the high stiffness of the steering wheel, which is why you have to constantly steer. In addition, at 4,000 rpm, there is a slight disruption in the interaction of the motor and gearbox.

The all-wheel drive system proved to be excellent on steep climbs. This is especially true on roads covered with gravel. The real challenge was the 30-degree climb, but Creta 2.0 handled it perfectly.

In the end, Creta went to the dug field, which seemed like child's play to him. The suspension has shown itself perfectly, but it is only immediately noticeable that the front part is slightly inferior in reliability to the rear.

Conclusion

Well, let's sum up the results of the test drive Hyundai Greta: the car does not really like high speed and sharp maneuvers. It is more suitable for off-road driving, although it cannot be said that it will get lost in heavy traffic. With the right approach, the "Korean" can be a good city car.

We present to your attention a video review of the 2017 Hyundai Creta.

Design

The appearance of the new Hyundai Greta 2017 has acquired angular shapes and has become more classic. The front and rear optics very much remind me of the optics of the flagship Hyundai - Genesis. As for the fog lights, they are vertical and give some brutality. Front projection headlights with additional cornering lamps.

From the side, the new Hyundai Creta 2017 looks interesting too. Plastic body kits, deep embossing along the entire length of the body give the appearance a certain solidity. But at the same time, they look heavy.

As for the back of the Creta Hyundai, everything is harmonious here too. Diode marker lights are interestingly used. The rear-view camera with projection adjustment also looks nice.

Wheels of 16 and 17 sizes are installed on cars. We have a top-end car with 17 alloy wheels. Chrome handles only on top trim levels and an additional option - a footrest. A plastic body kit is present in the very initial configuration.

Hard plastic is used in door decoration. Everything is practical, well-fitted, budget-friendly, but tasteful.

For fans of red, there is good news, the 2017 Hyundai Creta appeared at dealers in this design. Moreover, the choice of color does not affect the cost.

Under the hood

It uses a 2 liter engine with 149.6 horsepower. This is done in order to get into the tax niche and pay less tax. The proven 1.6 engine and 123 horsepower are also used. If you want to know how they will perform on the road, carefully watch the video test drive Hyundai Greta at the top of the article.

The engine trim is missing and can be purchased separately. There is no thermal insulation.

Despite the fact that the Hyundai Creta 2017 belongs to the budget B class, it has a lot of such things as in Skoda. Hyundai has worked on its practicality and usability. There is a hard floor, and if the rear seats are folded down, it becomes flat. You can arrange an overnight stay in the car.

In the trunk lid of the new Hyundai Greta 2017 there is a special hole so that if suddenly somehow someone remains in the car, or in the trunk, you can get out yourself from the inside using a screwdriver, or some kind of key by pressing the latch ... There is a handle to close the boot lid.

Salon

The Hyundai Greta review cannot be complete without a description of the salon. This is a budget Japanese Volkswagen.

Budgetary, since hard plastic is used, but with a good fit of materials. Japanese, because when I get into the Creta Hyundai salon for the first time, I remember the Subaru Outback 2009. Volkswagen, because there is no chaos in the details, everything is in its place, clear and understandable.

Very easy to understand, understandable and easy to read analog instrument panel.

On the steering wheel: voice communication, on-board computer menu selection. All electric lifts, adjustable heated mirrors, cup holders in the door cards are present. Visors without illumination, but with large mirrors and with some kind of fasteners for documents or cards. There is lighting for the comfort of the rear passengers, as well as a heated rear sofa.

The climate control is also very similar to the Volkswagen family. The temperature is simply adjusted, the intensity is adjusted - everything is in its place. In this fully equipped car we have:

• heated front glass,
• heated steering wheel,
• ascent and descent assist functions,
• differential lock function.

Heated front seats three-zone. There are many possibilities for connecting external media: electronic devices, recorders, detectors, radars. There are 2 sockets for 12 volts, there is a USB input and AUX for listening to your favorite music.

In move

The steering is finely tuned, reminiscent of German cars Volkswagen and Skoda.

The cost of our car is 1 299 000. For this price, hard plastic may not suit, although it is quite decently made, and the noise of the engine. At rpm above 3000, it is very annoyingly audible. And also the noise of the wheels. A detailed Creta test drive can be viewed in the video review at the very top of the page.

Prices and conclusions

Hyundai Creta review will be right to end with an analysis of prices, they start from 749,000. There we get a 1.6 engine and 123 horsepower. There will be no four-wheel drive and air conditioning, but we will:

• full power windows,
• armrest with box,
• rear brake discs,
• radio unit,
• six-speed mechanics.

The 2017 Hyundai Creta is a very nice car. Nice to drive, in the cabin, in appearance. For comfort while driving and overcoming obstacles on the track, the car behaves with dignity. Meanwhile, the engine noise is very audible when it starts to pick up speed, after 3000 rpm. The noise enters the cabin and everything rattles.

The motor runs, but the 149 horsepower has to go harder. According to an official dealer, a front-wheel drive car behaves much more dynamically.

The only thing that really strains is the cost. The top car in which we are sitting is worth almost 1 299 000.

Watch the full video of the Hyundai Creta review at the beginning of the article.

A test drive is a prerequisite that must be fulfilled when planning to buy a car, if you want to make a profitable and successful purchase. It will allow you to get a complete picture of the vehicle under study, to understand how it behaves on the move and in different conditions. And test drive Hyundai Greta requires special attention, because this car has confidently taken a leading position in sales in Russia, it is very popular among drivers of different levels of professionalism.

It should be noted that you can order the service being in a car dealership, and the manager will be happy to give you a ride in the chosen car. But, will it be possible to get a complete impression and make an objective assessment? It is better to watch the test drive on video, which is conducted by independent experts, it will be more informative. You can get acquainted with the features of the car, being in front of the monitor, in a comfortable environment, carefully studying all the details down to the smallest detail. After viewing, you will already know for sure whether you made the right choice.

What features will you note in the salon

Starting a test drive of Hyundai Greta, it is immediately possible to note the spaciousness of the cabin. Indeed, there is enough free space for both passengers and the driver to feel as comfortable as possible. The front panel is designed in such a way that it absolutely does not interfere with the knees, even if a tall person gets into the car. All controls are conveniently located within easy reach, which should also not be ignored.

Only sitting in a car, it is possible to note the convenience of car seats. They get enough attention on any test drive video of the new 2016 Hyundai Greta. The rounded backrest guarantees comfort for people of different sizes, and the seats are equipped with lateral support, which also cannot be ignored. The only point is the lack of adjustment of the lumbar support, but the car seats are made in such a way that this does not become an obvious disadvantage. Additional convenience is provided by armrests that allow you to take a relaxed position, feeling the desired comfort.

If during the test drive Hyundai Greta you look at the rear row of seats, then there is also enough free space and passengers will feel very comfortable. Thanks to the low central tunnel, the person sitting in the middle will not feel any inconvenience.

The steering wheel is adjustable only in height. On departure, it is configured only in the most expensive Comfort configuration. On the spokes in all versions there are audio control keys. This allows you to configure the desired mode of its operation without distracting attention from the roadway.

The sun visors have large makeup mirrors. This moment is especially important for the fair sex.

Watching the 2016 Hyundai Greta test drive video, you'll note the dashboard. There is a speedometer, a tachometer, as well as a display showing the fuel level in the tank, the temperature in the cabin and other useful information. It is important to note that the visor is equipped with a white backlight that does not irritate the eyes even in the dark, but all the data is clearly visible.

If we talk about the trunk, then there is no shelf, which is provided only in the Active and Comfort trim levels. There is no luggage rack. But there is enough space.

Driving performance of the car

Studying the video of the test drive Hyundai Greta 2016, pay attention to the driving performance and power indicators of the vehicle. Start by starting the motor. As soon as the starter button is pressed, the characteristic noise is barely heard in the cabin. The systems are very quiet, and neither the driver nor the passengers experience any vibrations. They are also absent in the process of movement.

The car starts very quickly and easily, the gas pedal is quite sensitive. If you have to start on an uphill, then the special Hill-Start Assist Control system helps to carry out the action with maximum efficiency, preventing the car from rolling back. A test drive of the Hyundai Greta crossover was able to fully confirm this.

All transients, for example, gear shifting, occur very smoothly and confidently, so the vehicle picks up speed well without any interruptions in the operation of the engine and gearbox. It takes a two-liter engine a little more than 12 seconds to accelerate to hundreds of km / h. The maximum speed indicators exceed 180 km / h. The agility of the car is retained even in modifications equipped with an automatic transmission. According to this indicator, Hyundai wins even against its main competitor Renault Kaptur.

If we talk about maneuvers, then this test car also passes quite successfully. On a winding road, it feels quite confident, easily overcomes any obstacles. The steering wheel turns without much effort, because hydraulic and electric boosters are installed on various car modifications. Braking is effective, although some experts find it somewhat slow.

Also, the video of the test drive Hyundai Greta shows the excellent stability of the car on the road. Even if the driver releases the gas pedal, applies the brake, makes a sharp turn, the stabilization system will prevent skidding and slipping. Security is at a high level. Fans of extreme driving may perceive this moment ambiguously, but in any case, the vehicle will protect all people in the cabin from emergency situations.

Another point that is important to pay attention to when watching the test drive video for the 2016 Hyundai Creta is the suspension. It is perfectly adapted to our roads, provides a smooth crossover movement even on a road with significant unevenness. A particularly high level of comfort is noted in models with four-wheel drive. With front-wheel drive, passengers in the rear seats still experience slight vibrations.

Important! The off-road behavior of the crossover requires special attention. Here he shows himself very dignified, even overcoming a hill climb with a slope of 26.6 degrees. Downhill is assisted by a system, included in the basic package, to ensure a smooth and safe ride.

What is the final assessment of the vehicle? It is difficult to give a definite answer here. Somewhere the car deserves a "five", in some moments it is rated with a four plus. In general, the Hyundai Creta test drive will satisfy your interest, convince you of the correctness of the perfect choice. But, it is worth noting that the opinion about the crossover may vary somewhat depending on who is conducting the tests.

What the experts think

Many are interested in evaluating a car during a test drive with Stillavin. Let's consider the main points that the expert notes:

• a sufficient amount of interior space, including behind the wheel, and a spacious trunk with a relatively small vehicle size;
• original interior design, good ergonomics, rich technical equipment, quality of materials that the manufacturer uses in decoration;
• comfortable steering wheel, equipped with audio system controls, useful heating function, which is provided in the top configuration;
• a new version, which offers a powerful engine, fast and easy acceleration of the crossover, minimal noise and vibration;

• slightly increased fuel consumption compared to other brands that have similar ones;
• during the test drive Hyundai Greta, the smooth running of the car was noted, providing comfort to the driver and passengers;
• good handling of the vehicle, which is manifested both in straight-line driving and when cornering, during maneuvers.

Interesting! If we talk specifically about testing the crossover by Stillavin, he notes somewhat insufficient lighting and the simplicity of the installed audio system.

In general, the expert, having done a lot of testing, notes the good correspondence of the car to its class and the established price. This is another reason for the crossover purchase decision.

Anton Avtoman is considered a no less popular specialist among auto experts. He also conducted a test drive of the Hyundai Creta, as a result of which he agreed with previously considered opinions, considering the vehicle a good example of its class. Thematic videos in Russian are easy to find. They are offered in large numbers on YouTube. Here you will also find a comparative test drive if you are in doubt about the choice between the two models.

You can also watch the crash test of the car on the Web, which was carried out many times on models of the Indian and Russian assembly in 2015-2016. Testing has shown that the crossover has maximum stability against side impacts, guaranteeing passengers a high level of safety. A frontal collision turned out to be more dangerous, so here the manufacturer is advised to slightly modify the model. In general, New Hyundai Creta copes well with the tests being conducted, showing good qualities in all respects.

So you see that the crossover is really worthy of attention and detailed consideration. The manufacturer has done a good job on all of its systems, achieving the desired results. That is why cars are steadily gaining popularity.

Hyundai Creta-Solaris among crossovers. Inexpensive if you compare it with competitors, the cost of the minimum configuration on the market is 800 thousand rubles, the "maximum speed" will cost 1.2 million rubles. The crossover is pleasant to look at, outwardly the model is practically no different from its fellow tribesmen, at least for the worse. Good quality of finishing materials, comfort and ergonomics are provided. However, there are several significant "BUTs" that make the operation of the Korean crossover a real nightmare and a big disappointment for the new owners of Cret.

We have collected some of the most egregious facts about the fact that a crossover from Korea is far from the best option to buy.

Hyundai Creta body is rotting!

The first and most terrifying fact about the Hyundai Creta is that its body is rotting just a few months after leaving the assembly line! What a news!

This fact was indicated by a considerable number of motorists who managed to take possession of the crossover and what they were saying was shocking, it was simply impossible to believe in it. Nevertheless, all the stories turned out to be true, a number of trustworthy automobile publications wrote about this, including the information published on the website of the magazine "Za Rulem".

According to data from forums, from a quarter to a third of owners are faced with this unpleasant ailment. And all right, the bottom of the car would be covered with rust, at least it could be “overwhelmed”. But traces of metal decomposition appeared on the body panels and even on the roof. What is it like? You can read more about the study in the article "Why the new Hyundai Creta is rusting - an investigation" Behind the wheel ""

And in order not to slander the Korean automaker, we note that according to official data, there are very few car owners who are faced with the problem of rust on the Hyundai Creta, 1 percent will not be typed.

Therefore, you should not panic. However, it is best to keep in mind that there is a similar problem.

In order not to tarnish its reputation, Hyundai will change the necessary technical processes by any means (or has already made changes) and new parties will get rid of the unpleasant ailment. But the sediment will remain ...

A crossover with a 1.6 liter engine, automatic and four-wheel drive has indistinct dynamics

The second annoying disappointment of the owners is that the Creta, equipped with a 1.6 liter engine, automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, does not go at all.

Immediately, we note that this is almost the maximum configuration and it costs more than 1.1 million rubles.

According to the passport, the acceleration is 13.1 seconds, not fast, but it would seem possible to live, because we do not take a sports car. In life, everything turned out to be a little worse (according to the members of the forum), since acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h is not the only driving mode in real road conditions, much more often you need to quickly accelerate from 3rd, 4th gear and here everything turns out to be completely bad. A car with a 123 horsepower engine does not pull out, acceleration is sleepy and does not quite fit the realities of modern road life.

However, the disease is treated very simply, take a model with a 2.0-liter engine, overpay a little (60-100 thousand rubles), but immediately raise the safety of operation by several points up.

P.S. People differ on the dynamics of the discussions. For some, the power and traction is quite enough and they do not understand the essence of the claims of other owners. Forum club-creta.ru

The minimum equipment is no, no!

Hyundai differs from many in a fairly budgetary approach to pricing, but according to an old and bad tradition, if you want to buy a car as cheaply as possible, do not do it, otherwise you will go wrong. For 800 thousand rubles in the Start configuration, you will get the form of a crossover with a mono-drive on the front axle, two front airbags, steel 16 ″ discs and a set of “options” that are even in Lada Kalina, such as a classic electric window unit, central locking and an immobilizer.

Tell me honestly, would you buy a completely "naked" car for 800 thousand? Well this is a crossover, whatever one may say, not a Lada car. With all due respect to the efforts of the domestic auto industry to get out of the impenetrable darkness. In this our fellows inspire optimism.

Creta is expensive

Yes, we say that the crossover is budget, read, inexpensive. But if we discard the minimum configurations and choose a more or less decent one, it turns out that it is better to purchase a model from only 1 million rubles. ONE MILLION, Karl!

What is it like? It's not expensive?! Expensive of course.

We understand that the crossover has always been an expensive pleasure and the manufacturer cannot sell its products at a loss, but ... Creta is really an expensive model from Hyundai in the budget segment.

Purchase queues

At the same time, to buy Creta you will have to wait. The wait will be long. In some regions, the queue is scheduled for almost six months. This is both a merit and a mistake of the manufacturer. On the one hand, the excitement is frenzied, people want to get themselves Creta, from the other point of view, it would not hurt to establish supplies or production in a larger volume. Discussion on the forum www.hyundai-creta2.ru

These were the top 5 most egregious Hyundai Creta facts. Of course, car owners will find a bunch of flaws or simply gustatory flaws in the car and forums are full of discussions of this kind. We will not list negative reviews, because in our opinion, this will already be nit-picking.

What did we want to say with this material? There are no perfect cars. They do not exist in nature, even super-reliable Toyota breaks down. Think back to Toyota SUV frames after 7 years. But in pursuit of imaginary savings, it is better to slow down and think, is it worth it to go on credit or give the money accumulated over the years in order to acquire a seemingly crossover, but in fact an ordinary city car named Creta? Maybe it's better to take a brand new Solaris of the second generation, a proven bestseller of the Russian market, honed over the years of release, and not know the troubles? Or do you still think it's worth paying extra for the Creta's off-road performance? You decide.