Hyundai Venue: A Closer Look at the Compact SUV
The Hyundai Venue is a popular choice in the compact SUV segment. This article focuses on the ‘Active’ variant, highlighting its features and specifications, particularly the 1.2-liter petrol engine model.
Engine and Transmission Options
The Hyundai Venue offers flexibility with both diesel and petrol engine options. Buyers can choose between manual and automatic transmissions. The automatic transmission is available with the petrol engine, but the diesel engine in this variant is offered only with a manual transmission.
The 1.2-liter petrol engine delivers 83 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque, ensuring good performance. Specific details for the diesel engine are also available.
Safety First
Safety is a key highlight of the Hyundai Venue. The car has received a high safety rating, positioning it as one of the safest options in its segment. Standard safety features include ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), and dual airbags. Other important safety features for the Venue include central locking, power locking, impact-sensing door unlock, rear parking sensors, and a reverse parking camera.
Stylish Exterior Design
The Hyundai Venue boasts a very attractive and modern design. The front fascia features a stylish glossy black grille. The car comes with normal headlights, and the turn indicators are placed on the bumper. A distinct black line flows across the front profile, adding to its visual appeal. The ground clearance for the Venue is 195 mm.
At the rear, the car is equipped with a complete tail light setup, a rear wiper, a washer, and a power antenna, which is available in the top model. The side profile of the Venue is also designed to be appealing. The door handles include request sensors for convenience, and the ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are finished in black. The car runs on 15-inch tyres.
Comfortable and Feature-Rich Interior
Inside, the Hyundai Venue offers a comfortable cabin with a dual-tone dashboard, featuring a black and white combination. The seats are upholstered in fabric. For passenger comfort, it provides an automatic climate control system.
The central console houses a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is powered by Harman. This system supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, AUX, and Bluetooth connectivity. It also displays a clear feed from the reverse parking camera, aiding in parking maneuvers.
The steering wheel is multi-functional, with controls for the infotainment system and cruise control. The digital instrument cluster (MID screen) provides useful information such as trip details, average mileage, fuel level, and temperature. Drivers can choose between two drive modes: City and Eco.
For convenience, the interior includes a 12V power outlet and a USB port. There is also dedicated space for placing a mobile phone. The glove box comes with lighting. The passenger side has a vanity mirror, while the driver side features a ticket holder. Power window controls and ORVM adjustments are integrated into the door panels. Please note that rear AC vents are not available in this ‘Active’ variant.
Practicality and Storage
The Hyundai Venue is designed with practicality in mind, offering a boot space of 345 liters. This storage can be expanded by removing the parcel tray as needed. The car includes a spare tyre and a puncture repair kit for emergencies. The turning radius is 5.0 meters, making it easy to maneuver in tight spaces. You will find bottle holders and speaker placements within the door panels.
Pricing and Variants
The Hyundai Venue is available in a total of 7 variants. The starting price for the car is approximately ₹6,19,900.
For the ‘Active’ petrol manual variant, the on-road price in Lucknow is estimated to be around ₹9,00,000. The diesel ‘Active’ variant has an on-road price of approximately ₹10,10,000 in Lucknow. There are also ‘Active Plus’ variants available, which typically cost an additional ₹55,000 to ₹60,000. The Hyundai Venue competes with vehicles like the Maruti Baleno, Tata Altroz, and Hyundai i20.
Key Specifications Overview
- Engine: 1.2-liter Petrol
- Power: 83 PS
- Torque: 113 Nm
- Ground Clearance: 195 mm
- Boot Space: 345 Liters
- Turning Radius: 5.0 meters
- Safety Rating: High (as per segment claim)
- Tyre Size: 15-inch
- Infotainment: 7-inch Touchscreen
- Transmission Options: Manual, Automatic (Petrol only)
- Drive Modes: City, Eco
