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Bold New Design, Premium Cabin, and Upgraded Powertrains
Hyundai Motor India has officially unveiled the second-generation Venue, confirming its India launch for November 4, 2025. Bookings are now open across dealerships and online platforms for a token amount of ₹25,000. The new Venue — Hyundai’s popular sub-4-metre SUV — receives a comprehensive update in exterior design, interior features, and powertrain options, marking a major step forward in the compact SUV segment.
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Design & Exterior
The 2025 Hyundai Venue adopts the brand’s latest global design language, inspired by Hyundai’s larger SUVs such as the Creta and Alcazar. The front fascia features a connected LED light bar stretching across the bonnet line, seamlessly merging with C-shaped LED DRLs. The main headlamp units are positioned lower in the bumper in a split-layout design, framed by black surrounds for a bold, modern look.
The gloss-black grille with chrome inserts adds visual width and presence, while the chunky silver skid plate and re-sculpted lower bumper enhance its SUV character.
From the side, the new Venue carries a more muscular and boxy silhouette, highlighted by pronounced wheel arches, sharp body creases, and newly designed 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels with aero-inspired detailing. The C-pillar now incorporates a rear-quarter glass and a silver insert with “VENUE” badging, while the roof rails have been raised for a more rugged stance.
At the rear, the Venue echoes the front’s connected theme with a full-width LED tail-light bar, bold “VENUE” lettering, and a robust silver skid plate. The look is completed by a shark-fin antenna and a rear wiper, adding to its urban SUV appeal.
Dimensionally, the new Venue measures 3,995 mm in length, around 1,800 mm in width, 1,665 mm in height, and has a 2,520 mm wheelbase — similar to the outgoing model.
The 2025 Venue will be available in six monotone colours — Mystic Sapphire, Hazel Blue, Atlas White, Dragon Red, Titan Grey, and Abyss Black — along with two dual-tone options: Hazel Blue with Black Roof and Atlas White with Black Roof.
Interior, Features & Technology
Inside, the 2025 Venue sports a fresh dual-tone cabin finished in Dark Navy Blue and Dove Grey, complemented by premium leatherette upholstery and a newly layered dashboard design. The cabin exudes a more sophisticated and spacious feel, aligning it closer to Hyundai’s premium SUV lineup.
The highlight is the dual 12.3-inch integrated display setup — one for the digital instrument cluster and another for the infotainment touchscreen — giving the interior a futuristic, high-tech vibe. Hyundai has sensibly retained physical buttons and rotary knobs for essential controls, ensuring ergonomic convenience.
The new steering wheel, featuring a Morse-code “H” motif, adds a subtle design touch inspired by Hyundai’s EV range. Rear-seat passengers benefit from two-step reclining seats, a centre armrest with cup-holders, and rear sunshades, improving long-distance comfort.
Key comfort and convenience features include:
- Ventilated front seats
- Moon-white ambient lighting
- Wireless smartphone charging
- 360-degree camera with front parking sensors
- Electronic parking brake with Auto Hold
- Bose 8-speaker sound system
Safety and driver-assist technologies receive a major boost. The new Venue offers Level-2 ADAS on higher trims, which includes features like forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and driver attention warning. Standard safety features across all variants include six airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-Hold Assist, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and ISOFIX child seat mounts.
Powertrain & Variants
Hyundai continues with the tried-and-tested engine lineup but adds new and refined transmission choices:
- 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine — 83 PS, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox
- 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine — 120 PS, offered with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT
- 1.5-litre diesel engine — 116 PS, available with a 6-speed manual or new 6-speed torque converter automatic
The new Venue lineup follows Hyundai’s latest “HX” nomenclature, comprising eight variants — HX2, HX4, HX5, HX6, HX6T, HX7, HX8, and HX10.
This wide spread ensures flexibility for buyers, catering to both urban users seeking convenience and enthusiasts preferring manual control.
Pricing & Launch Outlook
The 2025 Hyundai Venue will be launched in India on November 4, 2025, with ex-showroom prices expected between ₹8 lakh and ₹14 lakh. Bookings are now open at a refundable deposit of ₹25,000, both online and at Hyundai dealerships.
Key Strengths & Considerations
Strengths:
- Significant upgrades in design, features, and technology elevate the Venue to near-premium SUV territory.
- Introduction of Level-2 ADAS, dual 12.3-inch displays, and ventilated seats make it one of the most feature-rich models in its class.
- Multiple engine and transmission options, including diesel automatic, enhance its versatility for Indian buyers.
- Hyundai’s extensive service network and strong resale value further add to its appeal.
Considerations:
- Rear-seat space and boot capacity may still trail segment leaders like the Tata Nexon and Kia Sonet.
- DCT reliability in Indian conditions continues to be a user concern; Hyundai has reportedly improved cooling and software calibration.
- Premium features may be restricted to higher variants, increasing overall cost for fully loaded trims.
Market Context & Competition
The Hyundai Venue competes in India’s intensely contested sub-4-metre compact SUV segment, facing rivals such as the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Kia Sonet, and Mahindra XUV300.
With its refreshed styling, dual-screen layout, and Level-2 ADAS, Hyundai is positioning the 2025 Venue as a tech-forward and premium alternative in the space, appealing to both urban millennials and family buyers.
Conclusion
The 2025 Hyundai Venue marks a major evolution in Hyundai’s compact SUV strategy. It brings together bold exterior styling, premium interiors, and advanced technology — offering a near-luxury experience in the compact SUV bracket.
By combining multiple powertrains, upgraded safety systems, and segment-leading connectivity features, Hyundai aims to strengthen the Venue’s leadership in India’s most competitive SUV category. With bookings underway and launch just around the corner, the new Venue is poised to be one of the most significant compact SUV debuts of 2025.
For bookings and more details, visit: Hyundai India Official Website