Hyundai is planning a range of warmed-over N-Line
products slotted just underneath its hardcore N range. New spy photos show the handsome hatchback completely
uncovered testing on the Nürburgring.
The i30 N-Line
adopts a number of sporty design cues. The front fascia gets more aggressive
with a larger lower grille and a red accent detail on the diffuser. LED running
lights are also embedded into the accenting grilles, and give the vehicle a
more upscale look. The i30 N-Line also appears to get unique wheels over its
standard counterpart.
Out back, a few of the same sporty design elements
carry over. The bumper is now more sculpted, and a larger diffuser with red
accents continues the aggressive theme. The same dual exhaust tips spotted on
the prototype can also be found.
While the full-on N model may produce 275 hp and 352 Nm of torque, don’t expect
the same figures on the N-Line trim. With the standard i30 producing either 118
hp or 138 hp, depending on the trim, the i30 N-Line should be
closer to 200 hp.
While U.S. buyers won’t be able to get their hands
on the i30 N-Line, the European market should expect the hatchback in just a
few months. The full-on N version – which is already available in the region –
costs € 39,995 (US$ 46,375). The N-Line will undoubtedly be less
expensive when it does go on sale.
Those in the U.S. hoping to take home a hot Hyundai
will have to wait for the arrival of the Veloster N. The hatchback produces the
same 275 hp as the i30 N, and goes on sale later in the year.
