Hyundai Creta N Line

The new Creta N Line is Hyundai's third N Line model to hit Indian markets following the i20 and the Venue. Priced from Rs 16.82 lakh to Rs 20.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the sportier iteration of Hyundai’s hot-selling SUV gets several cosmetic tweaks to the exterior along with some new colour schemes to stand out from the crowd. More importantly, the it re-introduces the option of a manual gearbox with the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine – an option not offered in the regular Creta facelift

The Creta N Line is offered in N8 and N10 trim options, both offered with manual and dual-clutch automatic gearbox options. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is lifted straight from the standard Creta Turbo with the output continuing to stand at 158 bhp and 253 Nm. The N Line however benefits from tweaks to the suspension and steering rack which Hyundai says has improved its handling characteristics. The Creta N-Line also features a sportier-sounding exhaust compared to the standard model.

In the looks department, Hyundai has made several design tweaks to help the N-Line stand out. It gets a redesigned grille and front bumper with red accents on the lower body. Down the sides, the SUV gets red brake callipers and more red accents on the lower body, while at the back the SUV gets a tweaked rear bumper and a visible dual-tip exhaust. Rounding out the updates are 18-inch alloy wheels on the top-spec N10 models.

The Creta N Line is offered in a total of three mono-tone and three dual-tone colours.

Inside, the Creta N Line follows an all-black theme with red accenting along with getting a different design steering wheel as compared to the standard model. The seats, steering and gear lever all feature N badging as well. On the equipment front, the Creta N Line packs in tech such as the 10.25-inch twin displays on the dashboard, 18-inch alloy wheels, 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill Start Assist, ADAS functions, ventilated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control and a panoramic sunroof. As with other N Line models, the Creta N Line also gets a dashcam with dual cameras.