The Hyundai Creta N Line, Hyundai's third N Line model, goes head-to-head with its Korean counterpart, the Seltos GT Line / X Line. Both compact SUVs boast aggressive styling to exude a sporty aura, despite minor mechanical differences underneath. So, how do these SUVs compare?
Design
While both belong to the same family, the Hyundai Creta N Line and Seltos GT Line sport distinct designs. The Creta N Line appears muscular and sportier with red inserts and a new grille, while the Seltos GT Line has a sharper, more European-inspired vibe. Modern design elements like connected LED tail lights and LED DRLs, along with 18-inch alloy wheels, adorn both siblings.
The Creta N Line stands out with its unique grille design, red accents, and larger 18-inch alloys giving it its own appeal over the standard model. Exciting color options include Thunder Blue, Atlas White, Abyss Black, Shadow Grey, and Titan Grey Matte.
Conversely, the Seltos GT Line offers colors such as Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue, Intense Red, Gravity Grey, Gravity Grey / Aurora Black Pearl, Intense Red / Aurora Black Pearl, and Gravity Grey / Aurora Black Pearl, with the X Line boasting a special Matte Graphite shade.
Cabin Experience and Features
Both SUVs offer a premium cabin experience with all-black dashboards. The Creta N Line enhances its sporty appeal with red inserts and stitching, while the Seltos GT Line features contrasting white finishes in the GT Line and unique Sage Green upholstery in the X Line.
Packed with essential and fancy features, both models cater to daily needs and boast a range of technologies, including:
- Infotainment system: 10.25-inch touchscreen
- Driver’s display: 10.25-inch fully digital display
- Smartphone integration: Apple Carplay/Android Auto
- Connected Car Tech: Yes
- Ambient lighting: Yes
- Ventilated Seats: Yes, Front
- Audio system: 8-speaker Bose sound system
- Climate control: Dual-zone automatic AC
- Rear AC vents: Yes
- Headlights: Connected LED DRLs with LED headlights
- Auto headlights: Yes
- ORVMs: Automatic and electronically adjustable
- Wheels: 18-inch alloy wheels
- Keyless entry/push button start-stop: Yes
- ADAS: Yes
- Sunroof: Panoramic
- Wireless phone charger: Yes
- Rear Sunshades: Yes
- Airbags: 6
- 360-degree camera: Yes
- Parking sensors: Front and Rear
- ISOFIX mounts: Yes
- Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS): Yes
- Head-up display: No (available on the X-Line variant)
Powertrains
Both SUVs share a 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine, with the Seltos offering a diesel option. The Creta N-Line's turbo-petrol can be paired with a 7-speed DCT or a 6-speed manual, while the Seltos GT Line offers a 7-speed DCT for the turbo petrol and a 6-speed AT for the diesel.
The Creta N Line boasts a stiffer suspension setup and a more responsive steering rack for an engaging drive, while the Seltos maintains a consistent suspension system across all variants but features larger 18-inch alloy wheels.
Price
The 2024 Hyundai Creta N Line has a lower base price compared to the Seltos GT Line, but its top-spec variant is slightly higher. This difference is due to the manual gearbox option available on the Creta N Line.
Conclusion
While both SUVs share similarities underneath they cater to different preferences. The final decision you make will be based on necessary features, design tastes, and brand attractiveness. If you prefer a manual gearbox, the Creta N Line is your go-to option, while the Seltos would suit those seeking a diesel engine.