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Hyundai Creta 2026 vs Changan CS35 Plus 2026

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Changan CS35 Plus
🏆 Beseyat pick Changan CS35 Plus
64/100 Beseyat Score

Changan CS35 Plus — best value, most powerful, longest warranty

Hyundai Creta 63
Changan CS35 Plus 64
best value · Changan CS35 Plus most powerful · Changan CS35 Plus most efficient · Hyundai Creta safest · Hyundai Creta longest warranty · Changan CS35 Plus biggest boot · Hyundai Creta

The true 5-year cost estimate

Hyundai Creta 2026 costs about 9,672 SAR less to own over 5 years.

Hyundai Creta 2026 Changan CS35 Plus 2026
Estimated 5-year total cost 58,172 SAR (970 SAR per month) 67,844 SAR (1,131 SAR per month)
Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) 2,565 SAR 2,966 SAR
Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) 1,380 SAR – 3,450 SAR 1,369 SAR – 3,421 SAR
Projected value after 3 years (retention) 46,854 SAR (68%) 38,325 SAR (56%)

All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03

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Hyundai Creta
Hyundai Creta
2026
69,000 SAR
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Changan CS35 Plus
Changan CS35 Plus
2026
68,425 SAR
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Beseyat Score /100 63 64
Price & ownership
Price range 69,000 SAR – 118,450 SAR 68,425 SAR – 82,225 SAR
Used market price 60,500 – 75,000 SAR (2024) 43,500 – 54,000 SAR (2023)
Engine
Fuel type Petrol Petrol
Displacement 1.5 L 1.6 L
Cylinders 4 4
Power 115 hp 128 hp
Torque 144 Nm 161 Nm
Battery capacity
Electric range
Performance
0–100 km/h 11.8 s 11.5 s
Top speed 175 km/h 180 km/h
Transmission CVT Automatic · 6
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Fuel economy
Fuel economy 17.0 km/L 14.7 km/L
Tank capacity 50 L 51 L
Dimensions
Length 4,330 mm 4,335 mm
Width 1,790 mm 1,825 mm
Height 1,635 mm 1,660 mm
Wheelbase 2,610 mm 2,600 mm
Boot capacity 433 L 403 L
Weight 1,230 kg 1,355 kg
Ground clearance 190 mm 170 mm
Seats 5 5
Doors 5 5
Safety
Airbags 6 4
NCAP rating
ADAS systems 3
  • Forward collision-avoidance assist
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
4
  • Rear camera
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Hill-start assist
  • Cruise control
Features
Key features
  • 10.25-inch touchscreen
  • Panoramic sunroof (top trims)
  • Rear camera
  • Automatic climate control
  • 10.25-inch touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Sunroof
  • LED headlights
Warranty
Warranty 3 years / 100,000 km 6 years / 200,000 km

Beseyat AI analysis

The Hyundai Creta and Changan CS35 Plus offer competitive entry points for Saudi buyers, yet they prioritize different ownership needs. The Creta is the more efficient choice, delivering 17 km/L, and provides enhanced safety with six airbags compared to the Changan's four. Conversely, the Changan CS35 Plus offers a more powerful 128 hp engine and a significantly longer 6-year or 200,000 km warranty, which provides greater peace of mind for long-term ownership.

The Creta suits budget-conscious commuters who prioritize fuel economy and higher safety specifications. The CS35 Plus is better for those seeking extra power and a longer manufacturer guarantee. Ultimately, choose the Hyundai for its efficiency and safety, or the Changan if you prefer a more robust warranty and a slightly higher performance output.

AI guidance is informational; confirm details with the dealer. · Generated on: 2026-07-14

FAQs about this comparison

Which is cheaper, Hyundai Creta 2026 or Changan CS35 Plus 2026?

Changan CS35 Plus 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 68,425 SAR versus 69,000 SAR for Hyundai Creta 2026 — a difference of about 575 SAR (list prices; offers vary).

Which costs less in fuel?

At 20,000 km per year, Hyundai Creta 2026 costs roughly 2,565 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 2,966 SAR for Changan CS35 Plus 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).

Roughly how much is the insurance premium?

Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Hyundai Creta 2026 between 1,380 SAR and 3,450 SAR, and Changan CS35 Plus 2026 between 1,369 SAR and 3,421 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.

Which scores higher on Beseyat?

Changan CS35 Plus 2026 scores 64/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 63/100 for Hyundai Creta 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).

AI guidance is informational; confirm details with the dealer.

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