- Hyundai has launched a sporty N Line variant of the new Venue in India.
- The SUV features a more aggressive bodykit and 17-inch alloy wheels.
- It carries over the 1.0-liter turbo engine with a manual or DCT gearbox.
Hyundai is leaning further into its performance identity by rolling out N Line variants across nearly its entire lineup. The latest to wear the badge is the new-generation Venue, recently revealed with a sharper exterior and a completely reworked cabin.
The Venue first appeared in N Line form back in 2022, built on the Indian-spec facelift of the previous generation. Since the smaller Inster hasn’t yet been given the same treatment, the Venue continues as the second-smallest N Line model after the i10 hatchback.
How It Looks
The new Venue N Line looks larger and more aggressive compared to its predecessor, adopting a boxier styling language. The front end now features larger intakes next to the “Twin Horn” daytime running lights, a darkened grille, and wing-like extensions flanking the skid plate, drawing a visual link to the larger Creta N Line.
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The 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels conceal red brake calipers that echo the red accents tracing the bumpers and side skirts. Body-colored fenders, a more pronounced rear spoiler, and dual exhaust outlets set within the skid plate, which doubles as a diffuser, round off the changes.
Finally, N Line badging appears on the grille, fenders, center caps, and tailgate.
The interior adopts a black theme with red stitching. The steering wheel closely mirrors the one on the fully electric Ioniq 5 N, with paddle shifters and dedicated dials for the drive mode and traction selectors.
N badges can also be found on the gear knob and the black leather seats, while Hyundai has also added metal pedals and Sunrise Red ambient lighting.
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Equipment is generous, as the N Line sits at the top of the Venue lineup. It comes with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster paired with a 12.3-inch infotainment display running navigation and NVIDIA graphics. There’s also an eight-speaker Bose premium sound system, a built-in aroma diffuser, and Level 2 driver assistance technology.
Carry-Over Turbo Engine
Despite the notable exterior and interior upgrades, the Venue N Line is pretty much the same under the skin. The carry-over turbocharged 1.0-liter engine produces 118 hp (88 kW / 120 PS) and 172 Nm (lb-ft) of torque, sending power to the front wheels via a six-speed manual or a seven-speed DCT automatic.
Hyundai hasn’t mentioned any changes to the suspension or steering, suggesting the model carries over the N Line-specific chassis tuning from its predecessor.
The Hyundai Venue N Line will go on sale in India starting next week. At the moment it is not clear if it will make it to other markets.
