Hyundai Creta becomes the only midsize SUV to cross 2 lakh sales in FY26 with 16.5% share. Check specs, variants, rivals, and why it dominates.
The Hyundai Creta is the only SUV in its segment to cross the 2 lakh sales mark, showing a 3.6% growth compared to FY25, when it sold 1,94,871 units.
Hyundai Creta Tops FY26 Sales: Only Midsize SUV to Cross 2 Lakh Units
The midsize SUV segment in FY26 was super competitive, but one SUV clearly dominated the game — the Hyundai Creta.
With total sales of 2,01,921 units, the Creta became the only SUV in its segment to cross the 2 lakh mark. Compared to FY25’s 1,94,871 units, it recorded a 3.6% growth, grabbing a strong 16.5% market share.
Creta Electric Adds Fresh Boost
The launch of the Hyundai Creta Electric has further strengthened Creta’s position. It’s adding new buyers to Hyundai’s already successful petrol and diesel lineup.
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Multiple Engine Options = More Choices
One big reason behind Creta’s success is the variety it offers:
- 1.5L Petrol (NA)
- Power: 115 PS / 144 Nm
- Gearbox: Manual & IVT
- 1.5L Turbo Petrol
- Power: 160 PS / 253 Nm
- Gearbox: Manual & 7-speed DCT
- 1.5L Diesel
- Power: 116 PS / 250 Nm
- Gearbox: Manual & Automatic
Basically, whether you want performance, mileage, or comfort — Creta has an option.
Creta Electric Specs & Range
The electric version comes with two battery options:
- 42 kWh
- 51.4 kWh
Power ranges between 135 PS to 171 PS, with around 255 Nm torque, making it a solid choice for EV buyers.
Pricing That Works
- ICE Creta: ₹10.79 lakh to ₹20.20 lakh
- Creta Electric: ₹18.02 lakh to ₹24.70 lakh (ex-showroom)
This wide pricing range helps Creta attract both budget and premium buyers.
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Competition: Still Strong, But Behind
Even though Creta leads, other SUVs also performed well:
- Mahindra Scorpio – 1,78,800 units (+8.5%)
- Mahindra Thar – 1,26,261 units (+48.8%)
- Mahindra Bolero – 1.1 lakh+ units
- Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder – 99,890 units (+65.4%)
On the other hand:
- Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara saw a decline of nearly 30%
- Kia Seltos stayed stable at 83,747 units
New players like the MG Windsor and EVs such as Mahindra XEV 9e, Mahindra XEV 9S and Mahindra BE 6 are also starting to make an impact.
Final Take
The Hyundai Creta continues to rule because of its strong brand value, multiple engine options, competitive pricing, and now an electric version too.
In simple terms: Creta is still the king of midsize SUVs in India.
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