Dramatic Derivative

Hyundai claim that the Creta N Line is the flagship in their range of sporty cars. We were lucky enough to be on a long and empty stretch of road to experience it

- Joshua Varghese

WITH THE INTRODUCTION of the N Line, Hyundai India has become one of the few manufacturers who offer a sportier alternative to their standard models when compared to their peers. On the more accessible side of Rs 30 lakh, of course. The new Creta was a marked improvement on its predecessor on all fronts, including the introduction of the new 1.5-litre, turbo-petrol engine. That car is the base for the first-ever Creta N Line for our market.

The N Line's bodywork goes beyond sticking a few badges around the car. Hyundai have given the front end a significant makeover by giving this car its own unique grille and bumper. We got the exclusive N Line blue paint scheme which goes well with red accents along the lower edge of the car. At the rear, the spoiler and twin-tip exhaust steal the show. Yet the most significant change is the new set of alloy wheels. The standard car is offered with 16-/17inch wheels but the N Line gets 18-inch ones. They fill out the wheel-arches nicely and noticeably alter vehicle dynamics too.