New Hyundai Venue debuts with sharper design, richer features and diesel-AT option
Hyundai Motor India has introduced the all-new generation of its popular compact SUV, the Venue, at an introductory price of Rs. 7.90 lakhs (ex-showroom). The updated model comes with a sharper design, a more premium interior and enhanced features, while retaining the same set of powertrains as the previous version. The new Venue takes on strong competitors such as the Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Skoda Kylaq in the competitive compact SUV segment.
Expanded Line-up and Pricing
The new Venue is available in eight trims – HX2, HX4, HX5, HX6, HX6T, HX7, HX8 and HX10 – priced between Rs. 7.90 lakhs and Rs. 15.69 lakhs. Hyundai has also launched the sportier N Line variants alongside the standard versions, bringing the total number of trims to ten. Dual-tone colour options are offered across select trims for an additional Rs. 18,000.
| Trim | Petrol MT | Turbo Petrol MT | Turbo Petrol DCT | Diesel MT | Diesel AT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HX2 | 7.90 | 8.80 | – | 9.70 | – |
| HX4 | 8.80 | – | – | – | – |
| HX5 | 9.15 | 9.74 | 10.67 | 10.64 | 11.58 |
| HX6* | 10.43 | – | 11.98 | – | – |
| HX6T* | 10.70 | – | – | – | – |
| HX7* | – | – | – | 12.51* | – |
| HX8* | – | 11.81 | 12.85 | – | – |
| HX10* | – | – | 14.56 | – | 15.51 |
| N6* (N Line) | – | 10.55 | 11.45 | – | – |
| N10* (N Line) | – | – | 15.30 | – | – |
| Dual-tone options available at Rs. 18,000 extra. |
Design and Dimensions
The new-generation Venue adopts a boxier and more upright stance, growing 48 mm taller, 30 mm wider, and featuring a 20 mm longer wheelbase than the outgoing version. Design highlights include LED light bars at the front and rear, squared-off wheel arches, 16-inch alloys and dark chrome detailing.
Eight exterior colour options are available, including Abyss Black, Atlas White, Dragon Red, Hazel Blue, Mystic Sapphire and Titan Grey, with select dual-tone options. The N Line variant stands out with red accents, unique bumpers, dual exhausts, N Line badging and sportier alloy wheels.
Interior and Features
Inside, the Venue has undergone a significant transformation, offering a dual 12.3-inch screen setup, a revised dashboard and centre console, three-spoke steering wheel and premium blue-beige interiors with white ambient lighting.
Feature upgrades include ventilated front seats, Level 2 ADAS, 360-degree camera, electronic parking brake with auto hold, drive and traction modes, rear window sunshades and an 8-speaker Bose audio system. The N Line interior sports an all-black cabin with red stitching, a sportier steering wheel and red ambient lighting.
Powertrain Options and Mileage
The new Venue continues with three familiar engines:
- 1.2-litre petrol (83 HP, 5-speed MT)
- 1.0-litre turbo-petrol (120 HP, 6-speed MT / 7-speed DCT)
- 1.5-litre diesel (116 HP, 6-speed MT / new 6-speed AT)
This time, the diesel variant gains an automatic gearbox, broadening its appeal. Claimed fuel efficiency figures are up to 20.99 km/l (diesel MT), 17.90 km/l (diesel AT), 18.05 km/l (petrol MT), 18.74 km/l (turbo-petrol MT) and 20 km/l (turbo-petrol DCT).
With its fresh styling, feature-rich interior and refined mechanicals, the new Hyundai Venue aims to strengthen its foothold in India’s compact SUV market.
