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Decision summary
Hyundai Creta vs iCAUR V23: the short answer
V23 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Creta remains close.
Recorded price context
Creta:
last listed from
ZAR 407,900
·
V23:
current from
ZAR 519,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Creta
V23
Maximum Power
Creta85 kW @ 6300 rpm
V23100 kW
Maximum Torque
Creta144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
V23180 Nm
Engine Size
Creta1497 cc
V23Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
Creta16.8 km/l
V23Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
Ground Clearance
Creta200 mm
V23190 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
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
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
V23
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Creta
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
V23
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Creta
V23
Model Introduced Year
2016
2026
Generation
Second generation Creta built on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; the SA model is a popular variant shared with several emerging markets
South African May 2026 local specification sheet for the current V23 generation.
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
-
Facelift Launched Since
2021
-
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Production Status
discontinued
Published
Segment
SUV
Electric SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1365 kg
-
Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger vehicle
Model Year
Not confirmed
2026
Spec
Creta
V23
Length
4330 mm
4220 mm
Width
1790 mm
1915 mm
Height
1635 mm
1845 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2735 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
190 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
165 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Boot/Cargo Space
433 l
372 L rear seats up; 994 L with rear seats folded
Kerb Weight
1365 kg
1550–1850 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1860 kg
2085 kg
Payload Capacity
495 kg
350–650 kg
Towing Capacity
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
5.9 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
990 mm
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
970 mm
Spec
Creta
V23
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power air conditioner
Power Windows
All
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Push Button Start
Yes
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Wireless Charging
Yes
-
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
-
Electric Tailgate
Not Officially Disclosed
Powered tailgate optional on applicable hatch/SUV bodies
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Automatic rain-sensing wipers optional or equipment-dependent
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1396 l
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1396 l
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power air conditioner
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
1
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Panoramic Roof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Spare Wheel
Steel
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
-
Tilt Steering
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power air conditioner
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Rim Size
17
19 in
Sound System
8
7
Unlocking
Yes
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Wireless Charger
Yes
-
Spec
Creta
V23
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Battery electric drive; no combustion engine
Engine Code
G4FJ
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
85 kW @ 6300 rpm
100 kW
Maximum Torque
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
180 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Electric traction motor
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
1
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Rear axle
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
175 km/h
140 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.5 sec
11 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Comfort, Sport, Individual, Slippery
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.3 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
105.5 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
59.93 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
69.0 kWh
Battery Type
Not Applicable
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
360 km
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
36 min (20-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
V23
Engine Position
Front
-
Gearbox
IVT Intelligent Variable Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
2WD
LSD Available
No
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Paddle Shifters
No
Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Number of Gears
7
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric shift gear
Drivetrain
FWD
2WD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Officially Disclosed
Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Axle Layout
FWD
Electric drive axle(s); configuration depends on derivative
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Transmission Speeds
7
1
Spec
Creta
V23
Claimed Mileage
16.8 km/l
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
City Mileage
13.5 km/l
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
Highway Mileage
20.0 km/l
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Zero tailpipe emissions (BEV)
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Not applicable — no combustion engine
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
16.8 km/l
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
-
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC charging; V2L external discharge 3.3 kW
Fuel Tank Litres
50
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
360 km
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
20 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
341 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
401 km
Spec
Creta
V23
Airbags
6
Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
-
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Body anti-theft alarm and anti-theft horn
Central Locking
Yes
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
No
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
-
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
-
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Front pretensioner seat belts
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
-
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Spec
Creta
V23
Cruise Control
Yes
Cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
-
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
Reverse camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
-
Auto Highbeam
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic highbeam control
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Wipers
No
Auto speed-sensing front wiper
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Reverse Camera
Yes
Reverse camera
Sport Mode
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Around View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Spec
Creta
V23
Seat Material
Leather-Look
Leather seats
Seat Adjustment
Power Driver
-
Heated Seats
Front
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Ventilated Seats
No
Yes
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Interior reading and ambient equipment as listed on sheet
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
No
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather steering wheel
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
-
Interior Colour Options
Black
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Foldable second-row seats
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Officially Disclosed
6-way power adjustment
Fabric Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Officially Disclosed
4-way power adjustment
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Seat Trim
Not Officially Disclosed
Leather
Spec
Creta
V23
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
15.4 in touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
7
Navigation System
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
-
USB Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
2 USB Type-C front-row ports; 1 front-row USB on 2WD
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
FM Radio
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
AUX Input
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25 inch
15.4 in
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
8
7
Infotainment Screen
10.25 inch
15.4 in
Touchscreen
10.25 inch
15.4 in
Spec
Creta
V23
LED Headlamps
Full LED
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
LED
-
Roof Rails
Yes
Body style and optional package dependent; not confirmed for this exact derivative
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Exterior Colour Options
Atlas White, Titan Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red, Galaxy Blue
Optional or derivative-dependent; no exact South African trim fitment established
Spec
Creta
V23
Approach Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Departure Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Eco, Comfort, Sport, Individual, Slippery
Locking Differential
No
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Ground Clearance Max
200 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
200 mm
-
Spec
Creta
V23
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
255/55 R19
Wheel Type
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Steel
-
Parking Brake Type
Manual
-
Tyre Load Index
91
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
17
19 in
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
-
Brake Type Rear
Disc
-
Spare Tyre
Steel
-
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
-
Wheel Diameter
17
19 in
Handbrake Type
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Wheels
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
-
Spec
Creta
V23
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
Coil
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Spec
Creta
V23
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
-
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
-
First Service At
15000
-
Service Plan Duration
4
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
Service Plan Distance
4
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
Alternator
120A
-
Service Plan
4
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
-
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
-
Spec
Creta
V23
Warranty Years
5
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
Warranty Kilometers
5
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Warranty
5
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
Spec
Creta
V23
CO2 Emissions
133 g/km
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Start Stop System
No
-
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
-
Spec
Creta
V23
Ownership Role
Private and family
Current local retail price; confirm quotation inclusions, warranty and service plan with iCAUR South Africa.
Price Zar
456900 ZAR
519900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Historical listed price
Current South African retail price
Starting Price
456900
519900
Starting Price Zar
456900
519900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Creta and V23 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 V23 42.
Efficiency index: Creta 65 vs V23 99.
Safety-equipment index: Creta 84 vs V23 93.
Practicality index: Creta 66 vs V23 60.
Ownership-cover index: Creta 65 vs V23 not separately scored.
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
V23 leads by 9 points
V23 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Creta remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
V23
Performance
42/100
Efficiency
99/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
60/100
Creta
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
66/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexiCAUR V23
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 62 pts for Creta
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, V23 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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