The C-SUV segment has never been hotter in India. Where it was already crowded with over 10 choices, Tata has bought its second player in the game. Playing huge on the iconic nameplate, the Sierra comes all guns blazing and facing it is the undisputed bestseller, Hyundai Creta. Both look tempting, but which one brings the better package? Let’s break it down simply and practically.
Design & Presence
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The Creta’s now familiar design follows a balanced, urban design which doesn’t look out of place. On the other hand, the Sierra makes the opposite statement it tries to bring back its iconic wraparound glass while offering upright stance, clamshell bonnet, and retro-future flavour.
| Dimension / Spec | Tata Sierra | Hyundai Creta |
| Length | 4,340 mm | 4,330 mm |
| Width | 1,841 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,715 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 190 mm |
| Boot Space (claimed) | 622 litres | 433 litres |
Interiors & Comfort
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On the inside, the Creta’s approach is function first. Despite being a couple of years old, it feels fresh, the logical dashboard layout has easy-to-reach controls, and a rear bench doesn’t give a reason to complain. But the Sierra’s interior is a newer experience. There are some elements borrowed from Tata’s line-up, whereas some are a first for Tata as well. Take the sound bar design, for instance. Soft touch materials are offered in both, but the cabin feels airy, there are light colours, minimalistic touchpoints and a claimed “lounge-like” second row.
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Features Compared
This is where the biggest talking point lies, so let’s compare feature packs.
| Category | Hyundai Creta | Tata Sierra |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch | Three-Screen setup |
| Digital Cluster | Yes | Yes |
| 360° Camera | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2+ |
| Sound System | Bose | JBL / Harman-tuned |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smartphone Integration | Yes | Yes, Wireless |
| Climate Controls | Dual Zone | Dual Zone |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Boss Mode | No | Yes |
Engine & Performance
Both the Creta and Sierra offer three engine choices, and very similar ones at that – two petrol engines, and a diesel. Both offer a 1.5-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5 TGDi direct-injection turbo petrol, and 1.5-litre four-cylinder diesel, with options for manual as automatic gearboxes.
| Power And Torque | Transmission Options | |
| Tata Sierra – 1.5L NA Petrol | 106 PS / 145 Nm |
6-speed Manual
7-speed DCA (dual-clutch auto) |
| Tata Sierra – 1.5L T-GDi Hyperion | 160 PS / 255 Nm | 6-speed Torque-converter Automatic |
| Tata Sierra 1.5L Kryojet Diesel | 118 PS / 260 Nm |
6-speed Manual, 6-speed Torque Converter |
| Hyundai Creta – 1.5L NA MPi Petrol | 115 PS / 144Nm |
6-speed Manual, IVT (CVT Automatic) |
| Hyundai Creta – 1.5L Turbo-Petrol Smartstream | 160 PS / 253 Nm | 7-speed DCT Automatic |
| Hyundai Creta – 1.5L U2 CRDi Diesel | 116 PS / 250 Nm |
6-speed Manual 6-speed Torque converter Automatic |
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Conclusion
While it's new and builds on its iconic nameplate and nostalgia, the Sierra has an uphill task to lock horns with a well-established segment leader like the Creta. The Creta has been a top-seller for ages, and not without reason. So when the Sierra comes in with its tricks up its sleeves, the Creta need not worry yet. How they will fare in real-world conditions, we’ll have to wait a little longer for that.
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