Hyundai Venue N-Line N6 and N8: Variants Explained

Hyundai Venue N Line has finally been launched in India, with prices ranging from Rs 12.16 lakh to Rs 13.15 lakh (ex-showroom). The sportier SUV is offered in two variants: N6 and N8, and receives tons of visual enhancements and retuned suspension & steering wheel for a more dynamic driving experience. The following is a guide to what’s on offer in both trims so you can decide which one is right for you. But before we start, here’s a look at its specifications first.

Engine	1.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol
No of Cylinders	3
Max Power Output	120PS at 6,000rpm
Max Torque Output	172PS at 1,500-4,000 rpm
Transmission	7-speed DCT
Drivetrain	FWD

Hyundai Venue N-Line Color Options

Hyundai has offered the Venue N Line in a total of five color options: three dual-tone and two single-tone.

Monotone Colors	Dual-Tone Color
– Polar White – Shadow Grey	– Thunder Blue with Black roof – Polar White with Black roof – Shadow Grey with Black roof

Hyundai Venue N-Line: Variant-wise Price and Features

1. N6

Price (Ex-Showroom)

Rs 12.16 lakh

Key Features: –

• Exterior: – Automatic LED projector headlamps with escort function, LED DRLs, cornering lamps, front & rear skid plates, side sill garnish, roof rails, turn indicators on side mirrors, tailgate spoiler, shark fin antenna, 16-inch N-branded alloy wheels, twin tip muffler, and red highlights on various parts, including on the front disc caliper.

• Interior:- Sporty black cabin theme with athletic red inserts, leather seats, leather wrapping on seeing & gearknob, sporty metal pedals, red ambient lighting, and dark metal finish on door handles.
• Comfort & Convenience: – Smart keyless entry, height adjustable driver’s seat (manual), adjustable headrests, three driving modes (Normal, Eco, Sport), electric sunroof, paddle shifters, auto AC, rear AC vents, wireless smartphone charger, cooled glovebox, powered ORVMs with auto-fold function, cruise control, tilt adjustment for the multi-function steering wheel, and front sliding armrest with tiny storage space.
• Infotainment/Entertainment: – An 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with multiple regional language support, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, steering mounted audio & telephony controls.
• Safety: – Manually adjustable day/night IRVM, dual-front airbags, ABS with EBD, brake assist, electronic stability control, hill assist control, all-wheel disc brakes, rear camera with parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring system, impact sensing door unlock, speed-sensing door lock, ISOFIX child seat anchors, rear defogger, speed alert, etc.

Verdict: – The features-loaded N6 variant gets all the N Line bits, including a 34% stiffer suspension setup, bassy exhaust sound, and other N-specific features. However, you can skip this variant only if you want more feel-good features.

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2. N8

Price (Ex-showroom)	Rs 13.15 lakh
Premium Over N6 Variant	Rs 99,000

Key Features (over N8 variants): –

• Comfort & Convenience: – 2-step rear reclining seat, 60:40 rear split seat, rear center armrest with cup holders, and 4-way power adjustable driver’s seat.
• Infotainment: – 8-inch HD touchscreen infotainment with BlueLink connected car technology, OTA updates support, Home-to-car (H2C) function with Alexa & Google Voice Assistant compatibility.
• Safety: – Side & curtain airbags, dashcam with dual-cameras, Electrochromic mirror (auto-dimming IRVM), anti-theft alarm, and SOS, RSA & Bluelink buttons on IRVM.

Verdict: – The Hyundai Venue N-Line N8 trim will surely captivate you with its gimmick features. However, if front-ventilated seats were included, the package would have been complete.