2024 Hyundai Venue driving through the city 

Hyundai Venue Model Research

The Hyundai Venue is a fun, sporty, and affordable subcompact SUV that seats up to five people. This vehicle takes a unique 'small SUV' approach to aesthetics from the brand, following a scaled-back theme of the Palisade. With newer models starting under $20,000 and offering decent standard features and performance, you can't go wrong in choosing a Venue. Of course, there are things we want you to know before making any final decisions, so continue reading.

2024 Hyundai Venue interior 

Hyundai Venue vs. The Competition

When comparing the Hyundai Venue model to others in its class, it goes without saying it's fierce competition. You could compare this five-seater to the Kia Soul, the Nissan Kicks, and even the Buick Envista, although its value is where it wins the battle. Placing the Venue and Kia Soul side by side, you see the Venue's newer releases boast 121 horsepower, a perky 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine, up to 29 city / 33 highway MPG estimates, and three distinct trim levels. The Kia Soul boasts slightly better horsepower (147 ponies) but costs more money and is not ranked as high in safety.

The Nissan Kicks offers you about the same horsepower with 122, a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine, and costs a couple thousand more than the Venue on average. Many don't like the Kicks for its laggy performance, while the Hyundai Venue continues to be ranked well for its reliable driving performance. Lastly, comparing the Buick Envista to the Venue, the Envista offers drivers the most expensive MSRP of the group, 137 horsepower, a relatively small 1.2-liter 3-cylinder engine, and 28 city / 32 highway MPG fuel ratings.

Verdict: Most people prefer the Hyundai Venue because of its low pricing, reliable performance, and sporty exterior.

Learn About the Hyundai Venue

The Hyundai Venue model was first launched in 2019 and has joined fellow subcompacts like the Hyundai Kona. With the Venue SUV, you have the perfect starter car, offering seating for up to five passengers, as well as standard features like:

  • 31 MPG Combined, 29 City/33 Hwy
  • 121-horsepower 1.6-liter DPI 4-cylinder engine
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Ped)
  • Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
  • Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
  • 8-inch color touchscreen display audio

You may also want to know that in the last couple of years, the Hyundai Venue has become an IIHS Top Safety Pick nameplate, scoring exceptionally high in crash-worthiness and driver-assistance technology. All new Hyundais also include Hyundai SmartSense, a comprehensive suite of sensors, cameras, and assistance technology to offer you an extra set of eyes on the road.

2024 Hyundai Venue parked rear view 

Find Your Hyundai Venue at Hyundai of Saco

With this Hyundai Venue model page complete, there is no better time to visit the team at Hyundai of Saco to test drive one of our countless Venue models available for sale. We have plenty of new and used inventory waiting for you, and we'll be here to answer any additional questions you have regarding the nameplate. See you soon!