Hyundai has for the first time launched the Creta in the N Line avatar. This sporty version will be the flagship of the N Line portfolio in India.
Like the other vehicles in the N Line range, the Creta is only available with a turbo petrol heart. With the 1.5-litre turbo under the hood, the Creta N Line is one of the most powerful SUVs in its segment with an output of 158bhp and 253Nm.
Along with the 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox, the Creta N Line also gets the option of a 6-speed manual gearbox.
The 6-speed manual transmission is a hoot as it always encourages you to push the pedal to the metal and discover life at redline. The rpm needle shoots past 6,000 rpm and picks up speed from the word go.
The good news is that the 1.5-litre turbo is a versatile engine and can easily adjust to the start-stop traffic as it accelerates in a measured fashion. The light clutch complements the stress-free driving experience.
According to Hyundai, the automatic does 0-100 kmph in 8.9 seconds. However, The initial turbo lag of the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission remains quite evident
Once the Creta picks up pace, it’s smooth sailing and quite responsive. The DCT changes gears smoothly and the mid-range power band is where the 1.5-litre turbo flexes its muscles.
For more aggressive driving style, opt for the paddle shifters, especially when you want to shift down and step on the gas pedal. The Hyundai SUV will not let you down.
Like the Creta, the N Line version also offers three driving modes — Eco, Normal and Sport and three traction modes — Snow, Mud and Sand.
By changing the suspension set-up and upsizing the wheels from 17-inch to 18-inch ones, the ride quality is on the firm side.
The Creta N Line gets an all-black theme with red inserts and ambient light. Apart from a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a leather-finish automatic gear lever, the Creta N Line has metal-finish pedals.