Ever since Hyundai began their ‘N’ performance sub-brand, they’ve been really pushing it hard. While the Hyundai N division is only 4 years old, they’ve already produced very enticing products, like the i30 N. In fact, they’re currently on a major product offensive. Just yesterday, they showed their Sonata N Line, with an Elantra N Line being showed earlier this year. Today, they teased yet another N Line model, the Tucson N Line.
This new N Line model builds on the fourth generation Tucson, which was just shown this year. The previous model also got a similar N Line treatment. Besides a ‘Spring 2021’ launch date, no other details about the car were shared. However, three digitally rendered images were shared that pretty much reveal what the car will look like.
We’re also not sure what, if any, performance upgrades this N Line model will get. It will look the part of a sporty SUV though, that’s for sure. Inside and out, the Tucson N Line will be different from the regular model and it’ll even get a few unique shades of exterior paint to go with those swanky rims.
All this said, we’re not even sure if we should get excited for this new Tucson at all. Hyundai Malaysia (Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors) no longer sells the previous Tucson. It could be a sign that they’re not going to compete with the X70 and its Japanese rivals.
Here’s the press release with more.
PRESS RELEASE
Hyundai today revealed teaser images of its exciting Tucson N Line model, an important addition to its all-new 2022 Tucson SUV line-up. The Tucson N Line is a key model in Hyundai’s plans to expand its N brand portfolio to seven models in various segments through the 2022 calendar year.
Hyundai’s plan includes three image-leading purist N models such as Veloster N and Elantra N, as well as N Line models, including Sonata N Line, Elantra N Line and Tucson N Line. The N brand strategy offers a steady cadence of sensational new N performance models to satisfy enthusiasts of all kinds.
Prototype Tucson N Line
Tucson N Line will offer aggressive and distinctive exterior design features and differentiating interior details. Unique equipment and color selections are also planned for production models. Tucson N Line will be available in spring 2021.
Hyundai Motor America
At Hyundai Motor America, we believe everyone deserves better. From the way we design and build our cars to the way we treat the people who drive them, making things better is at the heart of everything we do. Hyundai’s technology-rich product lineup of cars, SUVs and alternative-powered electric and fuel cell vehicles is backed by Hyundai Assurance—our promise to create a better experience for customers. Hyundai vehicles are sold and serviced through more than 820 dealerships nationwide and nearly half of those sold in the U.S. are built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. Hyundai Motor America is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, and is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea.
