India’s EV market heats up as Tata Harrier EV and Hyundai Creta EV go head-to-head. With both models targeting the mid-size electric SUV space, this comparison highlights key differences in price, range, features, and performance.
Tata Harrier EV vs Hyundai Creta EV: Which Electric SUV Wins?
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Electric SUVs in the Spotlight
The competition between Tata Motors and Hyundai in the electric vehicle segment intensifies with the debut of the Tata Harrier EV RWD and the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV. With EV adoption on the rise in India, these two models are expected to set new benchmarks in the mid-size SUV category.
Price and Variants
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Tata Harrier EV RWD is expected to be priced around ₹28-30 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Hyundai Creta EV is anticipated to be priced slightly lower, starting at ₹25-28 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata’s offering may appeal to premium buyers, while Hyundai’s pricing strategy could target volume.
Powertrain & Range
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Harrier EV RWD: Expected to have a single motor rear-wheel-drive setup, with a claimed range of 500+ km on a single charge.
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Creta EV: May use the Kona EV’s 39.2 kWh battery pack, expected to offer around 450 km range.
Both SUVs promise strong urban performance, but Tata has a slight edge in range.
Features & Technology
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Tata Harrier EV is loaded with premium features like ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, connected car tech, and 360-degree camera.
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Hyundai Creta EV will offer advanced driver assistance, ventilated seats, touchscreen infotainment, and connected features via Bluelink.
Safety & Build
Tata’s proven safety record (Harrier ICE rated 5 stars in Global NCAP) is a major plus. Hyundai is also focusing on safety with 6 airbags and updated architecture.
Verdict
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Choose Tata Harrier EV if you want more range, premium features, and a robust design.
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Choose Hyundai Creta EV for a slightly more affordable, tech-savvy urban crossover.
The EV segment is rapidly evolving, and both these models are set to shape consumer expectations.
