We have loads of particulars for the pre-production Tata Curvv, however will it’s sufficient to tackle the likes of the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Grand Vitara, no less than on paper?
The Tata Curvv is about to be supplied in each inner combustion engine (ICE) and EV variations by the top of 2024. It will mark Tata’s debut within the hotly contested compact SUV house, which boasts of fashionable fashions such because the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara. Tata is aiming to instantly set itself aside within the section with the SUV-coupe styling, however there’s much more to it than simply the design.
In this story, we have now in contrast the specs of the Curvv ICE revealed until now, to see the way it stacks up in opposition to a few of its prime rivals no less than on paper.
Dimensions
Tata Curvv |
Hyundai Creta |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
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Length |
4308 mm |
4330 mm |
4345 mm |
Width |
1810 mm |
1790 mm |
1795 mm |
Height |
1630 mm |
1635 mm (with roof rails) |
1645 mm |
Wheelbase |
2560 mm |
2610 mm |
2600 mm |
Boot Space |
422 litres |
433 litres |
N.A. |
*N.A. – Not Available
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When it involves the general size and top of the three SUVs talked about above, it’s the Maruti Grand Vitara that takes the lead.
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That mentioned, the Tata Curvv is the widest among the many trio whereas the Hyundai Creta has the longest wheelbase (+50 mm longer than that of the Curvv).
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When it involves boot house, although, the Creta has 11 litres of extra storage space on supply than the Curvv. On the opposite hand, Maruti hasn’t revealed the precise boot house determine of its compact SUV. But we do know that strong-hybrid variants of the Grand Vitara are closely compromised when it comes to baggage space within the again.
Petrol Powertrain
Specification |
Tata Curvv |
Hyundai Creta |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
Engine |
1.2-litre turbo-petrol |
1.5-litre N/A^ petrol engine/ 1.5-litre turbo-petrol |
1.5-litre petrol (mild-hybrid)/ 1.5-litre petrol (strong-hybrid) |
Power |
125 PS |
115 PS/ 160 PS |
103 PS/ 116 PS (system) |
Torque |
225 Nm |
144 Nm/ 253 Nm |
137 Nm/ 141 Nm (system) |
Transmission |
6-speed MT, 7-speed DCT (anticipated) |
6-speed MT, CVT/ 7-speed DCT |
5-speed MT, 6-speed AT/ e-CVT |
^N/A – Naturally Aspirated
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Of the three SUVs right here, it’s the Curvv that will get only one petrol engine possibility. That mentioned, it’s a turbocharged unit, serving to it make the second-best torque determine among the many trio.
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The Creta’s 1.5-litre turbo powertrain is essentially the most highly effective and torqueist petrol engine on supply. It will quickly get a turbo-MT combo as effectively with the launch of the sportier Creta N Line.
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It’s solely Maruti right here that provides its compact SUV with a strong-hybrid powertrain possibility, mated to an e-CVT gearbox. Meanwhile, its mild-hybrid petrol engine is the least highly effective alternative right here. Maruti can also be the one carmaker right here to equip its SUV with an non-compulsory all-wheel drivetrain (AWD) however solely with the mild-hybrid guide powertrain. That mentioned, the Grand Vitara misses out on a turbo-petrol engine possibility altogether.
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Diesel Powertrain
Specification |
Tata Curvv |
Hyundai Creta |
Engine |
1.5-litre diesel |
1.5-litre diesel |
Power |
115 PS |
116 PS |
Torque |
260 Nm |
250 Nm |
Transmission |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT, 6-speed AT |
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It’s solely the Tata and Hyundai SUVs right here that get a diesel powertrain possibility.
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Based on the Curvv ICE that was showcased on the lately held Bharat Mobility Expo 2024, it’s said to get the identical 1.5-litre diesel engine that powers the Nexon SUV. Although its computerized transmission choices are but unknown, Tata did specify the selection of a 6-speed guide.
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The Curvv would be the solely different diesel providing within the compact SUV section after the Hyundai Creta-Kia Seltos duo. It will thus have the segment-best torque determine of 260 Nm.
Feature Highlights
Tata Curvv (anticipated) |
Hyundai Creta |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
Auto-LED headlights LED DRL gentle bar linked LED taillights 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels 10.25-inch digital driver’s show 12.3-inch touchscreen with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Connected automobile tech Ventilated entrance seats Panoramic sunroof Auto AC Ambient lighting Wireless telephone charging Paddle shifters (Auto solely) Premium JBL sound system Cruise management 6 airbags Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 360-degree digital camera Tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS) ADAS |
Auto-LED headlights LED DRL gentle bar linked LED taillights17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Leatherette upholstery 8-way power-adjustable driver seat Ambient lighting 10.25-inch touchscreen 10.25-inch digital driver’s show Panoramic sunroof Dual-zone AC Ventilated entrance seats Wireless telephone charging Paddle shifters (Auto solely) Cruise management 8-speaker Bose sound system Connected automobile tech ADAS 6 airbags 360-degree digital camera TPMS Front and rear parking sensors ESC |
Auto-LED projector headlights LED DRLs LED taillights 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Leatherette upholstery Ambient lighting 9-inch touchscreen with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 7-inch digital driver’s show* Heads-up show* Panoramic sunroof Auto AC Ventilated entrance seats* Wireless telephone charging* Cruise management 6-speaker Arkamys-tuned sound system 6 airbags 360-degree digital camera TPMS ESC Rear parking sensors |
*solely out there with strong-hybrid powertrain
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If you might be searching for essentially the most feature-packed SUV right here, the Hyundai Creta is simply forward of the others. It will get further options similar to dual-integrated 10.25-inch shows, an 8-way power-adjustable driver seat, and dual-zone AC.
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Although the production-ready options listing of the Tata Curvv is but to be revealed, we consider will probably be a feature-rich providing too. Expect it to borrow premium options similar to a panoramic sunroof, superior driver help techniques (ADAS) and an even bigger 12.3-inch touchscreen from the Harrier-Safari duo.
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The Maruti Grand Vitara can also be pretty well-equipped with a number of premium options as effectively together with a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree digital camera, ventilated entrance seats, and 6 airbags.
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Price
Tata Curvv (anticipated) |
Hyundai Creta (introductory) |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
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Price vary |
Rs 10.50 lakh to Rs 17 lakh |
Rs 11 lakh to Rs 20.15 lakh |
Rs 10.70 lakh to Rs 19.99 lakh |
Although the Tata Curvv is but to go on sale, we consider will probably be launched at an aggressive value to fiercely compete with the favored rivals, together with the 2 talked about above. Even with its diesel variants, we predict it to undercut the Creta’s top-spec pricing by a adequate margin. Overall, it’s the facelifted Hyundai Creta which is the most expensive possibility right here however the Maruti Grand Vitara is just not far behind.
All costs, ex-showroom pan-India
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