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.
Historical comparison
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Hyundai Creta
Discontinued model
Hyundai Kona
Discontinued model
1.0T DCT ExecutivePetrol7-Speed DCTDiscontinued model
ZAR 565,900last listed
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Decision summary
Hyundai Creta vs Hyundai Kona: the short answer
Creta and Kona are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
Creta:
last listed from
ZAR 407,900
·
Kona:
last listed from
ZAR 459,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Creta
Kona
Maximum Power
Creta85 kW @ 6300 rpm
Kona88 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
Creta144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Kona172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Engine Size
Creta1497 cc
Kona998 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Creta16.8 km/l
Kona15.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
Creta200 mm
Kona165 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Hyundai Creta
1.5 IVT Fluid
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Creta
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Kona
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Creta
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Kona
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Creta
Kona
Model Introduced Year
2016
2018
Generation
Second generation Creta built on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; the SA model is a popular variant shared with several emerging markets
Second generation Kona on Hyundai's K2 GEN platform; the design is more conservative than the first gen but better resolved
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
Second generation launched globally in 2023 and brought to SA; softened styling compared to the sharper first gen, improved interior quality and tech
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2023
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Production Status
discontinued
discontinued
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1365 kg
1460 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Creta
Kona
Length
4330 mm
4355 mm
Width
1790 mm
1825 mm
Height
1635 mm
1570 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2660 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
165 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
433 l
466 l
Kerb Weight
1365 kg
1460 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1860 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
495 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.3 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
Kona
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power Windows
All
All
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
Yes
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
1396 l
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
1396 l
Not confirmed
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
12V
12V
AC Type
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Boot Opener
Inside
Inside
Climate Zones
1
Not confirmed
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Front Power Outlet
Yes
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
Inside
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
Manual
Headlamp Washer
No
No
Panoramic Roof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Power Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
Yes
Service Reminder
Yes
Yes
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Telescopic Steering
No
No
Tilt Steering
Yes
Yes
Trip Computer
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rim Size
17
18-inch Alloy
Sound System
8
8 Bose Premium
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charger
Yes
Yes
Spec
Creta
Kona
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
G4FJ
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
85 kW @ 6300 rpm
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
172 Nm @ 1500 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
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
175 km/h
185 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.5 sec
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.3 kW/tonne
60.3 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
105.5 Nm/tonne
117.8 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
Kona
Engine Position
Front
Front
Gearbox
IVT Intelligent Variable Transmission
7-speed DCT Dual Clutch
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
FWD
LSD Available
No
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
7
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
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
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
7
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
Kona
Claimed Mileage
16.8 km/l
15.5 km/l
City Mileage
13.5 km/l
12.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.0 km/l
19.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
50 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Yes
Real-world Mileage
16.8 km/l
15.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
50
50
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
Kona
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
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
Not Officially Disclosed
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
Not Rated (SA)
AEB
No
No
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Spec
Creta
Kona
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Lights
Yes
Yes
Auto Wipers
No
No
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
EV Mode
No
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Sport Mode
No
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
Kona
Seat Material
Leather-Look
Leather
Seat Adjustment
Power Driver
Power Driver
Heated Seats
Front
Front
Ventilated Seats
No
Front
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Yes
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Rear Armrest
No
No
Cup Holders
4
4
Rear AC Vents
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Interior Colour Options
Black
Not confirmed
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Yes
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
Manual
Cooled Seats
No
No
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fabric Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Headrest
Yes
Yes
Leather Seats
No
No
Memory Seats
No
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headrest
Yes
Yes
Seat Trim
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
Kona
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
8 Bose Premium
Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Yes
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Voice Recognition
Yes
Yes
AUX Input
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25 inch
Not Officially Disclosed
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
Yes
Yes
Audio Speakers
8
8 Bose Premium
Infotainment Screen
10.25 inch
Not Officially Disclosed
Touchscreen
10.25 inch
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
Kona
LED Headlamps
Full LED
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
LED
LED
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
18-inch Alloy
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
Atlas White, Titan Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red, Galaxy Blue
Not Officially Disclosed
Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Rear Wiper
Yes
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Body Type
SUV
SUV
DRL
LED
LED
Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Led Headlights
Full LED
Full LED
Led Taillights
Yes
Not confirmed
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
LED
LED
Headlamps
Full LED
Full LED
Headlight Type
Full LED
Full LED
Headlights
Full LED
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
Kona
Approach Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
No
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
20 deg
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Max
200 mm
165 mm
Ground Clearance Min
200 mm
165 mm
Spec
Creta
Kona
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
235/45 R18
Wheel Type
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
18-inch Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Steel
Steel
Parking Brake Type
Manual
Manual
Tyre Load Index
91
91
Tyre Speed Rating
H
H
Wheel Rim Size
17
18-inch Alloy
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Disc
Spare Tyre
Steel
Steel
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
17
18-inch Alloy
Handbrake Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Wheels
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
18-inch Alloy
Spec
Creta
Kona
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque
Power Steering
Electric
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Front Spring Type
Coil
Not confirmed
Rear Spring Type
Coil
Not confirmed
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Spec
Creta
Kona
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
First Service At
15000
15000
Service Plan Duration
4
4
Service Plan Distance
4
4
Alternator
120A
120A
Service Plan
4
4
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
Lead-acid
Spec
Creta
Kona
Warranty Years
5
5
Warranty Kilometers
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Warranty
5
5
Spec
Creta
Kona
CO2 Emissions
133 g/km
120 g/km
Start Stop System
No
No
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
Yes
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
Unleaded 95
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not confirmed
Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
Yes
Spec
Creta
Kona
Ownership Role
Private and family
Private and family
Price Zar
456900 ZAR
565900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Historical listed price
Historical listed price
Starting Price
456900
565900
Starting Price Zar
456900
565900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Creta and Kona 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 Kona 40.
Efficiency index: Creta 65 vs Kona 62.
Safety-equipment index: Creta 84 vs Kona 84.
Practicality index: Creta 66 vs Kona 67.
Ownership-cover index: Creta 65 vs Kona 65.
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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Kona leads by 1 points
Creta and Kona are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Kona +4
Efficiency
Creta +3
Safety
Level
Practicality
Kona +1
Ownership
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Kona
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
65/100
Creta
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
66/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHyundai Kona
leads the specification evidence index with 63 pts
vs 62 pts for Creta
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Kona leads. However, Creta may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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