Imagine pulling up to your favorite coffee spot in a compact SUV that's turned heads with its bold new face, packed with tech that feels like the future, and backed by mileage that stretches your wallet further. That's the magic the new Hyundai Venue is creating for thousands of Indian families.
Launched on November 4, 2025, this second-generation compact SUV has shattered expectations by clocking over 32,000 bookings in just one month since bookings opened on October 24. With Hyundai India's November sales hitting 66,840 units, the Venue is proving it's more than a facelift—it's a market dominator.
Booking Frenzy: What’s Driving the 32,000+ Milestone?
Hyundai opened bookings for the new Hyundai Venue at Rs 25,000, and the response has been electric. Deliveries kicked off in late November from Hyundai's new Pune plant, and the numbers speak volumes:
- 32,000+ bookings in 30 days – a testament to strong pre-launch buzz
- November 2025 Hyundai sales: 66,840 units total, with Venue leading the charge
- Pricing starts at Rs 7.90 lakh (ex-showroom), making it accessible yet premium
This surge reflects Indian buyers' love for compact SUVs that blend style, safety, and substance without breaking the bank.
Bold New Design: Front to Back Refresh
The new Hyundai Venue sheds its old skin with a dramatically updated look that's taller (48mm more), wider (30mm extra), and measuring 3995mm long, 1800mm wide, 1665mm tall with a 2520mm wheelbase. Boot space grows to 375 litres from 350.
Key exterior upgrades:
- New front end: LED bonnet strip, connected DRLs wrapping headlamps, prominent grille, skid plates
- Rear refresh: Connected LED taillights with black panels, new alloy wheels
- Functional additions: Roof rails for practicality
Sporty Venue N Line: Exclusive Enhancements
The Venue N Line amps up the excitement with performance styling:
- N Line exclusive bumper with red highlights
- Dark chrome radiator grille, body-coloured wheel arch cladding
- 17-inch alloys with N emblem, disc brakes with red calipers
- Wing-type spoiler, twin-tip exhaust for aggressive stance
Luxurious Interior: Tech-Heavy Cabin
Step inside the new Hyundai Venue, and it's a tech haven with dual 12.3-inch curved panoramic displays (infotainment + cluster):
- Dual-tone navy & dove grey theme, coffee-table centre console
- Ambient Moon White lighting, D-cut steering wheel, terrazzo crash pad
- 8-speaker Bose system, ventilated front seats, reclining rear seats (2 steps), rear AC vents, electric 4-way driver seat, rear sunshade
Powertrains: Efficient and Varied Choices
Three engines, three transmissions for every need:
|
Engine |
Transmission |
Mileage (claimed) |
Variants |
|
1.2L Kappa MPi Petrol |
Manual |
18.05 kmpl |
HX2, HX4, HX5, HX6, HX6T, HX8, HX10 |
|
1.0L Turbo GDi Petrol |
Manual/DCT |
20 kmpl |
Turbo variants across range |
|
1.5L CRDi Diesel |
Manual/AT |
20.99 kmpl (MT) / 17.9 kmpl (AT) |
HX2, HX5, HX7, HX10 |
N Line exclusive: 1.0L Turbo GDi petrol.
Safety First: 65+ Features, Level-2 ADAS
Over 65 safety features (33 standard) set a new benchmark:
- 6 airbags, ABS, ESC, hill-start assist, TPMS standard
- Level-2 ADAS: Forward collision avoidance, lane keep/follow, adaptive cruise, blind-spot view monitor
- 360° camera, electronic parking brake with auto-hold, all-disc brakes
Why the New Hyundai Venue is Winning Hearts
The Venue's success isn't luck—it's a perfect storm of:
- Aggressive pricing from Rs 7.90-15.69 lakh across 25+ variants
- Bigger, bolder design with 375L boot
- Tech-loaded cabin with dual screens, Bose audio, ventilated seats
- Proven efficiency up to 20.99 kmpl diesel
- Top safety with ADAS in a sub-4m SUV
As Hyundai's volume leader, the new Venue is redefining compact SUV expectations in India. With waiting periods already stretching a month, it's clear buyers are voting with their wallets. If you're eyeing a feature-rich, safe, stylish daily driver under Rs 15 lakh, the Hyundai Venue demands a test drive.
