Hyundai CRETA N Line SUV spied testing; design details revealed
What's the story
After teasing the SUV for the South American market, Hyundai's CRETA N Line was caught doing test runs without camouflage. The car will feature cosmetic changes, including a revised grille design and redesigned front bumper as well as tailgate. The vehicle will remain unchanged mechanically. The South Korean automaker will likely bring the sporty variant to India in a facelifted avatar.
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Why does this story matter?
Hyundai has been on a roll in India by unveiling new products in segments such as hatchbacks and SUVs. With the recent success of the i20 N Line model, the South Korean automaker plans to use the same formula with its ever-popular CRETA. When launched, the car will go up against the likes of the Volkswagen Taigun GT and SKODA KUSHAQ Monte Carlo.
Exteriors
The car will flaunt a large grille and LED headlamps
The Hyundai Creta N Line will sport a muscular hood, a redesigned large grille with chrome inserts, a revised front bumper, wide air dams, and LED headlights with DRLs. On the sides, the SUV will be flanked by roof rails, indicator-mounted ORVMs, blacked-out pillars, and designer alloy wheels. Split-style LED taillamps and a shark-fin antenna will be available at the rear end.
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Two engine choices might be offered
Details regarding the powertrain options are yet to be revealed. However, we expect the CRETA N Line to be fueled by a 2.0-liter turbo-petrol engine or a 1.4-liter turbo-petrol mill that makes 138hp/242Nm. Transmission duties will be handled by a DCT gearbox.
Interiors
The SUV will get redesigned dashboard and N Line-branded upholstery
On the inside, we expect the CRETA N Line will get a spacious cabin with a redesigned dashboard, N Line-branded upholstery, automatic climate control, and a flat-bottom multifunctional steering wheel. It will likely pack a 10.24-inch touchscreen infotainment system with support for the latest connectivity options. The passengers' safety will be ensured by multiple airbags, ABS, EBD, and electronic stability control.
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Hyundai CRETA N Line: Pricing and availability
The details regarding the pricing and availability of the CRETA N Line in India will soon be announced by Hyundai. Here, we expect the sporty SUV to carry a premium over the standard model which begins at Rs. 10.44 lakh (ex-showroom).