The CRETA N Line comes with a 1.5-litre Turbo GDi petrol engine, 6-speed manual and 7-speed DCT transmission options, sporty exterior details, black cabin theme with red inserts, Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS in the higher variant and several comfort features for daily as well as highway driving.
Engine and Performance
The main highlight of the Hyundai CRETA N Line is its 1.5-litre Turbo GDi petrol engine. The official brochure lists its maximum power as 117.5 kW, equal to 160 PS, at 5500 r/min. Maximum torque is 253 Nm between 1500 and 3500 r/min.
Hyundai also mentions 0-100 km/h acceleration in 8.9 seconds for the CRETA N Line. This makes it a performance-focused SUV for buyers who want stronger acceleration and a more engaging driving experience.
Transmission options include 6-speed manual and 7-speed dual clutch transmission. The DCT version gets paddle shifters. Drive mode select includes Eco, Normal and Sport modes, while traction control modes include Snow, Mud and Sand.
Exterior Design
The CRETA N Line gets a sporty exterior design with N Line-specific details. It includes a sporty black radiator grille, N Line emblem, front and rear bumper with red inserts, side sill with red inserts and twin-tip muffler. These details help it look more aggressive than the regular CRETA.
The SUV also gets quad beam LED headlamps with horizon LED positioning lamp and DRLs, LED tail lamps, rear horizon LED lamp and LED turn signal with sequential function. The sporty tailgate spoiler and shark fin antenna add to the overall design.
The CRETA N Line uses R18 diamond-cut alloy wheels with N logo and red calipers. This wheel design gives the SUV a stronger road presence and supports its sporty character.
Interior and Cabin Theme
Inside the cabin, the Hyundai CRETA N Line follows a sporty black interior theme with athletic red inserts. The cabin gets leatherette seats with N logo, a 3-spoke leatherette steering wheel with N logo and leatherette gear knob with N logo.
The dashboard area gets a seamlessly integrated curvilinear infotainment and cluster screen. Selected variant also gets exciting red ambient lighting. Sporty metal pedals further enhance the N Line feel inside the cabin.
Practical comfort features include 60:40 split rear seat, 2-step rear reclining seat, rear window sunshade, rear centre armrest with cup holders, rear AC vents and glovebox cooling.
Comfort and Convenience
The CRETA N Line offers several premium comfort features. The brochure lists dual zone automatic temperature control, smartphone wireless charger, electric parking brake with auto hold, smart key with push button start, rear wiper and washer, power windows, USB Type-C chargers, luggage lamp and motor-driven power steering with tilt and telescopic adjustment.
The N10 variant adds more premium equipment such as voice-enabled smart panoramic sunroof, front row ventilated seats, electric 8-way driver seat adjustment, rear seat headrest cushion and a 26.03 cm HD audio video navigation system.
Key comfort highlights: ventilated front seats, dual zone automatic temperature control, voice-enabled panoramic sunroof, wireless charger, rear AC vents and 2-step rear reclining seats.
Technology and Infotainment
Hyundai CRETA N Line offers a good technology package. The N8 variant gets a 20.32 cm touchscreen infotainment system and digital cluster with colour TFT MID. The N10 variant gets a 26.03 cm HD audio video navigation system and 26.03 cm multi-display digital cluster.
The SUV supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other features include Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, steering-mounted audio and Bluetooth controls, front and rear speakers, front tweeters and JioSaavn music streaming in the N10 variant.
The N10 variant also offers Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology, over-the-air updates for map and infotainment, and Home-to-Car with Alexa.
Safety Features
Safety is a strong area of the Hyundai CRETA N Line. The brochure lists 6 airbags as standard, including driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags. It also includes ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Hill-start Assist Control and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System highline.
Other safety features include front and rear disc brakes with red calipers, 3-point seat belts for all seats, seatbelt reminder for all seats, ISOFIX, Emergency Stop Signal, impact sensing auto door unlock, speed sensing auto door lock, immobilizer and burglar alarm.
The N10 variant gets additional safety and parking support such as front parking sensors, Surround View Monitor, Blind-spot View Monitor and electro chromic mirror with telematics switches.
Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS
The Hyundai CRETA N Line N10 variant offers Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS. It includes features such as Forward Collision Warning, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist for car, pedestrian, cycle and junction turning.
Other ADAS features include Blind-spot Collision Warning, Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Driver Attention Warning, Safe Exit Warning, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Following Assist, High Beam Assist, Leading Vehicle Departure Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Hyundai CRETA N Line |
| Engine |
1.5L Turbo GDi Petrol |
| Displacement |
1482 cc |
| Maximum Power |
117.5 kW / 160 PS @ 5500 r/min |
| Maximum Torque |
253 Nm @ 1500-3500 r/min |
| Transmission |
6-speed Manual / 7-speed DCT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
50 litres |
Dimensions
| Dimension |
Measurement |
| Overall Length |
4330 mm |
| Overall Width |
1790 mm |
| Overall Height |
1635 mm with roof rails |
| Wheelbase |
2610 mm |
Suspension, Brakes and Tyres
The CRETA N Line uses McPherson strut with coil spring suspension at the front and coupled torsion beam axle at the rear. Braking is handled by disc brakes at the front and rear.
Tyre size is 215/55 R18 with diamond-cut alloy wheels. The spare wheel is 215/60 R17 steel wheel as listed in the brochure.
Variants and Colours
The Hyundai CRETA N Line is available in N8 and N10 variants. Both variants get the 1.5-litre Turbo GDi petrol engine with manual and DCT options. The N10 variant adds more premium features, ADAS, Bluelink, larger infotainment screen and advanced convenience equipment.
Colour options include Titan Grey Matte, Abyss Black and Atlas White. Dual-tone options include Thunder Blue with Abyss Black Roof, Shadow Grey with Abyss Black Roof and Atlas White with Abyss Black Roof.
Final Verdict
The Hyundai CRETA N Line is suitable for buyers who want the practicality of the CRETA with a sportier look and stronger turbo petrol performance. Its 1.5-litre Turbo GDi engine, N Line styling, red interior highlights, R18 alloy wheels and twin-tip muffler give it a different personality from the standard CRETA.
The N8 variant is suitable for buyers who want the core N Line experience, while the N10 variant is better for those who want ADAS, Bluelink, premium infotainment, ventilated seats and more convenience features. Overall, the CRETA N Line is a strong choice for SUV buyers looking for performance, safety and premium style together.
