Hyundai’s N Line performance division has done its thing to the Tucson compact SUV…sort of. The company took the wraps off the 2022 Tucson N Line, which features some enticing exterior tweaks, but few actual performance enhancements.
While its introduction and pricing are still far off, we expect the N Line to be positioned somewhere between the current 2021 Tucson Sport, which retails for $28,250, and the range-topping Ultimate trim, which costs $32,050. Our estimate for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line pricing is around $30,000. The base 2021 Hyundai Tucson SE starts at $23,700.
The N Line Tucson looks considerably more aggressive than the standard car. A revised front bumper with larger air intakes, LED running lights integrated into the wide grille, and glossy black side mirrors, pillars, and roof all make for a sharper-looking vehicle. A larger roof spoiler, dual-tipped exhaust, and new rear diffuser differentiate it from behind. And we love the geometric pattern on the wheels.
Inside, black leather upholstery with red piping and contrast stitching, suede patches on the seats, and metal pedals all suggest a sportier car.
The drivetrain, however, is the same as the standard Tucson. It employs a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine and 8-speed automatic transmission. That’s not to say there are no performance tweaks. Hyundai says the suspension and steering are tauter to give drivers a more engaging experience.
Pricing is unknown, and Hyundai hasn’t officially said the N Line Tucson will be sold in the United States. But, given that the brand’s other N Line vehicles are all U.S.-bound, we’d be shocked not to see it eventually.
