The Next-Gen Venue, Now with an N Line Twist
Last month, Hyundai pulled the covers off the next-generation Venue as pre-orders opened in India, previewing a taller, wider, and more connected version of its smallest SUV. The model is a big step forward for Hyundai’s compact lineup, introducing twin 12.3-inch screens, advanced safety tech, and a new design direction. What no one expected was an N Line variant arriving so soon.
Now, Hyundai has revealed the all-new Venue N Line in full detail—a more athletic spin on the already refreshed subcompact. It joins other Hyundai N Line crossovers like the Kona and Tucson in blending sporty looks with accessible power. Hyundai is also showing intent to inject more excitement into smaller models, especially in emerging markets where the Venue is quite popular.
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Design and Cabin: Sporty in All the Right Places
While the standard Venue has grown slightly in size – measuring 157.3 inches long, 70.9 inches wide, and 65.6 inches tall – the N Line brings its own flavor. The exterior adds 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels with red brake calipers, twin-tip exhaust outlets, dark chrome grille with N Line badging, and a wing-type spoiler. Red accents along the bumpers, roof rails, and side skirts further sharpen the stance.
Inside, the Venue N Line trades the standard model’s light dual-tone cabin for an all-black interior accented by red stitching and trim. There’s an exclusive N Line steering wheel with performance buttons, metal pedals, and sportier leather seats embossed with the N logo. The 12.3-inch dual-display layout carries over, powered by Hyundai’s NVIDIA-based ccNC system, paired with an eight-speaker Bose audio setup. Over-the-air updates, a 360-degree camera, and a smart aroma diffuser round out the tech features.
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No Additional Oomph, Though
Under the hood, the Venue N Line uses Hyundai’s 1.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine shared with one of the standard version’s trims, making 120 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque. Buyers can choose between a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters. Drive modes and traction control settings enhance versatility, while disc brakes on all corners boost stopping confidence.
For now, the new Venue lineup is exclusive to India, where it’s also being built for export. The version sold in the US remains the older generation, introduced in 2020. It’s unclear whether the updated model – or this sportier N Line – will reach American shores, but it would make sense. The US market could use an affordable small SUV with just a bit more attitude.
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