The new Hyundai Creta has been caught again, and this time the spy video shows much more of the cabin. Footage published on 10 November 2026 by RushLane, and later by HT Auto, reveals a large central Pleos infotainment screen, a slim horizontal instrument cluster, an off-white and grey interior, electrically adjustable front seats and an electric “Boss Mode”. Hyundai has not officially revealed the car.
The Creta is one of India’s most important SUVs, so even small cabin details matter to buyers deciding whether to book the current model or wait. Here is what the camouflaged test car shows, what is only expected, and what the changes could mean.
What did the new Hyundai Creta spy video reveal?
The video shows a large central Pleos infotainment screen with a slim horizontal driver display, though both are partly covered. The cabin uses off-white and grey shades on the seats, door trims and centre console. Other visible details include a new steering wheel, a front armrest with two tandem cupholders, and electrically adjustable front seats.
RushLane notes that the infotainment software appears more advanced than the systems Hyundai currently uses in India. There are new line patterns on the centre console and door trims. The test car remains heavily camouflaged outside, but it looks larger and more upright than today’s model.
Pleos is Hyundai Motor Group’s new software brand for its next generation of connected cars, and Pleos Connect is the infotainment system built on it. Seeing it in an India-bound Creta suggests Hyundai plans to bring its newest software, not a cut-down version, to one of its most important Indian SUVs.
What is electric Boss Mode in the new Creta?
Boss Mode lets a rear passenger move the front passenger seat forward to create more legroom. Because the new Creta’s co-driver seat appears to be electrically powered, the spy video suggests an electric Boss Mode. Hyundai already offers the feature on the Creta Electric and the Alcazar, so the hardware exists in its Indian range.
RushLane claims that, in the mid-size SUV class, only the Tata Sierra offers Boss Mode today, and that it is manually operated. If Hyundai adds an electric version to the regular Creta, it would turn the rear seat into a stronger selling point for chauffeur-driven families.
| Feature | Current Creta | New Creta (spied or expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Central screen | Hyundai’s current infotainment | Larger Pleos screen (spied) |
| Driver display | Digital cluster | Slim horizontal display (spied) |
| Cabin colours | Varies by variant | Off-white and grey (spied) |
| Front passenger seat | Varies by variant | Electric, with Boss Mode (spied) |
| Rear comfort | Rear AC vents | Centre armrest, AC vents, more legroom (spied) |
| Rear wireless charging | Not listed here | Possible, not confirmed |
| Platform | Current platform | K3 platform, like new Seltos (expected) |
Which new Creta features are expected but not yet seen?
Several headline features are expected but have not appeared clearly in the spy footage. RushLane and HT Auto list front and rear ventilated seats, all-LED lighting, four auto up/down windows, reclining rear seats, a 360-degree camera, blind-spot alerts and a Level 2 ADAS suite. Treat these as expectations until Hyundai publishes a specification sheet.
Some of these already exist on today’s top Creta variants, so the real question is how far down the range they will spread. Hyundai has used feature-rich trims to keep the Creta ahead of rivals for years, and RushLane describes the company’s aim as offering “the fattest brochure” in the segment.
What does the new Creta look like outside?
The exterior is still fully camouflaged. Dainik Jagran reports that prototypes suggest Hyundai’s “Art of Steel” design language, recently seen on the 2027 Tucson, with slim LED daytime running lights, projector headlamps set lower in the bumper and fog lamps with a cornering function. The test cars look more upright than today’s Creta.
A clamshell bonnet and large geometric alloy wheels are also expected. None of this is official, and spy-shot interpretations often change once the camouflage comes off.
Will the new Hyundai Creta be bigger?
Reports say yes, but Hyundai has not published dimensions. Dainik Jagran reports that today’s Creta is 4,330 mm long and that the new model is expected to exceed 4.5 metres, while RushLane says the test car is clearly larger. The video also suggests more rear legroom, which would match a longer wheelbase or better packaging.
A move to the K3 platform used by the new Kia Seltos is widely expected. Our arithmetic shows that if the new Creta reaches 4,500 mm, it would be 170 mm, or about 3.9%, longer than today’s car. That is an estimate based on a media figure, not an official measurement.
What engines will the new Hyundai Creta get?
Indian reports expect the same three 1.5-litre engines: naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol and turbo-diesel. RushLane says a strong hybrid could be added at launch or later. Gearbox options are expected to include a six-speed manual, an iVT automatic and a seven-speed DCT, plus a torque-converter automatic with the diesel.
| Engine (current Creta) | Power | Torque | Expected for new Creta |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 petrol | 115 PS | 143.8 Nm | Likely carried over |
| 1.5 turbo-petrol | 160 PS | 253 Nm | Likely carried over |
| 1.5 diesel | 116 PS | 250 Nm | Likely carried over |
| Strong hybrid | Not offered | Not offered | Possible, timing unclear |
When will the new Hyundai Creta launch?
Indian media expect the new Creta in 2027, but Hyundai India has not announced a date. RushLane says more details will follow, and HT Auto also points to a 2027 debut. Until Hyundai confirms timing, any month quoted is speculation. The current Creta remains on sale with its full engine range.
RushLane links the timing to Hyundai’s wider range. With the Bayon now launched at an introductory Rs 10 lakh ex-showroom, Hyundai has room to push the Creta further upmarket with more equipment and, likely, a higher price.
New Hyundai Creta: confirmed versus not confirmed
| Claim | Status on 11 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Next-generation Creta under testing | Shown in repeated spy shots |
| Large Pleos screen and horizontal cluster | Seen, partly covered |
| Electric front seats and Boss Mode | Seen in spy video |
| Ventilated rear seats, Level 2 ADAS, 360 camera | Expected, not seen |
| Length above 4.5 metres | Media expectation |
| Strong hybrid | Possible, not confirmed |
| Launch in 2027 | Media expectation, no Hyundai date |
CarBike Insight Analysis
The spy video tells us Hyundai’s plan: keep the Creta’s engines, but make the cabin and rear seat the reason to upgrade. That is a sensible strategy. Rivals such as the Tata Sierra and the new Kia Seltos are pushing space and features, and the Creta must stay ahead to keep its position.
Should you wait? If you need a car in the next few months, the current Creta is proven, widely serviced and available with every engine. If you can wait until 2027 and value rear-seat comfort or newer software, the next model looks like a meaningful step. Expect a higher price, especially for top variants, although Hyundai has not confirmed any figures.
For more, read our Hyundai Bayon India launch coverage, our Kia Seltos hybrid wait-or-buy guide and Hyundai’s record October 2026 sales. The spy details come from RushLane’s report on the new Hyundai Creta interior.
FAQ
When is the new Hyundai Creta launching in India?
Indian media expect the next-generation Creta in 2027, but Hyundai India has not announced a launch date or price. The latest spy video, published on 10 November 2026, shows the car still testing with heavy camouflage.
Will the new Hyundai Creta get Boss Mode?
The spy video suggests it will. The front passenger seat appears electrically adjustable, which allows an electric Boss Mode. Hyundai already offers this feature on the Creta Electric and Alcazar in India.
Will the new Creta have a hybrid engine?
Reports say a strong hybrid could join the three existing 1.5-litre engines, either at launch or later. Hyundai has not confirmed a hybrid Creta for India, so treat it as a possibility for now.
Is the new Hyundai Creta bigger than the current model?
The test cars look larger, and reports expect a length above 4.5 metres against today’s 4,330 mm. Hyundai has not published official dimensions, so the final size remains unconfirmed until the reveal.
Should I buy the current Creta or wait for the new one?
If you need a car soon, the current Creta is proven and available with every engine. If you can wait until 2027 and want more rear comfort and newer tech, waiting may suit you.
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