KATHMANDU: Hyundai’s Creta EV is now available in only one variant in Nepal. Laxmi Intercontinental, the authorized distributor of Hyundai in Nepal, has replaced the earlier variants with a new Executive Tech variant.
The new Creta EV Executive Tech is priced at Rs 6.096 million.
Hyundai had initially introduced the Creta EV in Nepal in three variants around 18 months ago. The company later added versions with a larger battery and motor. However, it has now discontinued the previous variants and is offering only the new Executive Tech version.
The Creta EV is positioned as a premium electric SUV, competing with models such as the BYD Atto 3 Advanced. It comes with a 42 kWh NCM battery and a 99 kW electric motor.
Hyundai says the Creta EV combines performance, technology, comfort and safety. Its relatively small battery has a high energy density, allowing the SUV to deliver a claimed range of up to 415 km.
In real-world use in Nepal, owners have reported around 320-360 km of range, depending on driving conditions and driving style.
42 kWh battery and 99 kW motor
The Creta EV uses a 42 kWh NCM battery pack. It supports up to 11 kW AC charging and up to 50 kW DC fast charging through a CCS2 charging port.
The SUV also gets regenerative braking linked with the ADAS system. Drivers can adjust the level of regenerative braking using the paddle shifters.
It has more than 17 degrees of breakover angle and 200 mm of ground clearance. These features are useful on Nepal’s varied road conditions.
More than 75 safety features
Hyundai says the Creta EV comes with more than 75 safety features. It gets six airbags, four-wheel disc brakes, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control.
Other safety features include a tire pressure monitoring system, seatbelt reminders, ISOFIX child-seat mounts, emergency stop signal, impact-sensing door lock and unlock, a rear-view camera and a 360-degree camera.
Pixelated design
The Creta EV gets a pixelated graphic grille inspired by Hyundai’s Ioniq 5. The pixel-style design is also used at the rear. The SUV features quad-beam LED headlamps, horizon LED positioning lamps and an all-LED lighting setup.
It rides on 17-inch aero alloy wheels with low-rolling-resistance tires. The charging port also gets a multicolor surround light and state-of-charge indicator. An active air flap is also available.
Dual 10.25-inch screens
The dashboard features two 10.25-inch screens. One serves as the infotainment system, while the other functions as the driver information display.
The SUV supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other features include voice recognition, Hyundai Bluelink and over-the-air map updates. The dashboard gets a dual-tone finish, while the seats use eco-friendly materials.
Panoramic sunroof and V2L
The Creta EV comes with a voice-enabled smart panoramic sunroof and a shift-by-wire column-type gear selector.
It also supports vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality. Hyundai offers 268 voice commands, allowing users to control various vehicle functions through voice.
For added comfort, the SUV gets ventilated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, an armrest and cooled storage. It also has a 22-liter front trunk and a full-size spare wheel.
Hyundai’s service network
After-sales support is another major part of the Creta EV package. Hyundai has been selling EVs in Nepal since 2018 and has an established EV service network. The Creta EV is manufactured in India, which also supports parts availability in Nepal.
Laxmi Intercontinental provides a nationwide service network for Hyundai vehicles. The Creta EV also comes with a battery warranty of up to 8 years or 160,000 km, providing additional coverage for EV buyers.
