The Hyundai Venue is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company and launched in May 2019. It is the smallest and most affordable SUV in Hyundai’s lineup and is positioned below the Kona and Creta.
The Venue is available in a variety of engine and transmission options, including a 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine, and a 1.5L diesel engine. All engines are available with a manual transmission, and the 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine is also available with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The Venue is a popular choice for city driving, because of its compact size and easy maneuverability. It is also relatively fuel-efficient, with a claimed mileage from 17.5 kmpl up to 23.4 kmpl. The Venue is also known for its spacious interior and comfortable ride.
Features & Highlights
- Touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Automatic climate control,
- Rearview camera.
- Higher trims add features such as a wireless charging pad, sunroof
- Powered driver’s seat
- Blind spot monitoring system, a lane departure warning system, and a rear cross-traffic alert system in higher trims
- Stylish and sporty design
- Spacious interior with room for five passengers
- Comfortable ride and handling
- Variety of engine options to choose from
- Available with manual and automatic transmissions
- Standard safety features include six airbags, ABS, and EBD
- Good value for the money
Safety Rating of Hyundai Venue
The Hyundai Venue has a 4-star safety rating from The Australasian New Car Assessment Program, more commonly referred to as ANCAP SAFETY, which is Australia and New Zealand’s independent voice on vehicle safety. More details here: https://www.ancap.com.au/safety-ratings/hyundai/venue/cfd06a
The point to note is that the ANCAP’s testing standards are generally considered to be less stringent than Global NCAP’s testing standards.
ANCAP test video of Hyundai Venue
Points to consider when buying Hyundai Venue
- The Hyundai Venue is available in a variety of trim levels, each with its own set of features and engine options. The base trim level is the E, followed by the S, S+, SX, and SX(O).
- The E trim level is the most affordable, but it also has the least features. The SX(O) trim level is the most expensive, but it also has the most features.
- A few features like 60:40 split seats and rear armrest, rear washer, and wiper are available in top trim only.
- If you do a lot of city driving, the 1.2L petrol might be the most economical. For highway driving, the diesel engine might be better.
Official Video of the Hyundai Venue
Other Similar Car Options to Hyundai Venue
- Kia Sonet
- Tata Nexon
- Mahindra XUV300
- Maruti Suzuki Brezza
- Renault Kiger
Further Readings
- History and details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Venue
- Official Website: https://www.hyundai.com/in/en/find-a-car/venue/highlights
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