Spec comparison: Hyundai Creta N Line vs Kia Seltos X Line

Hyundai has recently extended its N Line variant to the Creta as well, making the already very successful mid-size SUV even more exciting to consider. N Line doesn't mean that the Creta gets a full-blown 'N' treatment from Hyundai's sporting division but rather a more aesthetically aggressive-looking appearance. Now this segment already has a car with a more sporty appeal and surprisingly it is the Creta's South Korean cousin, the Kia Seltos X Line. Let's take a look at what are the key differences between these 2 sporty SUVs.

Hyundai Creta N Line vs Kia Seltos X Line: Exterior

The Creta N Line gets three single-tone colours - Titan Grey Matte, Abyss Black Pearl, and Atlas White and 3 dual-tone paint schemes are available, including Thunder Blue, Shadow Grey, and Atlas White with an Abyss Black roof. The car features a redesigned front end with an N Line-spec front grille, N Line logo redesigned front and rear bumpers with red inserts, new 18-inch alloy wheels, red-painted front and rear brake callipers, red inserts on the side sills, a dual-tip exhaust, and N Line badges at the front, side, and rear.

On the other hand, the Kia Seltos X-Line facelift presents an Xclusive Matte Graphite paint scheme. The manufacturer has replaced chrome accents on the SUV with black elements. Additionally, a new front bumper with a black skid plate enhances its exterior look. Internally, the X-Line integrates a combination of black and green inserts. It also gets 18-inch crystal cut gloss black alloy wheels.

Hyundai Creta N Line vs Kia Seltos X Line: Powertrain

Powering the Creta N Line is a 1.5-litre inline four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that produces 160PS and 253Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a six-speed manual and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The Seltos X Line offers the exact same powertrain but strictly with the 7-speed DCT. The X Line does have one trick up its sleeve and that is the availability of a diesel engine. The 1.5-litre four-cylinder diesel unit coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission delivers 116PS and 250Nm of torque.

Hyundai Creta N Line vs Kia Seltos X Line: Interior and Features

The Creta N Line boasts an all-black interior with red accents on the dashboard, infotainment system, driver display, seats, gear stick, steering wheel, and air-con vents. It includes various N Line-spec elements, such as a new steering wheel, gear stick, and upholstery with embroidered N on the front seats.

On the inside, the Seltos X-Line gets an all-black cabin with inserts in Sage Green instead of White in the standard GT variants. It also gets sage green leatherette seats with a chevron pattern and X Line embossed on the headrests.

GTX+ variant interior shown for representation purpose

Other key features include the dual 10.25-inch all-digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, TPMS, an eight-speaker Bose sound system, powered driver seat, 360-degree camera, telematics, paddle shifters, ventilated front seats, blind-spot view monitor, dual-zone temperature control, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, ADAS with 19 features, and a wireless charging pad, among others. The Creta N Line introduces a dash camera as an additional safety feature though.

Hyundai Creta N Line vs Kia Seltos X Line: Prices

The new Creta N Line is available in 2 variants, N8 and N10 and so is the Seltos X Line with X Line (S) and X Line. Prices for the X Line (S) start from Rs 19.60 lakh and go up to Rs 20.30 lakh for the top-end X Line. The Hyundai Creta N Line starts from Rs 16.82 lakh for the N8 and rises all the way up to Rs 20.45 lakh for the N10 model. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom.

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