Hyundai Cars: Reviews, Verdicts & Safety

The Hyundai Creta leads at 7.8/10 (BUY). It is one of 8 of 8 Hyundai models the jury rates a BUY.

Hyundai has a verified crash rating for 5 of its 8 models (62% of the range), averaging 4.2/5 with 3 at a full 5 stars. Our safety index of 2.6/5 is coverage-adjusted: a brand earns credit only for models it actually crash-tests, so untested cars count against it. That puts Hyundai #16 of 17 brands we track. Note: 3 Hyundai models have no published rating, a safety blind spot when you compare brands. Models like the Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Venue carry 5-star bodies.

These Hyundai models hold a full 5-star crash rating: Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Venue, Hyundai Verna.

On our coverage-adjusted safety index Hyundai scores 2.6/5, having crash-tested 5 of its 8 models, versus a tracked-brand average of 3.9/5. Among rivals: Maruti 1.7/5 (4/9 tested), Tata 4.5/5 (10/11 tested). The index rewards brands that test their whole range, not just their safest cars, so a high score with low coverage is a red flag. Always check the exact variant too, as airbag counts can vary by trim.

Of Hyundai's electric cars the Hyundai Creta Electric leads at 7.8/10. The full EV range, Hyundai Creta Electric, is reviewed individually so you can match range and price.

Yes. We review 1 Hyundai EV: Hyundai Creta Electric.

The jury rates the Hyundai Creta 7.8/10, a BUY verdict, and it is the most cross-shopped Hyundai in our data. Read the full review for the trim and engine we'd pick.

On jury score the Hyundai Creta tops Hyundai's suv range at 7.8/10. Compare it against the rest in the table above before deciding.

On jury score the Hyundai Tucson tops Hyundai's hatchback range at 7.6/10. Compare it against the rest in the table above before deciding.

Across 8 reviewed models Hyundai averages 7.6/10 with 8 BUY verdicts.

BUY means the jury would recommend it now. WAIT means it is good but a price cut, update or rival makes holding off smart. SKIP means a materially better option exists at the money.

Each score aggregates every credible independent review of that model into a single 0-10 verdict, weighted for reviewer track record and recency. It is not our personal drive impression.

No. We don't drive manufacturer press cars, run sponsored reviews or accept money from Hyundai or any brand. India's car media has an agenda. We don't.