All-New Hyundai Venue and Venue N Line Make Global Debut in India. New Entry to the SDV Segment.
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has taken the wraps off the all-new Hyundai Venue and the sportier Venue N Line, marking their global debut in India. The launch represents a major step in Hyundai's SUV evolution, with both models offering bold new designs, advanced technology, and enhanced performance, all built on Hyundai's upgraded Global K1 platform. The latest K1 platform promises a strengthened build and superior driving dynamics.
Exterior Highlights
The new Venue has grown in every dimension; it's taller and wider than before, with a longer 2520 mm wheelbase. The front fascia now features quad-beam LED headlamps, twin LED DRLs, and a dark chrome grille, while the rear gets connected horizon LED tail lamps for a futuristic appeal.
The Venue features a new wheel design sporting R15 and R16-inch steel wheels, and also R16 diamond cut alloy wheels. The wheel variants are available as per the variants.
Hyundai's new design language gives the SUV a more muscular, upright look, complemented by bridge-type roof rails, a signature C-pillar garnish, and an in-glass VENUE emblem. The design reflects elements from the Creta, Exter and Ioniq 5, giving the Venue a distinct upmarket and sophisticated look.
Interior Highlights
Inside, the all-new Venue has also gone for an overhaul. With dark blue and grey interiors, the Venue is more spacious than before. The highlights include the dual 12.3-inch curved panoramic displays, one for infotainment and one for the instrument cluster, paired with Hyundai's Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system, powered by NVIDIA for smoother graphics and faster processing. This again seals the fact that the Venue has joined the trend of SDVs, i.e. Software Driven Vehicle.
Additional cabin upgrades include:
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with Venue branding
- 2-step reclining rear seats and rear window sunshade
- Coffee table-inspired centre console with surround ambient lighting
- Premium terrazzo-textured crash pad and moon-white ambient lighting
Technology Highlights
Hyundai has revamped the Venue on all levels to keep up with the competition and make the Venue's presence felt. Now the Venue gets up to 20 controllers capable of over-the-air (OTA) updates, ensuring its future-readiness. The SUV packs 70+ Blue Link connected features, a Bose 8-speaker system, front ventilated seats, a voice-enabled smart sunroof, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Safety Highlights
Hyundai has left no stone unturned. The Venue comes with over 65 advanced safety features, including 33 standard safety features across all variants. The Venue is here to reinstate its segment leader position, it seems. Built with 71% high-strength steel, it incorporates ADAS Level 2 with 16 intelligent driver-assistance features such as Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist, and Blind Spot View Monitor. Other key safety additions include:
- 6 airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold
- Surround View Monitor (SVM)
- 3-point seatbelts for all occupants
Engine, Performance, Transmission
The all-new Venue is available with three engine options:
- 1.2L Kappa MPi Petrol that delivers 83 PS of power and 114.7 Nm torque and is available with only a 5-speed Manual transmission option.
- 1.0L Turbo GDi Petrol that delivers 120 PS and 172 Nm torque and is available with a 6-speed Manual and 7-speed DCT transmission options.
- 1.5L U2 CRDi Diesel delivering 116 PS of power and a hefty 250 Nm of torque, and is available with a 6-speed Manual and a new 6-speed Automatic.
This lineup is said to offer a perfect balance between efficiency and driving thrill. Hyundai's refined chassis setup is to ensure improved ride comfort and handling dynamics.
Venue N Line. The Sportier Twin
For enthusiasts, Hyundai has also unveiled the Venue N Line, featuring 32 exclusive upgrades that set it apart. It comes with an N Line-specific bumper design, red exterior highlights, and R17 diamond-cut alloys with red calipers, twin-tip exhaust, and wing-type spoiler.
Inside, the N Line sports black leatherette interiors with red accents, metal pedals, and a performance steering wheel with dedicated control buttons. It retains the same 1.0L Turbo GDi engine, available with both 6-speed manual and 7-speed DCT transmissions, complemented by drive and traction control modes and paddle shifters for a more engaging drive.
In terms of safety, the Venue N-Line is coming with Level 2 ADAS with 21 features apart from the standard safety features.
Variants and Colour Options
The venue introduces a new variant nomenclature for Hyundai called HX, the abbreviation of Hyundai Experience. The Venue will be available across 8 variants namely, HX2, HX4, HX5, HX6, HX6T, HX7, HX8, HX10
The all-new Hyundai Venue will be offered in six monotone and two dual-tone shades, including new colours like Hazel Blue, Dragon Red, and Mystic Sapphire. The Venue N Line gets a sportier palette with five monotone and three dual-tone options.
Pricing
The Hyundai Venue has been launched at an introductory price of 7,89,900 for the base HX2 1.2-litre N. A petrol variant, 8,79,900 for the HX4 variant and 9,14,900 for the HX5 variant. While we are yet to know the extensive price list it is safe to say that Hyundai's pricing is as competitive as ever, and the Venue is here to challenge multiple contenders in the sub-4 metre SUV market.