2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line New Review Interior Exterior

2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line New Review Interior Exterior.

The Hyundai Tucson N Line is a slightly beefed-up version of the company’s popular SUV. However, just like the N Line versions of the i30 and Elantra, this Tucson is more about sporty upgrades inside and out, as the engine remains unchanged compared to the standard model. Introduced at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, the Tucson N Line boasts a sportier appearance and features a few extras inside the cabin. While the bundle is far from impressive, it marks the debut of the N Line package on the company’s SUVs. Not only will this package extend to other haulers, but it also previews a full-fledged Tucson N model. This SUV will have more power and will be able to tackle high-performance SUVs from Mercedes-AMG and BMW M. Until that happens, let’s have a closer look at the Tucson N Line.

The front fascia actually looks very aggressive on this SUV thanks to a new grille with a honeycomb mesh
Just like the i30 N Line, the Tucson N Line is a slightly sportier version of the regular SUV on the outside. The front fascia actually looks very aggressive on this version thanks to a new grille with a honeycomb mesh and a wider vent in the bumper. The latter is flanked vertical, triangular outlets and V-shaped LED lights instead of the standard and more mundane rectangular units. These revisions are complemented by dark-chrome trim for the main grille and dark-tinted headlamps.

Hyundai took the usual "let’s turn everything black" approach for the SUV’s profile. On top of the specific black cladding around the wheel arches and under the doors, Hyundai also replaced the body-colored trim in the side skirts with a black insert and added black mirror caps. The window frame is also black instead of the usual chrome, while the door handles are body colored. The standard wheels are larger than usual at 19 inches and also feature a unique design.

Hyundai made minor changes here by painting the tailgate spoiler in black and adding some fake vents to the diffuser-like element.
The Squared off exhaust pipes of the standard model were replaced by sportier looking round outlets. The diffuser is also black.

The N Line comes with an all-black interior highlighted by bright-colored stitching
The sporty theme continues inside the cabin, but the N Line’s interior is also a bit more upscale than the regular SUV. This becomes apparent when you look at the front seats, which are wrapped in N-branded leather and suede. The seats are also a bit sportier as they feature bigger bolsters for enhanced lateral support.

The design recipe is pretty familiar and seemingly inspired by the competition. Just like high-performance versions of BMW and Mercedes-Benz SUVs, the N Line comes with an all-black interior highlighted by bright-colored stitching. Hyundai went with red stitching and piping on the seats, gear shift lever, center console, and steering wheel. A set of alloy pedals rounds out the N Line’s interior.

Outside these upgrades, the N Line is essentially a regular Tucson.
This isn’t a bad thing though, as the SUV was revised for the 2019 model year and it’s still fresh compared to its rivals. The seven-inch infotainment display provides access to a wide range of apps and features, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The instrument cluster still has analog gauges, but it includes a small display in the center. Just like the standard Tucson, you can equip the N Line with options like a USB charger for the second-row seats, a Qi wireless charging pad, and a Blue Link system.

The stiffer springs and the revised steering system give the Tucson N Line a more dynamic feeling
Although it looks sportier, the N Line doesn’t feature drivetrain upgrades. Just like the i30 N Line, the Tucson N Line is offered with the SUV’s standard engines. In Europe, the SUV comes with a choice of three drivetrains. There’s the 1.6-liter gasoline mill with 130 or 175 horsepower and the 1.6-liter diesel with 113 or 134 horses. Hyundai also offers a 2.0-liter diesel with a 48-Volt mild hybrid system. This setup generates 182 horsepower. The N Line package isn’t available on all five models, but you can order it with the turbocharged, 175-horsepower gasoline engine for decent performance.

So do you get anything new in this department with the N Line package? The good news is that the suspension system was updated with stiffer springs. The setup enables five-percent greater rigidity in the rear and an eight-percent increase in the front. Software changes to the steering system also give the SUV a slightly more direct feel. If you want more than this, you’ll have to wait for Hyundai to release the full-fledged Tucson N version.

There’s no word as to how much the Tucson N Line will cost, but we can look at the i30 and work out an approximate sticker. The i30 N Line starts from £21,255, which accounts for a £530 premium over the SE Nav model with the same engine.

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