2023 Hyundai Venue: Quick Review

The 2023 Hyundai Venue emerged as a fresh face in the light SUV segment in 2019, balancing urban agility with a suite of modern features.

Designed for the city dweller seeking style and functionality, the 2023 Venue continues to promise an experience that punches above its weight.

Sitting in between the popular i30 hatchback and the slightly larger and face-lifted Hyundai Kona, the Venue offers the best of both worlds as a compact but functional SUV.

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Pricing and Features

The Hyundai Venue starts at an attainable price of $22,000 before on-road costs, with the choice of automatic transmission costing an extra $2k.

At this price point, buyers are treated to an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay, a wireless charger, 15-inch alloy wheels, four speakers, roof rails and premium cloth seats.

Climbing up to the auto-only Active variant for an extra $2250 you’ll get an extra 2 speakers, larger 17-inch alloy wheels, leather upholstery on the steering wheel and gear knob, power-folding mirrors, LED daytime running lights and more.

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The range-topping Elite offers additional luxuries including heated seats, a two-tone paint option, a sunroof (unavailable on the two-tone paint option), a smart key with push-button start and rear privacy glass. By this stage you're spending $28,750 before on-roads.

All grades adopt the same 1.6-litre petrol engine making 90kW and 151Nm, with only the base grade offering the choice of automatic or manual transmission.

The entire range comes with Hyundai's BlueLink telematics system giving drivers some handy features like the ability to lock and unlock doors, wind down windows, start the engine and use climate control remotely.

BlueLink is available on all Venue models for the first five years before being offered as a subscription service thereafter.

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Safety

In 2019 the entire range received a four-star ANCAP rating because the AEB system did not effectively prevent a rear-end crash in testing.

Standard features include automatic emergency braking, forward collision-avoidance assist and lane-keeping assist. The highest trim Elite adds blind-spot collision warning and rear cross-traffic alert.

The Hyundai Venue is covered by a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.

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Key Rivals

The Venue finds competition in:

• Kia Stonic
• Toyota Yaris Cross
• Ford Puma
• CX-3

As with the rest of the segment, manufacturers are using these light SUVs as alternatives to jump into rather than the pond of previously popular light cars that are slowly drying up like the Mazda 2 and Toyota Yaris.

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Should I Put It On My Shortlist?

The 2023 Hyundai Venue is a compelling choice for those in the market for a light SUV.

If you’re not needing a huge amount of space but want the convenience and higher ride height of an SUV then jumping into a Venue may be your ideal choice.

Whether you're navigating city streets or embarking on a weekend getaway, the Venue is ready to accompany you on your journey.