- The second generation Hyundai Venue has debuted in India.
- It adopts a taller and boxier body, and more tech inside the cabin.
- Non-electrified powertrain options are being carried over.
The Hyundai Venue is virtually a global model, as it is available pretty much everywhere in the world besides Europe, which gets the Bayon instead. Six years after its launch, the small SUV enters a new generation in India, with overhauled styling, an incrementally larger footprint and a high-tech cabin.
What Has Changed?
The redesigned exterior adopts a similar stance with the smaller Hyundai Exter, looking less sporty and more rugged compared to its predecessor. At the front, the new split headlights feature “Twin Horn” DRLs, “Quad Beam” LEDs and a full-width bar. These are joined by a boxy grille and an oversized skid plate with a metal finish.
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The profile gains Tucson-style sculpted fenders, shiny C-pillar garnish, and a more upright stance. In fact the new Venue is 48 mm (1.9 inches) taller and 30 mm (1.2 inches) wider than before, with a 2,520 mm (99.2 inches) wheelbase that has been extended by 20 mm (0.8 inches). Still, it retains the 3,995 mm (157.3 inches) length of the first generation in Indian-spec guise.
At the back, the full-width taillights send Opel vibes, and a large skid plate covers most of the rear bumper. The new 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels look rather small for the height of the SUV that has also gained taller roof rails.
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Inside, the centerpiece is a new curved panoramic display, comprising dual 12.3-inch screens. The redesigned dashboard with modern A/C vents and Venue lettering is combined with a new center console that retains physical controls for the HVAC albeit in a modern layout. The steering wheel is also fresh, with a four-dot emblem similar to the Ioniq 5.
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The interior theme is Dark Navy and Dove Grey, complemented by Moon White ambient lighting and leather upholstery for the seats. Practicality has been improved with reclining rear seats, sunshades, and rear A/C vents. Hyundai claims that the new generation offers more legroom thanks to the longer wheelbase and the scooped seatbacks.
Carry Over Powertrains
Despite being labeled as a new generation, powertrain options are being carried over from the outgoing Venue. The Indian lineup is powered by a naturally-aspirated 1.2-liter gasoline engine producing 82 hp (61 kW / 83 PS), a turbocharged 1.0-liter engine with 118 hp (88.3 kW / 120 PS), or a 1.5-liter turbodiesel with 114 hp (85 kW / 116 PS). Depending on the variant, power is transmitted to the front wheels via a manual, a torque converter automatic, or a CVT gearbox.
Hyundai will announce Indian pricing for the new Venue on November 4, likely followed by a gradual roll-out in other markets. At the moment, we don’t know if the second-gen model will reach North America. In any case, any updates would take place for the 2027 MY, as the current model has recently been renewed for 2026.
