So here’s something that caught our attention – a test unit of the Hyundai Creta N Line was recently spotted in Brazil, and guess what? It’s packing a beefier 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine that’s got us wondering if India might see this upgrade too.
Now, the Brazilian-spec Creta N Line getting this power bump is pretty significant. Their current model runs a rather modest 1.0-litre turbo, so this is quite the leap. What makes it even more interesting is that our Indian Creta N Line already has a 1.5-litre turbo under the hood, which puts it right in the sweet spot between these two variants.
Engine Specifications
The test car didn’t try to hide much – there was a clear ‘1.6-TGDI’ badge plastered on the tailgate, basically announcing the engine upgrade to anyone paying attention. This new mill pumps out a healthy 191 bhp and 265 Nm of torque, which is a massive jump from Brazil’s current setup that makes do with just 118 bhp and 172 Nm from that tiny 1.0-litre unit. The engine only comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, no manual option here.
Just to put things in perspective, our Indian Creta N Line sits comfortably in between with its 1.5-litre turbo churning out 158 bhp and 253 Nm. Plus, we get the choice of a 6-speed manual or the 7-speed DCT.
Design and Features
The spy shots show an uncamouflaged Creta N Line in silver, and honestly, it doesn’t look dramatically different from what we already know. The Brazilian version does get slightly bigger 18-inch alloys compared to some other markets, but that’s about it. You still get the familiar N Line treatment – those red accents, sportier bumpers, and the twin-tip exhaust that gives it that performance SUV vibe.
Inside, expect the same all-black cabin theme with red stitching everywhere, the N-branded steering wheel and gear knob, plus that red ambient lighting that runs across the dashboard and door panels. It’s not revolutionary, but it works.
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Pricing and Market Strategy
In Brazil, this upgraded Creta N Line is expected to cost around R$ 200,000, which translates to roughly ₹31.15 lakh. That’s not a huge jump from the current R$ 188,720 (about ₹29.39 lakh) price tag, so the premium seems reasonable for the extra performance.
Will India Get the 1.6L Engine?
Here’s the big question everyone’s asking – will we see this engine in India? Well, here’s the thing: neither Hyundai nor Kia currently uses this 1.6-litre turbo in any of their India-bound models. That makes a direct transplant pretty unlikely, at least in the short term.
Our Creta N Line launched in March 2024 with prices starting at ₹16.82 lakh and going up to ₹20.30 lakh. The current 1.5-litre engine actually strikes a nice balance – it’s got enough punch for most situations and still manages 18-18.2 kmpl, which is decent for a turbo petrol.
Given how price-conscious our market is, and the fact that this engine isn’t even in Hyundai’s local lineup, the 1.6-litre upgrade seems better suited for markets where people are willing to pay more for that extra performance kick.
The Creta N Line has been doing pretty well here, going head-to-head with the Kia Seltos X-Line, Volkswagen Taigun GT, and Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo. For now, we’ll have to stick with the current 158 bhp setup – though let’s be honest, it’s not exactly slow for our roads and traffic conditions anyway.