The Hyundai Venue facelift is one of the most awaited compact SUVs in the Indian market, and is all set to launch tomorrow after a long wait and dozens of leaks. The older version of the compact SUV has registered excellent sales numbers for the South Korean automaker, and hence the expectations are high for the facelift as well. We have come to know a lot about the car even before the launch of the facelift. In addition, it has the responsibility of carrying forward the legacy of the earlier model.
Hyundai Venue Facelift: Price
The starting price of the Hyundai Venue facelift is expected to be Rs 8 lakh. The starting price of the current model of Hyundai Venue is Rs 7.62 lakh, which goes up to Rs 13.35 lakh for the top variant.
The design of the Hyundai Venue facelift is largely carried over from the previous version of the car, but with more modern updates. The compact SUV carries forward the car’s signature design language with premium and futuristic details. To give it a more attractive look, the SUV has now been updated with a dark grille on the face of the SUV. Also the new grille gives it a wider and more confident look. The rear section of the new Hyundai Venue gets unique vertical design elements along with first-in-segment connecting LED tail lamps. Connecting LED tail lamps extend at the rear and add a futuristic and distinctive look to the overall design, while the hexagonal cut crystal design adds a luxurious yet high-tech touch.
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Hyundai Venue Facelift: Interior & Features
To keep it up to date, the automaker has revamped the interiors to bring in some major changes to the SUV. The SUV is now expected to get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Boese sound system, among other major new changes. To add to the visual appeal, the facelift variant will get a revised center console, steering wheel etc.
Hyundai Venue Facelift: Rivals
The Hyundai Venue facelift will directly compete with existing rivals like Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Vitara SameerNissan Magnite and more.
Hyundai Venue Facelift: Engine
Engine options for the facelifted Hyundai Venue will remain unchanged. The vehicle will be available with three engine options: 1.2L NA petrol, 1.0L turbo-petrol, and 1.5L turbo-diesel. However, a 6-speed IMT or a 6-speed AT with oil burner is likely to be added to the list. Apart from this, the Venue facelift will be available with three transmission options: 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic and 7-speed DCT.