Hyundai has identified the SUV and Crossover segment to be where consumers are willing to spend their money, with the market performance growing by 31.4% between 2021 and 2022 and comprising a whopping 50.9% share of sales for the automaker.
This is followed by five-door hatchbacks at 34.8% and then MPVs at 7.8%. This is then the ultimate justification for adding to the Tucson line-up, which is already comprised of several derivatives of both petrol and diesel flavour. The all-new N Line derivative will serve at the top of the pecking order for the lineup of the South Korean firm in South Africa.
On the outside, the cosmetic treatment includes a dark black chrome radiator grille and parametric hidden lights integrated within. A silver skid plate that mimics the N Line-exclusive rear bumper with diffuser is also present, while the rear boasts a twin-tip exhaust. On the sides, the new addition is fitted with 19-inch alloy wheels, which fill the wheel wells below body-coloured trim. Buyers have four exterior colours to choose from: Titan Gray, Phantom Black, White Cream, and Crimson Red.
On the inside, all seats, both front and rear, have been replaced with N Line exclusive versions, which are finished in leather and suede and can be heated or ventilated in the front row. The driver also has N Line exclusive pedals in the footwell, while a 10.2-inch digital cluster sits behind the steering wheel, displaying all pertinent driving information.
To its flank is an eight-inch infotainment system which is capable of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto screen replication. Over and above a host of safety and convenience features, the N Line also features a power tailgate, making it the sole model in the lineup to do so.
The diesel mill under the bonnet is capable of 7.4 L/100 km and able to deliver a maximum of 137kW and 416N.m. This power is distributed to all corners courtesy of an AWD system that can variably determine which set of wheels requires traction.
Hyundai Tucson N Line pricing
Hyundai Tucson N Line: R799 900
This price is inclusive of front and rear parking sensors, a rear parking camera, a moonroof, safety systems, a tyre pressure monitor and heated seats. Hyundai also provide a seven-year/200 000km warranty and six-year/90 000km service plan.
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