No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Hyundai Venue Review Finding a low-priced car usually means giving up some features and equipment. But the Hyundai Venue doesn’t do that. When fully equipped, it costs around $25,000. Even though it looks small from the outside, the Venue is a great car for city dwellers because it has a comfortable, roomy interior for an SUV. However, the Little Hyundai That Could’s 121-horsepower engine has trouble reaching freeway speeds, which makes passing at high speeds very difficult. Although it will take longer to pass, you’ll have more time to enjoy the many standard safety and technology features. In contrast to the Nissan Kicks, which has similar features and a little more power, the Venue only comes with front-wheel drive. Competitors like the Mazda CX-30 and Volkswagen Taos perform better than the cheap Hyundai in at least one area despite being more expensive. You pay for what you get. What's New? In addition to Green Apple being replaced by Mirage Green, the Venue has remained unchanged this year. Pros and Cons Pros Being small makes parking easier. Not expensive to start. Easily accessible entertainment. Cons It’s small on the outside and inside. It seems weak and overly simplistic. Sluggish and noisy acceleration. Engine, Transmission, and Performance Every Venue is equipped with a 121-hp four-cylinder engine that provides adequate performance for city driving, but it struggles with passing power on the highway. One type of transmission is available: a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Any buyer hoping for an all-wheel drive will be let down as all models only have front-wheel drive. We learned that the Venue subcompact SUV is easy to get around in traffic because it is small and has responsive steering while driving around Miami. Although the steering was responsive on the highway, it took constant adjustments to keep the car in its lane. After looking at this, I think the tiny Hyundai is better for short trips than long ones. Safety Driving assistance technology is standard on all Hyundai models. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on all models, starting with the mid-level SEL. Key safety features include Standard forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. Automatic lane-keeping assist and lane departure warning. Typical attention tracker for drivers. Internal and External Cargo Capacity Although the Venue is a small boat, its cabin is quite big. Front and back seats have plenty of room for people, and the cushions in both rows are very comfortable. The design is understated, featuring a well-assembled interior enhanced by durable switchgear and an appealing gauge cluster along with an advanced infotainment system. The SEL trim has luxury features that are only found on the Limited, like heated front seats, passive entry, and a shift knob and steering wheel wrapped in leather. Shamefully, there is no head-up display, heated steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, or front seats that can be adjusted electrically. A center-console armrest comes with base models. Wireless charging works with the Limited trim. Strangely, you can’t order the optional sunroof with the Limited trim. Regardless, the Venue’s interior is comfortable, and the back seats can be folded down to create 19 cubic feet of space for cargo. Volume goes up to 32 cubes when the back seat is folded flat. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG According to estimates, the Venue will get 29 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Somewhat less than the Nissan Kicks’ estimated 31 city and 36 highway mpg. We tested the Venue at 75 mph as part of our thorough testing. The Audi Venue got 31 mpg, which is two mpg less than the highway rating from the EPA. Infotainment and Connectivity An easy-to-use 8.0-inch touchscreen that works with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard in all Venues. Our inputs are quickly processed by the infotainment system’s visually appealing menus. For your convenience, the volume and tuning knobs are located below the screen. For those who want it, the SEL and Limited models come with navigation systems that deliver real-time traffic updates. An audio system with six speakers comes standard on all trim levels. Range, Charging, and Battery Life Using our test equipment, a Venue went from 0 to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds, which is pretty slow. Price and How to Choose The best choice is the Limited trim level. In addition to the features of the other two models, it has a special Denim appearance package that includes dark blue paint, a standout white roof, and dark blue upholstery with denim-like inserts on the seats. Interior navigation, heated front seats, and 17-inch wheels are also standard on the Limited trim level.
