Maruti Victoris and Hyundai Creta belong to the mid-size SUV category. Maruti Victoris is one of the newer cars in the lineup of Maruti SUVs and was launched in 2025. Creta was first launched in 2015 and today, we are seeing the 2nd generation Creta models that are available with the 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated (NA) engine, 1.5-litre Turbo Petrol engine, and 1.5-litre diesel engine.
Victoris is available with 1.5-litre mild hybrid petrol engine, 1.5-litre strong-hybrid petrol engine, and 1.5-litre petrol + CNG option. The strong hybrid variants of Victoris offer the best mileage of up to 28.65 km/l whereas the diesel variants of Hyundai Creta offer the best mileage of up to 21.8 km/l in their lineup. Therefore, Victoris seems to have a clear advantage over Creta when it comes to fuel-efficiency. However, these are just the claimed mileage figures and their actual mileage might vary in real-world conditions. In this blog, we will see how the real-world mileage of these cars compare against each other.
Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs Hyundai Creta Specs
The differences in the key specifications of Maruti Victoris vs Hyundai Creta are highlighted below:
| Specification | Maruti Suzuki Victoris | Hyundai Creta |
| Engine | 1.5-litre Mild Hybrid petrol engine1.5-litre Strong Hybrid petrol engine 1.5-litre Petrol + CNG option | 1.5-litre NA Petrol1.5-litre Diesel 1.5-litre turbo petrol |
| Displacement | Mild Hybrid/CNG: 1462 ccStrong Hybrid: 1490 cc | Petrol: 1497cc (NA), 1482 cc (Turbo Petrol) Diesel: 1493 cc |
| Power | Mild Hybrid: 103 PSStrong Hybrid: 114 PSCNG: 87.8 PS | Petrol: 113-158 bhpDiesel: 114 bhp |
| Torque | Mild Hybrid: 139 NmStrong Hybrid: 141 NmCNG: 121.5 Nm | Petrol: 144-253 NmDiesel: 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT6-speed ATe-CVT Automatic | 6-speed MT 6-speed TC, IVT7-Speed DCT |
| Drive layout | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) and All Wheel Drive (AWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Kerb weight | 1145 kg to 1305 kg depending upon variant and model | Petrol: 1175 kgDiesel: 1305 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 45 litres | 50 litres |
The kerb weight of the Victoris and Creta models are almost identical and therefore, their contribution to the difference in the mileage is negligible. The real difference-maker in their mileage is the strong hybrid powertrain that enables the car to start and drive in electric mode. Creta models have the clear advantage over the Victoris models when it comes to power and torque. However, the strong hybrid variants of Victoris can be compared to the diesel variants of Creta in terms of power. Naturally, the diesel variants outshine the strong-hybrid models of Victoris in terms of torque.
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Maruti Victoris vs Hyundai Creta : ARAI Mileage Figures
The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) conducts tests for measuring the mileage of cars. These tests are conducted in a controlled manner in the lab-conditions that are ideal for driving. Also, the vehicles are driven with minimum load of passengers to get the optimal mileage figures. The below table highlights how the ARAI mileage figures of Maruti Victors vs Hyundai Creta stand against each other:
| Engine & Transmission | Fuel Type | Maruti Victoris – ARAI Mileage (km/l or km/kg) | Hyundai Creta – ARAI Mileage (km/l) |
| 1.5L NA Petrol – 6MT (Manual) /Mild Hybrid + FWD | Petrol/ Petrol + Electric (Mild Hybrid) | 21.18 km/l | 17.4 km/l |
| 1.5L NA Petrol – 6AT (Mild Hybrid + AWD) | Petrol + Electric (Mild Hybrid) | 19.07 km/l | – |
| 1.5L NA Petrol – 6AT (Mild Hybrid + FWD) | Petrol + Electric (Mild Hybrid) | 21.06 km/l | – |
| 1.5L Strong Hybrid (e-CVT Automatic + FWD) | Petrol + Electric (Strong Hybrid) | 28.65 km/l | – |
| 1.5L S-CNG – 5-speed MT (FWD) | Petrol + CNG | 27.02 km/kg | – |
| 1.5L NA Petrol – IVT (CVT) | Petrol | – | 17.7 km/l |
| 1.5L Turbo GDi – 7DCT | Petrol | – | 18.4 km/l |
| 1.5L CRDi – 6MT (Manual) | Diesel | – | 21.8 km/l |
| 1.5L CRDi – 6AT (Automatic) | Diesel | – | 19.1 km/l |
There is no comparison between the claimed ARAI mileage of Maruti Victoris and Hyundai Creta petrol models as Victoris wins with a clear margin. This is because Maruti Victoris comes with both strong hybrid and mild hybrid powertrains. The mileage of even mild hybrid variants are comparable to the mileage offered by the diesel variants of Creta. Also, the CNG option in Victoris gives it a major advantage of low-cost running which is missing in Creta’s line-up.
Maruti Victoris vs Hyundai Creta: Real World Fuel-Efficiency
The below table highlights real world mileage figures for all fuel types and transmission options of both cars:
| Maruti Victoris (1.5-litre NA Petrol + Mild Hybrid) | Hyundai Creta (1.5-litre Na Petrol) | |
| City | Manual: 16.5 km/lAutomatic: 13 km/l | Manual: 10.5 km/lCVT: 12 km/l |
| Highway | Manual: 20.5 km/lAutomatic: 17 km/l | Manual: 15 km/lCVT: 16.5 km/l |
| Average | Manual: 18 km/lAutomatic: 15 km/l | Manual: 12.5 km/lCVT: 13.8 km/l |
| Tank range | 675 to 900 km | 600 to 750 km |
| Maruti Victoris (1.5-litre Petrol + Strong Hybid) | Hyundai Creta (1.5-litre Turbo Petrol) | |
| City | eCVT: 25 km/l | DCT: 9.5 km/liMT: 11 km/l |
| Highway | eCVT: 22 km/l | DCT: 15.5 km/liMT: 17.5 km/l |
| Average | eCVT: 22.5 km/l | DCT: 12. km/liMT: 13.5 km/l |
| Tank range | 900 to 1280 km | 570 to 680 km |
| Maruti Victoris Diesel | Hyundai Creta (1.5-litre Diesel) | |
| City | – | Manual: 13 km/lAutomatic: 15.5 km/l |
| Highway | – | Manual: 18 km/lAutomatic: 21.8 km/l |
| Average | – | Manual: 15.5 km/lAutomatic: 17.8 km/l |
| Tank range | – | 775 to 1000 km |
| Maruti Victoris CNG | Hyundai Creta CNG | |
| City | 18 km/kg | – |
| Highway | 26 km/kg | – |
| Average | 22 km/kg | – |
| Tank range | 220 km per refill | – |
For the sake of comparison, we have compared the 1.5-litre NA petrol engine of Creta with the 1.5-litre NA petrol+mild hybrid engine of Victoris. Here, Victoris offers up to 150 km higher range than the Creta models. When we compare the 1.5-litre strong hybrid engine of Victoris with the turbo petrol engine of Creta, the range extends up to 600 km which is a huge difference. We cannot compare the real-world mileage of these cars in the CNG and diesel departments as the diesel engine is missing in Victoris’s lineup and CNG variants are missing in Creta’s lineup. Overall, Victoris has a clear advantage over Creta when it comes to fuel-economy. Yet, if you want a dependable car for long highway running, the diesel variants of Creta offer a great balance of power, performance, and fuel-efficiency.
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Maruti Victoris vs Hyundai Creta: Fuel Cost Comparison
To compare the monthly fuel costs of Victoris and Creta, we have considered that they run 1500 km every month. Also, the standard petrol rate of Rs. 111.52 per litre and standard diesel rate of Rs. 98.15 per litre have been taken for calculating the final fuel cost. The CNG rates of Rs. 97.50 per kg are considered while calculating the costs for the CNG variants. The below table contains the detailed analysis of these costs as per the fuel type:
| Victoris Petrol + Mild Hybrid | Creta Petrol | Victoris Petrol + Strong Hybrid | Creta Turbo Petrol | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Running | 1500 km | 1500 km | 1500 km | 1500 km |
| Monthly Fuel Use | 91 L | 113 L | 67 L | 125 L |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | ₹ 10137 | ₹ 12,608 | ₹ 7434 | ₹ 14005 |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | ₹ 1.21 lakh | ₹ 1.51 lakh | ₹ 89,202 | ₹ 1.68 lakh |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹ 6.05 lakh | ₹ 7.56 lakh | ₹ 4.46 lakh | ₹ 8.40 lakh |
| Victoris Diesel | Creta Diesel | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Running | 1500 km | 1500 km |
| Monthly Fuel Use | – | 85 to 90 L |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | – | ₹ 8344 to ₹ 8853 |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | – | ₹ 1 to 1.06 lakh |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | – | ₹ 5 to 5.31 lakh |
| Victoris CNG | Creta CNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Running | 1500 km | 1500 km |
| Monthly Fuel Use | 68 kg | – |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | ₹ 6630 | – |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | ₹ 79,560 | – |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹ 3.97 lakh | – |
Though the strong hybrid variants of Victoris are the most fuel-efficient, the lower CNG rates translate to lower monthly fuel costs. The diesel variants attract the lowest fuel costs in the lineup of Creta cars. When we compare these cars, the real-world mileage of Victoris cars is quite close to the claimed mileage. Also, as they are more fuel-efficient than Creta variants, you can easily prefer the strong hybrid or CNG variants of Victoris for city driving. For overall better experience, performance, and fuel-efficiency on the highways, you can prefer the diesel variants of Creta.
Maruti Victoris vs Hyundai Creta Price
| Model | Variant (Base to Top) | Price (Ex-Showroom) |
| Maruti Victoris | LXi Petrol to ZXi Plus Strong Hybrid CVT | ₹ 10.49 lakh to ₹ 19.99 lakh |
| Hyundai Creta | E Petrol to SX(O)/N Line | ₹ 10.91 to ₹ 20.20 lakh |
The prices of Victoris models are quite similar to Creta models from the base to the top variants. However, Creta is still slightly more expensive than Victoris if we compare the ex-showroom prices of their base and top variants.
Summary
Both Maruti Victoris and Hyundai Creta are great cars in their own right. Creta diesel models prove to be a good option for those who drive 50 to 70 km daily, especially for those who drive on the highways. Though available at a higher cost than the mild-hybrid models, the strong-hybrid models of Victoris will save much of your fuel costs in the long run. They are also an excellent option for city commuters due to their effortless e-CVT transmission and strong hybrid powertrain that offers much better fuel-efficiency in the touch-and-go city traffic.
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FAQs
Q. Victoris vs Creta: Which is a better option for long trips?
If you are a performance-oriented buyer, the Creta diesel variants offer the best combination of fuel-efficiency and power-packed performance. The strong hybrid variants of Victoris are also comparable but they might not deliver a thrilling driving experience like Creta diesel cars.
Q. Maruti Victors vs Hyundai Creta: Which is the better car for city driving?
Maruti Victoris petrol variants, especially the strong hybrid models are suitable for city driving because of their excellent fuel-efficiency and smooth automatic transmission.
Q. Which variants of Maruti Victoris attract the lowest monthly fuel costs?
The CNG variants of Maruti Victoris attract the lowest fuel costs of around ₹ 6630 per month.
Q. Which variants of Hyundai Creta attract the lowest monthly fuel costs?
The diesel variants of Hyundai Creta attract the lowest fuel costs of around ₹ 8344 to ₹ 8853 per month.
Q. Will Creta models come with hybrid powertrains in the future?
Yes, Hyundai is planning to launch a strong hybrid varint of Creta in 2027.
