Engineering:Hyundai Venue

Short description: Subcompact crossover SUV

Hyundai Venue
2022 Hyundai Venue Preferred (Canada)
Overview
Manufacturer	Hyundai
Production	2019–present
Model years	2020–present (North America) 2024–present (Middle East)
Assembly	South Korea: Ulsan (Ulsan Plant 3) India: Chennai (HMIL) Taiwan: Hukou, Hsinchu (SYM)
Designer	Chan-Hee Lee, Duck-Hyun Hwang and Goo Lee
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Hyundai-Kia K2
Related	Hyundai Accent (HC) Kia Sonet
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.0 L Kappa II T-GDi I3 1.2 L Kappa II MPi I4 1.6 L Gamma II MPi I4 1.6 L Smartstream MPi I4 1.6 L Smartstream DPi I4 Diesel: 1.4 L U II CRDi I4 1.5 L U II CRDi I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual 6-speed clutchless manual 6-speed automatic 7-speed DCT CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,520 mm (99.2 in) (QX) 2,500 mm (98.4 in) (QXi)
Length	4,040 mm (159.1 in) (QX) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) (QXi)
Width	1,770 mm (69.7 in)
Height	1,565–1,585 mm (61.6–62.4 in) (QX) 1,605 mm (63.2 in) (QXi)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight	1,112–1,251 kg (2,452–2,758 lb) (QX) 1,050 kg (2,310 lb) (QXi)

The Hyundai Venue (Korean: 현대 베뉴) is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. The Venue debuted at the 2019 New York International Auto Show as Hyundai's smallest global crossover, prior to the introduction of other smaller SUVs such as the Casper and Exter.

(As of 2023), the Venue is positioned between the Kona or Creta, and above the Exter or Casper in Hyundai's international crossover lineup. It shares its platform with the fifth-generation Accent.

Overview

Two versions of the Venue were developed and produced for different markets. The Korean-made Venue is code named QX or QX1, while the Indian-oriented, internally code named as QXi, is shorter in length and wheelbase than the Korean version.

The Venue is not marketed in Europe in favour of the European-focused, Hyundai i20-based Bayon which was introduced in 2021.

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  Rear view

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  Interior

Markets

India (QXi)

The Venue was launched on May 21, 2019, in India and was initially available in 5 trim levels: E, S, SX, SX+, and SX(O). As of December 2019, bookings had crossed the 100,000 mark.

In the Indian market, the Venue occupies the sub-4 metre SUV category, benefiting from the Indian tax advantages for cars shorter than 4 metres. The length is reduced by 45 mm (1.8 in) to achieve the sub-4 metre mark by fitting a less protruding rear bumper. The Venue is powered by a 1.2-litre 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) and 115 N⋅m (11.7 kg⋅m; 84.8 lb⋅ft) of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, and a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged GDI petrol engine that offers 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) and 172 N⋅m (17.5 kg⋅m; 127 lb⋅ft) of torque. The turbo petrol exclusively gets an option of a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and a 6-speed manual as well.

The 1.4-litre diesel engine, which the Venue was originally launched with, was replaced by a 1.5-litre Bharat Stage 6-compliant diesel engine in March 2020. The larger engine produces 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) and 240 N⋅m (24.5 kg⋅m; 177 lb⋅ft) of torque, which is 10 hp and 20 Nm more than the 1.4-litre engine's output. The 1.5-litre diesel engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

In July 2020, a 6-speed manual transmission without a clutch option was introduced for the 1.0-litre engine. It is marketed as iMT technology. It functions with an intention sensor on the gear lever, hydraulic actuator, and transmission control unit (TCU). The TCU receives a signal from the lever intention sensor, indicating the driver’s intention to change gears, which then sends a signal to engage the hydraulic actuator forming hydraulic pressure. The hydraulic pressure is then sent to the concentric slave cylinder (CSC) through the clutch tube. The CSC uses this pressure to control the clutch and pressure plate, thereby engaging and disengaging the clutch.

Facelift

In 2022, Hyundai launched the refreshed version of Venue in India in June 2022. It received a redesigned front and rear fascia, digital instrument cluster, and added equipment list. The N Line variant was added in August 2022. The facelifted Venue is exported to the Middle East since January 2023.

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  2022 Hyundai Venue (India, facelift)

North America

In the North American market, the Venue is powered by the 1.6-litre Smart stream gasoline straight-four engine producing 121 hp (123 PS; 90 kW) and 113 lb⋅ft (153 N⋅m) of torque. Both a 6-speed manual transmission (available only on base SE trim) and an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) will be available (the latter is standard on the SEL and Denim, optional on the SE), and the Venue is available exclusively with front-wheel drive (FWD). Trim levels are base SE and up-level SEL. The manual transmission was discontinued for the 2021 model year due to low sales.

Standard features on all Venue trim levels include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assistance with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Attention Warning, and an 8-inch display infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. Available options include Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning, LED lamps, alloy wheels, sunroof, two-tone roof, navigation, Hyundai Blue Link technology, a 6-speaker audio system, and roof side rails. There is also a lifestyle version called the Venue Denim, only available in Denim Blue with a White roof combined with a Denim and light gray leatherette interior. The Denim was renamed to the Limited trim after 2021.

Australia

Launched in September 2019, Australian-bound Venues come in three grades consisting of Go, Active & Elite, and sit below the dimensionally larger Hyundai Kona. A 'Launch Edition' grade based on the Elite was also initially available and limited to 100 units, featuring unique exterior colours and a power sunroof. All are powered by the 1.6-litre Gamma inline-four petrol engine available with a 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission depending on the variant.

For the Australian market, the Venue acts as an indirect replacement for the fourth-generation Hyundai Accent, due to the lack of right-hand-drive fifth-generation Accent production from South Korea for the time being. The entry price for the Venue has been kept low in order to maintain future entry-level customers.

New Zealand

The Venue was launched in New Zealand on 7 December 2019, with two grades: Entry and Elite; it is powered by a 1.6-litre Gamma petrol engine paired only to a 6-speed automatic.

GCC

The Venue was launched in the GCC countries in January 2023. It is powered by the 1.6-litre petrol engine and it is offered in three grades; SEL, SE, and Limited.

Vietnam

The Venue was launched in Vietnam on 16 December 2023, with two variants, powered by a 1.0-litre T-GDi turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Safety

In 2021, the IIHS awarded the Hyundai Venue a Top Safety Pick Key award, and NHTSA rated it at four out of five stars for safety, with one star deducted due to rollover and front risk ratings of four stars. Safety features include six airbags, an electronic stability control system, a vehicle stability management system, a forward collision warning alarm, a pedestrian detection warning alarm, blind-spot detection, and rear cross-traffic assistance. The active lane-keeping assistance, automatically adjustable high beams LED headlights, and blind-spot detection are standard in all SEL trims. The Hyundai Venue has had 1 recall for seat belt pre-tensioners, with 72,142 units at risk, due to risk of explosion.

IIHS scores

Small overlap front (Driver)	Good
Small overlap front (Passenger)	Good
Moderate overlap front	Good
Side (original test)	Good
Roof strength	Good
Head restraints and seats	Good
Headlights	Acceptable Marginal	varies by trim/option
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle)	Superior	optional
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle)	Superior	standard
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day)	Superior	optional
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day)	Advanced	standard
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use	Acceptable

Powertrain

QX models

Model	Year	Transmission	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) (official)
Petrol
1.6 L Gamma MPi	2019–present	6-speed manual 6-speed automatic	123 PS (90 kW; 121 hp) at 6,300 rpm	15.4 kg⋅m (151 N⋅m; 111 lbf⋅ft) at 4,850 rpm	11.2 s (manual) 11.4 s (automatic)
1.6 L Smartstream MPi		6-speed manual CVT	123 PS (90 kW; 121 hp) at 6,300 rpm	15.7 kg⋅m (154 N⋅m; 114 lbf⋅ft) at 4,500 rpm	11.2 s
1.6 L Smartstream DPi		CVT	123 PS (90 kW; 121 hp) at 6,300 rpm	15.6 kg⋅m (153 N⋅m; 113 lbf⋅ft) at 4,500 rpm

QXi models

Model	Year	Transmission	Power	Torque
Petrol
1.0 L Kappa II T-GDi	2019–present	6-speed manual 6-speed clutchless manual 7-speed DCT	120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) at 6,000 rpm	17.5 kg⋅m (172 N⋅m; 127 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,000 rpm
1.2 L Kappa II MPi		5-speed manual	83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) at 6,000 rpm	11.7 kg⋅m (115 N⋅m; 85 lbf⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm
Diesel
1.4 L U II CRDi	2019–2020	6-speed manual	90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 4,000 rpm	23.5 kg⋅m (230 N⋅m; 170 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–2,750 rpm
1.5 L U II CRDi	2020–present	6-speed manual	100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) at 4,000 rpm	24.5 kg⋅m (240 N⋅m; 177 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–2,750 rpm

Sales

Global sales

Year	Venue QX	Venue QXi	Total
2019	37,454	74,324	111,778
2020	56,305	88,531	144,836
2021	70,015	115,705	185,720
2022	67,998

Regional sales

Year	India	South Korea	United States
2019	70,443	16,867	1,077
2020	82,428	17,726	19,125
2021	108,007	13,496	28,653
2022	120,703	8,425	27,094
2023	129,278		28,009