As India’s electric vehicle market accelerates, two standout contenders in the sub-₹25 lakh category are grabbing attention: the Tata Curvv EV and Hyundai Creta Electric. Both SUVs promise an electrifying blend of style, range, and tech — but which one truly offers more value for money?
Let’s break down the top-end variants: Tata Curvv EV Empowered+ A vs Hyundai Creta Electric Excellence.
Battery and Range: Curvv EV Leads the Charge
In terms of performance and range, the Tata Curvv EV Empowered+ A takes the lead with its larger 55 kWh battery, offering an ARAI-certified range of 585 km. Paired with a powerful 165 bhp electric motor, it promises long-distance practicality and stronger acceleration.
The Hyundai Creta Electric Excellence is powered by a 51.4 kWh battery, delivering a claimed range of 473 km. While efficient, it falls short of Tata’s range figures and motor output.
Verdict: Tata Curvv EV wins with better range and performance.
Interior & Features: Premium Experience on Both Ends
The Tata Curvv EV Empowered+ A impresses with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 12.3-inch digital cluster, and JBL 9-speaker audio system. Premium touches like ventilated front seats, reclining rear seats, ambient lighting, vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, and ADAS level 2 with adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and emergency braking put it in a strong spot.
Meanwhile, the Hyundai Creta Electric Excellence offers dual 10.25-inch displays, 8-speaker Bose system, ventilated leather seats, foldable rear seatback tables, and telematics with digital key. Its own level 2 ADAS suite includes lane keep assist, forward collision warning, smart cruise control, and blind spot detection.
Verdict: Close call, but Tata edges ahead with wider ADAS support and larger screen layout.
Pricing: Better Value for Tata
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Tata Curvv EV Empowered+ A: ₹22 lakh (ex-showroom)
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Hyundai Creta Electric Excellence: ₹23.5 lakh (ex-showroom)
Despite having better range and comparable features, the Tata Curvv EV undercuts Hyundai’s pricing by ₹1.5 lakh.
Verdict: Tata Curvv EV offers stronger value proposition.
Final Verdict: Tata Curvv EV or Hyundai Creta Electric?
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Battery & Range | Tata Curvv EV |
| Features | Slight Edge to Tata |
| Safety & ADAS | Tata Curvv EV |
| Comfort & Cabin | Hyundai Creta Electric |
| Price | Tata Curvv EV |
Overall Winner: Tata Curvv EV Empowered+ A
If your priority is longer range, stronger ADAS safety features, and better pricing, the Tata Curvv EV Empowered+ A is the smarter choice under ₹25 lakh. However, for those who prefer a refined cabin experience with Hyundai’s legacy brand appeal, the Creta Electric Excellence remains a solid pick.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
