The new IONIQ 5 offers a new exterior design — changes include bold front and rear bumper designs with skid plates, and a new rear spoiler design. There’s also a new Hi-tech V-garnish lighting design featured on the front & rear bumpers of the car which is incorporated into the Parametric pixel LEDs. The new Hyundai IONIQ 5 will be available in four colour options: Gravity Gold Matte, Midnight Black Pearl, Titan Grey and Optic White. All of them will come equipped with an Obsidian Black interior theming.

The infotainment system sports a dual (12.3-inch touchscreen + 12.3-inch instrument cluster) screen. There’s a new steering wheel with three spokes that comes wrapped in leather and a heating function. The wireless phone charger has been redesigned, and there are new physical controls for heated & ventilated seats. The IONIQ 5 comes packed with Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), Controller Over-the-Air (C-OTA), and Active Sound Design (ASD). One of the more unique features of the new IONIQ 5 is that it now allows you to pay for EV charging directly via the infotainment system as the payment instrument has been integrated into the system.

Furthermore, Hyundai Bluelink now enables you to remotely immobilise the vehicle. New safety upgrades include a Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Rear (PCA-R) and a Parking Distance Warning (PDW – Side). 

With an increased price of ₹12.1 lakh over the outgoing model, it has been placed into a more premium territory which makes it go against rivals like the Kia EV6, Volvo EX40, BYD Sealion 7 and BMW iX1 LWB. 

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The Hyundai Exter comes with a new fascia with new bumpers, front and rear, along with a new grille. On the side, it gets new 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels and a new trim added to the C-pillar, along with additional cladding on the wheel arch. At the rear, it gets a new split spoiler, a new garnish on the tailgate, and an underbody spare wheel is now standard.

On the inside, it features a new dual-tone interior finished in Navy Blue and Grey, along with a 3-D carbon finish on the dash. It also gets a new D-cut steering wheel, metal pedals (first in segment), and a folding driver’s armrest. Hyundai has also added a new semi-fabric upholstery for the interior, along with driver’s seat height adjustment and rear headrest adjustment as standard. In terms of equipment, it gets a built-in dashcam (first in segment), wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Type-C charging ports for the rear passengers, and connected car tech with Hyundai BlueLink.

Mechanically, it remains unchanged with a 1.2-litre NA Kappa petrol engine producing 83PS and 113Nm, mated to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed AMT. A dual cylinder CNG kit option is also available, in which the car produces 69PS and 95Nm. 

With a price tag of ₹5.80 lakh ex-showroom, the Hyundai Exter competes in the micro SUV segment with the likes of Tata Punch, Citroen C3, and Nissan Magnite.

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​The Era variant of the i20 is equipped with six airbags, a full-digital instrument cluster, type-C charger and telescopic steering. The Magna Executive variant comes with features like a digital instrument cluster, electrically adjustable ORVMs, keyless entry, shark fin antenna, TPMS, automatic head lamps and steering wheel audio controls. Additionally, the Magna variant gets LED DRLs, rear AC vents, and a front armrest with integrated storage space.

​Hyundai is also offering a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and rear parking camera as a dealer fitment option, which is priced at ₹14,999.

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The update will be rolled out across both battery pack configurations of the Creta Electric — the 42 kWh version producing 135 PS with an MIDC-claimed range of 420 km, and the larger 51.4 kWh variant delivering 171 PS and a claimed 510 km range on a single charge.

On the outside, the Creta Electric borrows most of its features from its ICE counterpart while possessing certain key EV-typical features such as a closed front grille, a minimalistic front fascia, 17-inch aero-styled alloy wheels, and redesigned bumpers. It also gets an additional one-pedal driving mode for more convenient city driving.

The Hyundai Creta Electric is priced from ₹18.02 lakh to ₹24.54 lakh, squarely rivaling the Tata Harrier EV, MG ZS EV, Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6, and the upcoming Maruti Suzuki eVitara and the Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella EV.

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Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF) has achieved an environmental milestone by establishing one of Maharashtra’s largest urban forests through its IONIQ Forest initiative, completed within just one year. The project successfully planted one million trees across 90.5 acres of land near Talegaon, Pune

The forest was developed using the proven ‘Miyawaki’ method, a Japanese technique known for creating dense, self-sustaining woodlands that grow up to ten times faster than conventional methods. This approach has resulted in a highly biodiverse ecosystem incorporating 41 carefully selected native tree species, ensuring long-term ecological balance and adaptability to the local environment.

Over the next five years, the forest is projected to absorb approximately 63,000 tons of CO₂, while simultaneously improving air quality, enhancing local biodiversity and contributing to greater climate resilience in the region. A key aspect of the project is its strong focus on community inclusion. More than 150 members from local tribal communities were actively engaged in the planting process as well as ongoing maintenance tasks, thereby generating livelihood opportunities and fostering ownership of the forest. 

The project followed a structured timeline – ground preparation commenced in May 2025 and the plantation drive was started on world environment day (June 5, 2025). Full completion, with 1 million trees established, was achieved by early 2026. Every individual tree has been geo-tagged with a unique QR code, allowing stakeholders, authorities, and the public to track the growth and health in real time. .

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The Staria EV features an 800-volt electrical architecture, enabling fast charging from 10 to 80% in around 20 minutes using a DC fast charging. It is equipped with an 84kWh battery pack, offering a WLTP-rated range of up to 400Km. The electric motor delivers 218PS and supports a towing capacity of up to 2,000Kg. It will be offered in two variants: the luxury (7-seater) and wagon (9-seater) models. 

The Staria Electric retains Hyundai’s “Inside-Out” design philosophy seen on the standard Staria. It features a tall roofline, twin sliding doors, and a large rear section. The Staria Electric also features a horizontal light band with uninterrupted lighting elements.

The Staria Electric is equipped with Hyundai’s connected car navigation cockpit (ccNC), over-the-air (OTA) software, and a suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). Key features include lane keeping assist (LKA), lane following assist (LFA), and highway driving assist (HDA).

The Staria Electric is set to go on sale in South Korea and Europe in the first half of 2026, with a potential India launch expected later in 2026 as a premium MPV.

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Our journey started with a quick bolt from the Delhi-NCR to Chandigarh, on arrow-straight highways. The Creta Electric was quick to offer the same, friendly and comforting feel we’ve known its ICE-powered versions to offer. Even more impressive was the fact that I still had 50 percent charge and a range of over 200km left, even 250km later, as the powertrain was returning nearly 9km per kWh consistently. This translates to over 450km on a single charge, which meant I could drive straight from Gurugram to Shimla, without needing to recharge the battery!

That said, finding a DC fast charger right next to the highway at Chandigarh called for a short break for me and a quick top-up charge for the Creta. Shopping malls, fuel stations and restaurants all offer DC fast charging today, ensuring range anxiety is a thing of the past. Chandigarh is also where the boring, arrow-straight highway made way for winding roads. And the Himalayan Expressway leading to Shimla is a four lane highway with bend after bend, which was helping me enjoy the Creta Electric’s performance and handling. Let’s not forget, it is the most powerful Creta yet, with 170PS on tap!
This is also where I was able to make the most of the multiple regen modes, especially i-Pedal. i-Pedal mode lets you brake by simply taking your foot off the throttle, and also offers maximum regenerative braking, adding to convenience and helping you recover charge. As I approached Shimla, a 45kW DC fast charger next to the highway was another opportunity for a quick top up charge, because you’re also consuming charge quicker uphill. A number of such fast chargers dotting my route meant I only needed a couple of short, 15-20 minute breaks on the way to Spiti, as the Creta Electric can go from 10 percent charge to 80 percent in just 58 minutes. And with the surroundings getting very picturesque courtesy the hills and dense forests with tall pine trees around me, I was feeling refreshed, even as the Creta Electric was affording rapid progress through Shimla’s traffic. The well-tuned suspension and plush seats were also soaking up the broken roads to ensure I was comfortable, even after hours of driving.

A few hours later, I was in for a pleasant surprise courtesy the MyHyundai app, as it helped me locate a newly installed 30kW DC fast charger just beyond Rampur Bushahr. The fast charger meant I could charge the battery to 100 percent quickly and drive straight to Kaza! Besides pin-pointing every charger around, the MyHyundai app had also eliminated the need to install multiple charging apps on my phone. On the other hand, Hyundai’s Bluelink app was multitasking for me – not only was it offering information about charging status and range and letting me lock/unlock the car or turn climate control on remotely, Bluelink was also enabling in-car payments for charging!

Just about an hour later, I had killed more than two birds with one stone – the Creta Electric’s battery was fully charged and so was my laptop’s, thanks to the SUV’s V2L or Vehicle to Load function, and managed to send out a bunch of important emails! V2L is a feature unique to electric SUVs and one that internal combustion engine powered SUVs simply cannot offer, and while the car’s battery pack was getting charged, I was also charging my laptop via the plug point below the seat. You can also use the Creta Electric’s external charging port to power coffee machines, LED TVs, exterior lights and more when camping, making the SUV apt for those who live the outdoor life.

Soon thereafter we got to Nako, which is where the topography changes from green to brown and barren, because Spiti is a high-altitude desert. But while it all looks dry and arid, the mountains and countryside look stunning, and you are crossing one mountain pass after another. But the Creta Electric was feeling effortless even at nearly 12,000 feet above sea level, because unlike internal combustion engine powered SUVs there was no loss in its performance. Internal combustion engines are left gasping for air at the altitude, but power delivery courtesy the electric motor was instant and without any losses. Also, while I was losing charge climbing up the mountains, driving downhill on the other side was helping me recover charge and extend range, something possible only in an EV like the Creta Electric.

Getting to Kaza, which sits at 12,000 feet, made for a massive sense of achievement as it meant I had driven 800km already, with just 2-3 short charging stops! Hikkim was only 15km ahead, and I still had 21 percent charge left, good for driving another 70km. This meant I could have driven to Hikkim and back directly but I decided to play it safe and halt at Kaza for charging. There are no fast chargers in Kaza though, which meant I had to use a regular (16Amp) wall socket, which was going to take more than a day for a full charge! On the positive side this meant I would be able to acclimate myself before climbing up to Hikkim, which was crucial to avoid altitude sickness, as I was going to climb an incredible 2,500 feet across a distance of just 15km.

And once the Creta Electric was back to 100 percent the next day (and so was I!) I started for Hikkim. It was a steep uphill climb with no tarmac, and in fact the surface was akin to a rally stage. This is where being able to dial down regen levels came in handy, and I dropped Regen Level to 0 so I could hold a constant speed and maintain momentum. But discovering a pristine stretch of tarmac midway, which was also downhill, had me switch back to i-Pedal mode to recover some of the lost charge – this is an advantage only EVs can offer! As I closed in on Hikkim the sense of accomplishment was beginning to hit, and I was also glad I was driving the Creta Electric there, an SUV with zero tailpipe emissions.

The post office at Hikkim was opened in 1983 to help locals stay connected to the world, but visiting it and posting letters has become a bucket list item for travellers from around the world. Given its popularity, a new post office building has been set up, in the shape of a letterbox! As I ascended to view the large red ‘postbox’ I broke into a smile, knowing I had made it to the world’s highest post office, in the Creta Electric! Hikkim isn’t even a tiny spec on the world map but the government setting up a post office there, which has been functional for over four decades, is heart-warming. And to drive to the post office in an electric SUV like the Creta Electric – one of the only EVs to get there – felt heart-warming too! The drive was challenging, but by making it to Hikkim the Creta was also bearing testimony to Hyundai’s solid engineering yet again.

My journey had also helped in proving that even the remotest corners of the world can be reached in an electric vehicle today, given how good EVs like the Creta Electric are, and also how rapidly charging infrastructure is improving. And I guess, this was also the most special way to celebrate the Hyundai Creta’s 10th birthday!

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Garg brings with him over 32 years of experience. Prior to this current appointment, he served as the Whole-time Director and Chief Operating Officer at Hyundai India. His earlier roles at Hyundai’s Indian operation included his stint as the Head of Sales, Service, and Marketing. During his tenure at these positions, the company achieved record sales numbers. Hyundai also completed India’s largest initial public offering (IPO) in 2024 under his stewardship.

Before joining Hyundai India, Garg held various positions at Maruti Suzuki, where his last responsibility was the role of Executive Director of Marketing, Logistics, Parts, and Accessories. Garg has a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the prestigious Delhi College of Engineering, now known as the Delhi Technological University. He has also done an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Lucknow.

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It is rare to see a segment leader break its own record, but Hyundai’s midsize SUV, the Creta, has just done so in 2025. We are aware that at least 1,00,000 Cretas are sold each year since its inception in India a decade ago. However, this year, the most popular midsize SUV has broken its own record as Hyundai has confirmed that in CY2025 it has sold over 2,00,000 Cretas, which is 550 units a day, a commendable achievement for an automobile that starts at ₹10.72 lakh ex-showroom. Not just that, the Creta has a considerable cult following, and we can still see all generations of the Creta on the road, which is an indicator of the Creta’s quality and robustness.

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The Prime HB and Prime SD are being offered with the 1.2-litre four-cylinder Kappa engine with the petrol+CNG option and are claimed to offer a fuel efficiency of 28.40km/kg and 27.32km/kg for the Prime HB and Prime SD, respectively. Just like Hyundai’s passenger cars, the Prime range is also fitted with features like six airbags, rear AC vents, electrically adjustable OVRMs, steering-mounted controls, front row fast USB Type-C ports, and factory-fitted speed limiter (up to 80kmph). Optional accessories include a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, rear camera and vehicle location tracking device with panic buttons. The Prime Taxi range will be available in three colour options – white, silver and black.

The booking amount for the Prime range is ₹5,000. Both models are offered with extended warranty packages (beyond the standard three year/1 lakh km) for the fourth and fifth year or up to 1.8 lakh km, whichever comes earlier. Hyundai is also offering finance schemes and repayment tenures of up to 72 months.

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