Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs Hyundai Creta — The compact SUV market in India is one of the most competitive automotive segments, dominated for years by the Hyundai Creta. With its wide choice of engines, strong resale value, and premium features, the Creta has set the benchmark. Now, Maruti Suzuki has entered the fray with the all-new Victoris, combining petrol, CNG, and strong-hybrid powertrains with aggressive pricing and advanced safety technology.
This comparison gives buyers a complete picture of both SUVs, looking beyond just sticker prices to evaluate performance, features, safety, and overall ownership appeal.
Price Comparison — Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs Hyundai Creta
Entry-Level Trims
| Model | Variant | Engine & Transmission | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoris | LXi 1.5 Petrol MT | 1462 cc, Petrol, 102 bhp | ₹10.50 Lakh |
| LXi 1.5 CNG MT | 1462 cc, CNG, 87 bhp | ₹11.50 Lakh | |
| Creta | E 1.5 Petrol MT | 1497 cc, Petrol, 113 bhp | ₹11.11 Lakh |
| E 1.5 Diesel MT | 1493 cc, Diesel, 114 bhp | ₹12.69 Lakh |
Mid-Level Trims
| Model | Variant | Engine & Transmission | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoris | VXi 1.5 Petrol MT | 1462 cc, Petrol, 102 bhp | ₹11.80 Lakh |
| VXi 1.5 CNG MT | 1462 cc, CNG, 87 bhp | ₹12.80 Lakh | |
| VXi 1.5 6AT | 1462 cc, Petrol AT, 102 bhp | ₹13.36 Lakh | |
| ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT | 1462 cc, Petrol, 102 bhp | ₹13.57 Lakh | |
| ZXi (O) 1.5 Petrol MT | 1462 cc, Petrol, 102 bhp | ₹14.08 Lakh | |
| Creta | EX 1.5 Petrol MT | 1497 cc, Petrol, 113 bhp | ₹12.32 Lakh |
| EX 1.5 Diesel MT | 1493 cc, Diesel, 114 bhp | ₹13.92 Lakh | |
| EX (O) 1.5 Petrol MT | 1497 cc, Petrol, 113 bhp | ₹12.97 Lakh | |
| S 1.5 Petrol MT | 1497 cc, Petrol, 113 bhp | ₹13.54 Lakh | |
| EX (O) 1.5 Petrol CVT | 1497 cc, Petrol CVT, 113 bhp | ₹14.37 Lakh | |
| EX (O) 1.5 Diesel MT | 1493 cc, Diesel, 114 bhp | ₹14.56 Lakh |
Top-End Trims
| Model | Variant | Engine & Transmission | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoris | ZXi Plus 1.5 Petrol MT | 1462 cc, Petrol, 102 bhp | ₹15.24 Lakh |
| ZXi Plus (O) 1.5 Petrol MT | 1462 cc, Petrol, 102 bhp | ₹15.82 Lakh | |
| ZXi Plus 1.5 6AT | 1462 cc, Petrol AT, 102 bhp | ₹17.19 Lakh | |
| ZXi Plus (O) 1.5 6AT | 1462 cc, Petrol AT, 102 bhp | ₹17.77 Lakh | |
| ZXi Plus 1.5 eCVT Hybrid | 1490 cc, Hybrid, 91 bhp | ₹19.47 Lakh | |
| ZXi Plus (O) 1.5 eCVT Hybrid | 1490 cc, Hybrid, 91 bhp | ₹19.99 Lakh | |
| Creta | SX (O) 1.5 Petrol CVT | 1497 cc, Petrol CVT, 113 bhp | ₹18.92 Lakh |
| SX (O) 1.5 Diesel MT | 1493 cc, Diesel, 114 bhp | ₹19.05 Lakh | |
| SX (O) 1.5 Petrol CVT Knight Edition | 1497 cc, Petrol CVT, 113 bhp | ₹19.07 Lakh | |
| SX (O) 1.5 Diesel MT Dual Tone | 1493 cc, Diesel, 114 bhp | ₹19.20 Lakh | |
| SX (O) 1.5 Petrol CVT Dual Tone | 1497 cc, Petrol CVT, 113 bhp | ₹19.22 Lakh | |
| SX (O) 1.5 Diesel AT | 1493 cc, Diesel AT, 114 bhp | ₹20.00 Lakh | |
| SX (O) 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT | 1482 cc, Turbo Petrol, 158 bhp | ₹20.19 Lakh | |
| SX (O) 1.5 Diesel AT Knight Edition | 1493 cc, Diesel AT, 114 bhp | ₹20.35 Lakh |
Price is always the first factor in a buyer’s decision. The Victoris starts lower with its petrol and CNG entry trims, targeting customers who want maximum efficiency and affordability. The Creta begins higher but counters with diesel options right from its base variant, which is a strong advantage for long-distance drivers.
At the mid-level, Victoris expands with automatic transmission and hybrid options, while Creta focuses on petrol IVT and diesel AT buyers. At the top end, Victoris introduces AWD and strong-hybrid variants, while Creta pushes performance with a turbo petrol DCT and premium editions like Knight and King.
Feature Comparison — Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs Hyundai Creta
Low Trim Comparison — Victoris LXi vs Creta E
| Category | Victoris LXi | Creta E | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engines / Transmissions | 1.5L Petrol MT (21.18 km/l), 1.5L CNG MT (27.02 km/kg) | 1.5L Petrol MT (~17 km/l), 1.5L Diesel MT (~21 km/l) | Victoris wins on CNG + higher petrol FE; Creta offers diesel option. |
| Fuel Efficiency | Petrol MT 21.18 km/l, CNG 27.02 km/kg | Petrol MT ~17 km/l, Diesel MT ~21 km/l | Victoris more efficient in petrol/CNG. |
| Safety | 6 airbags, ABS+EBD, ESP, Hill Hold, TPMS | 6 airbags, ABS+EBD, ESC, HAC, TPMS | Both strong; Creta adds ESC/HAC as standard terminology. |
| Comfort & Convenience | Manual AC, rear AC vents, tilt steering, 60:40 split seats | Manual AC, tilt steering, rear AC vents, basic fabric | Close — Victoris offers split rear seats. |
| Infotainment | SmartPlay Pro 7″ touchscreen, 4 speakers | 8″ touchscreen, wired/wireless Android Auto/CarPlay, 4 speakers | Creta has bigger screen; Victoris has SmartPlay Pro system. |
| Interior Theme | Dual tone (Black + Ivory) | Grey dual tone, basic fabric | Victoris slightly richer. |
| Exterior Highlights | Steel wheels with covers, halogen lamps, LED rear combi lamp | Halogen lamps, steel wheels, body-coloured ORVMs | Similar, Victoris adds LED rear combi. |
| ADAS | – | – | None at base trims. |
Mid Trim Comparison — Victoris VXi / ZXi vs Creta S / S(O)
| Category | Victoris VXi / ZXi | Creta S / S(O) | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engines / Transmissions | Petrol MT / 6AT, CNG MT, Strong Hybrid eCVT (from ZXi) | Petrol MT / IVT, Diesel MT / AT | Victoris unique with Hybrid + CNG; Creta offers diesel. |
| Fuel Efficiency | Petrol MT 21.18 km/l, AT 21.06 km/l, CNG 27.02 km/kg, Hybrid 28.65 km/l | Petrol IVT ~17.7 km/l, Diesel AT ~19 km/l | Victoris far ahead on efficiency. |
| Safety | Adds rear camera, front tweeters, connected services (VXi); ADAS on Hybrid AT (ZXi) | Rear camera, DRVM, ISOFIX | Victoris Hybrid brings ADAS; Creta has DRVM. |
| Comfort & Convenience | Push start, auto AC, rear armrest, glovebox lamp, telematics; ZXi adds powered tailgate (O), panoramic sunroof (O), wireless charger | Auto headlamps, rear armrest, smart key, cruise control | Creta gains cruise; Victoris gains wireless charger & tailgate. |
| Infotainment | SmartPlay Pro 7″/10.1″ HD screen (ZXi (O)), connected services | 10.25″ HD AVN, Bluelink, Alexa integration | Creta stronger in larger AVN; Victoris hybrid trims improve. |
| Interior Theme | Piano black inserts, chrome, soft-touch, ambient lighting (ZXi (O)) | Semi-leatherette, D-cut steering | Both improve; Victoris more upscale feel. |
| Exterior Highlights | Chrome grille, alloy-style covers, roof rails; ZXi adds LED projector lamps, DRLs, LED fogs | LED DRLs, alloys (R17), chrome grille, roof rails | Creta bigger alloys; Victoris gains UV cut glass, LED fogs. |
| ADAS | Lane Keep, Departure Warning, Sway Warning (Hybrid AT) | – | Victoris leads. |
Top Trim Comparison — Victoris ZXi+ / ZXi+ (O) vs Creta SX(O) / King / Knight
| Category | Victoris ZXi+ / ZXi+ (O) | Creta SX(O) / King / Knight | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engines / Transmissions | Petrol MT/6AT, 6AT AWD (ALLGRIP), Strong Hybrid eCVT | Petrol MT / IVT, Diesel MT / AT, Turbo GDi DCT | Creta has powerful turbo; Victoris hybrid + AWD unique. |
| Fuel Efficiency | Petrol AT 21.06 km/l, Hybrid 28.65 km/l, AWD AT 19.07 km/l | Turbo ~16 km/l, Diesel AT ~19 km/l, Petrol IVT ~17.7 km/l | Victoris wins on FE; Creta wins on performance turbo. |
| Safety | Full Level-2 ADAS, 6 airbags, 360° camera (11 views), front parking sensors, electronic parking brake, HDC (ALLGRIP) | Full Level-2 SmartSense ADAS (21 functions), 6 airbags, Blind Spot View Monitor, Surround View Monitor | Both flagship safety; Creta has more ADAS functions, Victoris more camera views. |
| Comfort & Convenience | Ventilated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, HUD, wireless charger (with cooling), auto-folding ORVMs | Ventilated seats, powered driver + passenger seats, rear sunshade, rain-sensing wipers, HUD, wireless charger | Creta slightly more premium in rear comfort touches. |
| Infotainment | SmartPlay Pro X 10.25″ HD, Infinity 8-speaker Dolby Atmos, Alexa AI, in-built app store | Dual 10.25″ displays (cluster + infotainment), Bose Premium Audio, Bluelink advanced UI | Creta wins on twin-screen setup; Victoris strong with Dolby Atmos. |
| Interior Theme | Premium leatherette, champagne gold accents (Hybrid), ambient lighting 64-colour | Premium leatherette, all-black Knight, brass accents King | Both premium, Victoris more colourful. |
| Exterior Highlights | Machined alloys, gloss black, dual-tone paint, panoramic sunroof (O) | Quad-beam LED lamps, R18 alloys, panoramic sunroof, Knight/King special styling | Creta more premium LED/alloys; Victoris fresh styling. |
| ADAS | Full suite: AEB, Blind Spot, ACC, RCTA, HBA, Lane Keep/Follow | Full suite: AEB, Lane Keep/Follow, SCC Stop&Go, BVM, RCCA, DAW, HBA | Creta slightly more advanced SmartSense integration. |
On features, both SUVs take slightly different approaches. Victoris emphasizes efficiency and safety technology, offering ADAS even in mid trims and a 360° camera with multiple viewing angles at the top end. Creta leans toward comfort and premium touches, with a dual-display setup and enhanced rear-seat features.
Powertrain and Efficiency Insights
One of the strongest differentiators is powertrain variety.
Victoris is available with petrol, CNG, petrol automatic, and strong-hybrid powertrains. The hybrid delivers a segment-best 28.65 km/l, while the CNG offers over 27 km/kg, making Victoris the clear leader in running cost. AWD on petrol automatic variants adds extra versatility for mixed or rough-road conditions.
Creta is available with petrol, petrol IVT, diesel MT/AT, and turbo petrol DCT. The highlight is the 158 bhp turbo engine, delivering highway punch and sporty driving dynamics. Diesel remains an important advantage, especially for customers covering long distances.
Safety and ADAS Technology
Both SUVs now offer 6 airbags as standard.
Victoris introduces ADAS earlier in the lineup, with lane keep assist, departure warning, and sway control available in hybrid trims. At the top, it moves to full Level-2 ADAS, adding adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and high beam assist. Its 360° camera with 11 viewing modes is a unique strength. Importantly, Victoris has also secured 5 stars in Global NCAP and 5 stars in Bharat NCAP, with excellent scores for both adult and child occupant protection, making it one of the safest compact SUVs in India.
Creta offers SmartSense ADAS in top trims, with functions like stop-and-go adaptive cruise control, blind spot view monitor, and forward collision avoidance across multiple scenarios. While Creta’s ADAS list is slightly longer, its crash test performance lags behind the Victoris. The current Global NCAP rating for the Creta stands at 3 stars for adult and child occupant protection.
Interior and Comfort
Victoris combines practicality with modern flourishes. Features include a head-up display, ventilated front seats, wireless charging with cooling, and 64-colour ambient lighting in higher trims. Hybrid variants get premium champagne gold accents that add exclusivity.
Creta emphasizes a luxurious cabin feel with dual-zone climate control, rear sunshade, rain-sensing wipers, and Bose premium audio. Its dual 10.25-inch screens enhance both functionality and perceived value, giving it an edge in technology-driven luxury.
Exterior Styling
Victoris offers LED projector headlamps, LED DRLs, panoramic sunroof in higher trims, machined alloys, and gloss black elements. Dual-tone paint options and a bold stance give it a fresh, youthful identity.
Creta counters with quad-beam LED headlamps, sequential DRLs, larger alloy wheels, and unique Knight and King editions. It retains a strong presence, with styling that blends premium appeal with mass acceptance.
Ownership and After-Sales Support
Maruti Suzuki Victoris benefits from the country’s largest service network. While resale value will take time to establish, Maruti’s reputation for affordable maintenance is a major plus.
Hyundai Creta enjoys proven market acceptance, strong resale, and high brand loyalty. It is already a trusted name across metro and tier-2/3 cities.
Key Takeaways
Choose the Victoris if you want class-leading fuel efficiency, CNG or hybrid options, AWD capability, and strong value in lower trims. It is ideal for urban buyers who prioritise running costs and technology.
Choose the Creta if you want powerful turbo performance, diesel flexibility, premium comfort features, and established resale value. It remains the safer choice for highway users and those who value brand prestige.
Conclusion
Both SUVs bring compelling strengths. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris redefines value in the compact SUV segment with hybrid technology, AWD availability, and Maruti’s nationwide reach. The Hyundai Creta reinforces its benchmark status with performance, comfort, and strong resale.
For cost-conscious urban buyers, the Victoris is the smarter choice. For performance-oriented buyers, the Creta still leads.
Note: For a detailed comparison of the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Maruti Suzuki Victoris, check out our in-depth blog post.
