2026 Hyundai Creta SX Tech & SX(O) Variants Discontinued; ADAS Now Limited To Top Variant | V3Cars

May 6, 2026, 12:00 PM IST
By Nikil Jonathan
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Hyundai Motor India have updated the 2026 Creta’s variant lineup by discontinuing the SX Tech and SX(O) trims. With this change, the Creta is now available in 7 variants – E, EX, EX(O), S(O), SX, SX Premium and the range-topping King.

2026 Hyundai Creta SX Tech, SX(O) Discontinued – ADAS Now Costlier

Before, we take a look at what’s changed, check out the current variant-wise ex-showroom prices of the 2026 Creta:

2026 HYUNDAI CRETA VARIANT-WISE EX-SHOWROOM PRICES (MAY 2026)
Variant	1.5L Normal Petrol-MT	1.5L Normal Petrol-CVT	1.5L Turbo Petrol-DCT	1.5L Turbo Diesel-MT	1.5L Turbo Diesel-AT
E	Rs. 10,79,000	-	-	-	-
EX	Rs. 12,03,900	-	-	Rs. 13,61,900	-
EX(O)	Rs. 13,13,400	Rs. 14,48,900	-	Rs. 14,69,400	Rs. 16,04,400
S(O)	Rs. 14,19,900	Rs. 15,64,900	-	Rs. 15,80,900	Rs. 17,25,900
S(O) Knight Edition	Rs. 14,38,400	-	-	Rs. 15,99,400	-
SX	Rs. 15,03,600	-	-	-	-
SX Dual Tone	Rs. 15,18,600	-	-	-	-
SX Premium	Rs. 16,33,400	Rs. 17,77,900	-	Rs. 17,88,900	-
SX Premium Dual Tone	Rs. 16,48,400	Rs. 17,92,900	-	Rs. 18,03,900	-
King	Rs. 17,27,000	Rs. 18,68,000	-	-	-
King Dual Tone	Rs. 17,41,500	Rs. 18,82,500	Rs. 20,05,000	Rs. 18,94,500	Rs. 19,86,500

2026 Hyundai Creta – What’s Changed?

The biggest impact of this update is on feature accessibility. The now-discontinued SX Tech trim was the most affordable way to get ADAS in the Creta range. With its removal, buyers will now have to stretch to the top-spec King variant to access these features.

The SX(O), on the other hand, was earlier the fully-loaded variant when the facelift launched in 2024. However, it lost its positioning after the introduction of the King variant, which now sits at the top of the lineup.

Why Did Hyundai Discontinue These Variants?

While Hyundai haven’t officially stated the reasons, there are a few likely factors behind this move. By removing the SX Tech variant, Hyundai are effectively influencing buyers towards the more expensive Creta King variant for ADAS. This helps improve average selling prices and margins, which is a common strategy in high-demand segments.

Additionally, the SX(O) and SX Premium variants had significant overlap in terms of features and pricing. Simplifying the lineup reduces confusion and makes the buying decision easier for the customer. Fewer variants also mean simpler production planning and inventory management, especially for a high-volume model like the Creta.

Feature Impact: What Buyers Lose

With the SX Tech gone:

ADAS is no longer accessible in the mid-range price band
Buyers now face a price jump of over Rs. 1 lakh for these features

With the SX(O) discontinued:

The previous “fully-loaded” option is gone
Buyers must now choose between SX Premium and the top-spec King

No Feature Additions Elsewhere

Despite removing 2 variants, Hyundai haven’t added any new features to the remaining variants. Buyers looking for additional equipment can opt for the Summer Edition packs, which cost up to Rs. 55,000 extra.

Also Read: 2026 Hyundai Creta Summer Edition Launched With New Features Across Variants

Powertrain Options Remain Unchanged

The Creta continues with its existing engine lineup:

1.5L normal petrol
1.5L turbo petrol
1.5L turbo diesel

Transmission options include manual, CVT, torque converter automatic and DCT, depending on the engine.

Also Read: Top 5 Features Of 2026 Honda ZR-V You Should Know About

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nikil Jonathan

Nikil's a huge fan of classic cars, especially Italian beauties such as the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint and the Iso Grifo. His love for cars and bikes originated when he first laid his eyes on a poster of the Ferrari F40 and the MV Agusta F4 when he was just a child. He also loves all things analogue, especially vintage cameras and turntables.

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