By Muhammed Hashim 
First launched in 2019, the Hyundai Venue has worked its way up to the top of the ladder in the fiercely competitive compact SUV segment. Despite the presence of just about every major car marque in this space, the Venue has maintained its impressive sales. There are numerous reasons for this unprecedented success. The Venue offers many ‘wow’ elements in terms of its design, safety, connectivity and convenience, which clearly entices new customers. Its latest avatar has upped its game, and how! Undoubtedly, the Venue is a great amalgamation of fun, fuel-efficient and practical.
Performance-Focused and Fun-to-Drive
In today’s age, while diesel mills are depleting with each passing year, turbo petrol engines are substituting them. However, Hyundai Motor India has been able to offer naturally aspirated petrol, turbo petrol and a diesel mill at the same time. This makes sure that each buyer is able to buy the version which makes the most sense for him/her. Those seeking driving pleasure can opt for the turbo-petrol version with their eyes closed. Putting out a healthy 120 PS and 172 Nm, the 1.0-litre turbo mill makes every drive engaging and very enjoyable. You can opt for this configuration even with the N-Line version, which even gets some sportier styling elements.
Not only that, there’s even a torque-y diesel mill for those who love the oil-burners. The 1.5-litre unit produces 116 PS and 250 Nm of peak power and torque, and is closely related to the 1.5-litre powerplant available on the Creta. In both these iterations, buyers get a pocket rocket which can satisfy the purist in them. However, it is not just about the power and torque figures. Get behind the wheel of the Venue on a highway or around the corners and you will appreciate the handling manners as well as the high-speed stability. All this surely makes it one of the best driver’s cars in this segment.
More Fuel-Efficient than Many Budget Hatchbacks
You would also be happy to know that all the aforementioned performance doesn’t come at a steep cost of fuel efficiency. In fact, it boasts one of the best mileage figures in this category. For the NA petrol mill, the mileage figures revolve around 20.36 km/l, while this number increases to an impressive 24.2 km/l in the diesel version. Even with the performance-focused turbo petrol engine, the fuel economy is about 18.31 km/l. Sure, the real-world mileage will depend on the driving mannerisms, road conditions and AC usage. Still, with such decent numbers, the Venue is certainly better than most products in this section.
I would also like to touch upon another crucial factor under this parameter. Hyundai ensures one of the lowest ownership, repair and service costs in the country. As a result, car owners get a healthy dose of confidence on purchasing any Hyundai car knowing that it won’t be a burden on the pocket during the ownership. I must also mention the resale value. It’s well known that Hyundai cars are in massive demand in the used car market. Knowing that Hyundai service centres are well-spread across the country, people don’t think twice before putting their money on a used Hyundai car. As a result, the Venue enjoys a terrific resale value. This clearly makes the Venue a great choice for new car buyers as one is assured of a handsome value for the vehicle when it’s time to upgrade.
Highly Practical
Finally, the Hyundai Venue sets benchmarks when it comes to practicality. People prefer to opt for SUVs as opposed to sedans or hatchbacks for this very reason. SUVs, in every segment, are immensely practical. This is seen in the kind of modern amenities on offer, the space inside the cabin and boot for those long weekend trips with families, the latest tech and convenience amenities, et al. In this regard, the Hyundai Venue boasts optimised cabin space, and tons of segment-first and segment-best features.
For instance, the two-step reclining rear seats add incredible comfort to the passengers on those long journeys. It can make all the difference to provide the perfect back support on arduous trips. Until a few years ago, we only saw this function on high-end luxury vehicles. The compact dimensions and direct steering even makes it incredibly easy to drive this car in the urban jungle. We even have segment-firsts like Sounds of Nature and Bluelink, which further enhance the overall user experience. But the goodies don’t end here – there’s even a segment-first Level 1 ADAS active safety suite that makes the vehicle a safer choice than its peers in unpredictable Indian traffic. Furthermore, the Venue also carries a dual dashcam on the front windshield which can serve two purposes – road safety and recording personal memories. Right from the handful of cubby holes to comfort-, convenience- and safety-enhancing features, the Hyundai Venue comes across as a highly practical SUV which is even fun as well as fuel-efficient.
