Hyundai Creta vs KIA K2700
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Hyundai Creta
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Hyundai Creta
1.5 IVT Fluid
Petrol
Discontinued model
ZAR 456,900
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Discontinued model
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⚡ 85 kW
🔧 144 Nm
⛽ 16.8 km/l
VS
KIA K2700
2.7D Workhorse Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 404,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 56 kW
🔧 152 Nm
⛽ 10.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Hyundai Creta vs KIA K2700: the short answer
Creta has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2700.
Recorded price context
Creta:
last listed from
ZAR 407,900
·
K2700:
current from
ZAR 351,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Creta85 kW @ 6300 rpm | K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Creta144 Nm @ 4500 rpm | K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm |
| Engine Size | Creta1497 cc | K27002665 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Creta16.8 km/l | K270010.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Creta200 mm | K2700195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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KIA K2700
2.7D Workhorse Tipper
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Creta
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
K2700
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Creta
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
K2700
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2016 | 1997 |
| Generation | Second generation Creta built on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; the SA model is a popular variant shared with several emerging markets | Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market |
| Facelift History | Second generation arrived in SA in 2021 with significant upgrades to interior quality, safety tech, and engine options; notably improved over the first-gen car | Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2021 | 2012 |
| Body Style | SUV | Van |
| Production Status | discontinued | active |
| Segment | SUV | Van |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1365 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Van |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White (standard fleet specification) |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 200 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 l | 70 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 433 l | 3000 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1365 kg | 1880 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1860 kg | 2850 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 495 kg | 1300 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1180 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.3 m | 11.4 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | 1800 mm |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | 1500 mm |
| Climate Control | Dual Zone Auto Climate | No |
| Power Windows | All | No |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | Electric Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1396 l | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1396 l | Not Applicable |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 12V | Yes |
| AC Type | Dual Zone Auto Climate | No |
| Boot Opener | Inside | Manual |
| Climate Zones | 1 | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | No |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | No |
| Front Armrest | Yes | No |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | No |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Inside | Manual |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Manual | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | No | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | No |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Steel | Full-Size Spare |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | No | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Yes | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | No |
| Air Conditioning | Dual Zone Auto Climate | No |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | 1800 mm |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | 1500 mm |
| Rim Size | 17 | 185R14C |
| Sound System | 8 | 2 |
| Unlocking | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | No |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | No |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 9.5 |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | No |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.45 |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Normal |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | No |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | No |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | No |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | No |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | No |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | No |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | No |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Analogue Cluster |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | No |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | No |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | No |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Vinyl Seats |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | No |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | No |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | No |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | No |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | No |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | No |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | flagship |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | No |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | No |
| TPMS | Yes | No |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | No |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | No |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | No |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | No |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | No |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | No |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Body-on-Frame |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | k2700 |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | No |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | No |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol | 2.7-litre Naturally Aspirated Diesel |
| Engine Code | G4FJ | J2 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 2665 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 94 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 96 mm |
| Maximum Power | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm | 56 kW @ 3200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm | 152 Nm @ 2000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 130 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal | No |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 62.3 kW/tonne | 29.8 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 105.5 Nm/tonne | 80.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front | Front Transverse |
| Gearbox | IVT Intelligent Variable Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | RWD |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | No |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.10 |
| Number of Gears | 7 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Single Dry Disc |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 7 | 5 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | 15.2:1 |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.8 km/l | 10.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.5 km/l | 9.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | 11.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 l | 70 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 3 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | - |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.8 km/l | 10.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 50 | 70 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 0 |
| ABS | Yes | No |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | No |
| Traction Control | Yes | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | No |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | No |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Safety Rating | Not Rated (SA) | - |
| AEB | No | No |
| BA | Yes | No |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | No |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | No |
| Stability Control | Yes | No |
| TCS | Yes | No |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | No |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | No |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | No |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | No |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | No |
| Alarm System | Not confirmed | No |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | No |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Lights | Yes | No |
| Auto Wipers | No | No |
| Eco Mode | Yes | No |
| EV Mode | No | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | No |
| Sport Mode | No | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | No |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | No |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | No |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | No |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | No |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather-Look | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Driver | 2-Way Manual |
| Heated Seats | Front | No |
| Ventilated Seats | No | No |
| Steering Type | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | No |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | No |
| Front Armrest | Yes | No |
| Rear Armrest | No | No |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue + MID | Analogue |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | Grey |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | No |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual | 2-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Manual | 2-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | No | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 2-Way Manual |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | No |
| Front Headrest | Yes | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | No | No |
| Memory Seats | No | No |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 2-Way Manual |
| Rear Headrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Vinyl |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1350 mm |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | No |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Commercial cab with driver and passenger seating, basic audio, air conditioning (Aircon variants), manual windows, simplified commercial switchgear |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Vinyl |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 2-Way Manual |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | No |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | No |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | Grey |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Grey |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Android Auto | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 2 |
| Navigation System | Yes | No |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | No |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | 0 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | No |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | No |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | No |
| AUX Input | Yes | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25 inch | 0 |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | No |
| Infotainment Display | Touchscreen | 0 |
| Rear Usb | Yes | No |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25 inch | 0 |
| Touchscreen | 10.25 inch | 0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | No |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | No |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Analogue |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | No |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | No |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Full LED | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | LED | No |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy | Steel |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Atlas White, Titan Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red, Galaxy Blue | White |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable | Manual |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | No |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | Metal |
| Body Type | SUV | Tipper Truck |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Yes | No |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | No |
| Led Headlights | Full LED | No |
| Led Taillights | Yes | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | No |
| Headlamps | Full LED | No |
| Headlight Type | Full LED | No |
| Headlights | Full LED | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 820 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 1365 mm |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Cab |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not confirmed | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | No |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | No |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Metal |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Cab |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 18 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 20 deg | 16 deg |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | 200 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 200 mm | 195 mm |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 19 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | No |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 18 deg |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 185R14C |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy | Steel |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Steel | Full-Size Spare |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | 91 | 112 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | L |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17 | 185R14C |
| Brake Type Front | Disc (Ventilated) | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Steel | Full-Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 17 | 185R14C |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Wheels | 17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 280 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 260 mm |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 185 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 185 mm |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | No |
| Wheel Material | 17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy | Steel |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Full-Size Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 185R14C |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | No |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Column | Tilt | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Coil | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil | Leaf Spring |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1490 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1550 mm |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Telescopic |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | No |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Body-on-Frame |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km / 12 months | 7500 |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| First Service At | 15000 | 7500 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Alternator | 120A | Yes |
| Service Plan | 4 | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 km / 12 months | 7500 |
| Accessory Battery Type | Lead-acid | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 7500 |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | R1,800 per service |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 133 g/km | 249 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | No |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Unleaded 95 | B7 Diesel |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 3 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | No |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | DPF |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 261 |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | 78 dB |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 249 |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private and family | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 456900 ZAR | 404995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Historical listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 456900 | 404995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 456900 | 404995 |
| Spec | Creta | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | Not confirmed | 7.7 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | Not confirmed | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | Not confirmed | 10.6 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | Not confirmed | 12.4 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Creta and K2700 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Creta 36 vs K2700 32.
Efficiency index: Creta 65 vs K2700 43.
Safety-equipment index: Creta 84 vs K2700 0.
Practicality index: Creta 66 vs K2700 68.
Ownership-cover index: Creta 65 vs K2700 49.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Creta leads by 25 points
Creta has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2700.
Evidence leader
62
/100
Lead
25
points
Data
93%
source coverage
62
#1
Evidence leader
Creta
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 36
Performance
36
Efficiency
65
Safety
84
Practicality
66
Ownership
65
Leads by 25 points
37
#2
K2700
84% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 68
Check
Safety 0
Performance
32
Efficiency
43
Safety
0
Practicality
68
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Creta +4
Efficiency
Creta +22
Safety
Creta +84
Practicality
K2700 +2
Ownership
Creta +16
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Creta
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
66/100
Ownership
65/100
K2700
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Hyundai Creta
leads the specification evidence index with 62 pts
vs 37 pts for K2700
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Creta leads. However, K2700 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Creta vs K2700 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.