Hyundai Creta vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Skoda Kushaq (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Creta if you want the most power (158 bhp), the biggest boot (433 L).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 27.97 kmpl).
- Pick the Skoda Kushaq if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.50 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Creta | Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara | Skoda Kushaq |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.91 Lakh – ₹20.11 Lakh | ₹10.77 Lakh – ₹19.70 Lakh | ₹10.50 Lakh – ₹18.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L petrol / 1.5L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.5L K15C mild hybrid Petrol / 1.5L TNGA Strong Hybrid | 1.0L & 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol |
| Max power | 158 bhp | 115 bhp | 148 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Strong Hybrid, CNG | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT, e-CVT | Manual, Torque Converter AT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17–21 kmpl | 21.11–27.97 kmpl (strong hybrid), 26.6 km/kg (CNG) | 17.7-19.8 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | Not tested | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 433 L | 373 L | 385 L |
Hyundai Creta in short
The Creta is India's best-selling midsize SUV and the benchmark the Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and VW Taigun are measured against. The 2024 facelift brought a bold new face, twin 10.25-inch screens, Level 2 ADAS and a 158 bhp turbo-petrol flagship. Its unmatched powertrain spread — petrol, turbo and diesel with multiple automatics — is central to its dominance.
Full Creta prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara in short
The Grand Vitara is Maruti's Nexa flagship midsize SUV, co-developed with Toyota (which sells it as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder). Its headline act is the 1.5L strong-hybrid powertrain claiming 27.97 kmpl, unique in the segment alongside its Toyota twin, and it also offers mild-hybrid petrol, CNG and an AllGrip AWD manual. It takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate and VW Taigun.
Full Grand Vitara prices & variants →Skoda Kushaq in short
The Kushaq was the first product of Skoda's India 2.0 programme and remains the keen driver's alternative to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara. Its European-tuned chassis and strong TSI engines set the segment's dynamic benchmark, and a five-star Global NCAP score underlines its solid build. It counters feature-heavy rivals with substance over gadget count.
Full Kushaq prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Creta vs Grand Vitara vs Kushaq — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Creta if you want the most power (158 bhp), the biggest boot (433 L). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 27.97 kmpl). Pick the Skoda Kushaq if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.50 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Creta, Grand Vitara, Kushaq?
The Skoda Kushaq starts lowest at ₹10.50 Lakh, against ₹10.77 Lakh for the Grand Vitara and ₹10.91 Lakh for the Creta (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Creta: not yet NCAP-tested; Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: not yet NCAP-tested; Skoda Kushaq: 5 stars.