2023 Hyundai Venue

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Hyundai's smallest SUV, the Venue, packs a lot into a very compact package. It excels at everyday tasks and is comfortable enough to take on a road trip. It's a great value and comes with most of the latest safety and technology features. If you want something more practical and stylish than a subcompact sedan, it'll be worth your time to check out the Venue.Read full review

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2023 Hyundai Venue Review

byChristian Wardlaw^{Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.}

rating written byRex Tokeshi-Torres^{Associate Manager, Vehicle Testing and Operations
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Pros

Impressive features and equipment for the money
Easy to get into and out of for its size
Simple control layout

Cons

Engine lacks refinement at higher speeds
Venue does not offer all-wheel drive
Small inside, even for the subcompact SUV segment

What's new

Several features are now standard
New rear seat reminder system included on all Venues
Part of the first Venue generation introduced for 2020

Overview

When you're short on cash, you face a choice: Keep driving your old car and repairing it when it breaks down, or get a loan and take on payments for a new car that will likely give you trouble-free motoring for years. That's where the 2023 Hyundai Venue shines brightest, serving as an entry-level vehicle with a sense of style, some extra utility, modern technology and a long warranty. And now that the company has sent its Accent sedan off to that big automotive scrapyard in the sky, the Venue is the most affordable way to buy a new Hyundai.

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Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$122/mo

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Hyundai calls the 2023 Venue a crossover SUV, but it doesn't offer all-wheel drive or much in the way of extra ground clearance. Plus, it has barely enough power to accelerate out of its own way, so towing or carrying lots of cargo is ill-advised. However, the Venue offers plenty of value thanks to a generous list of features, excellent warranty and free scheduled maintenance program. Plus, like other Hyundai models, the Venue displays uncommon quality for the price.

There are other low-priced SUVs available, such as the Kia Soul, Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR, but the Venue deserves serious consideration in its segment. Check out our test team's Expert Rating for a detailed review of the Venue's performance, comfort and more.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Average

7.4

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Performance

7/10

How does the Venue drive? From behind the wheel, the Venue is perfectly adequate across the board. You'll have no issue commuting, running errands, or taking a cruise to the beach or lake. Acceleration is about average for this class, which is not fast by most accounts. At our test track, the Venue needed 9.4 seconds to get up to 60 mph.

But it's good where it counts for a small city runabout, responding quickly right off the line, with its CVT automatic and easy brakes providing a pretty smooth driving experience overall. It's definitely not an athletic SUV, but its small size keeps it nimble and kind of fun to zip around corners.

Comfort

7/10

How comfortable is the Venue? You might assume based on its small size and low cost of entry that the Venue lacks comfort. Thankfully that's not the case. It's far from a luxurious experience, but the Venue fares well even compared with some larger rivals in its class. The front seats have a nice balance of cushion and support. The rear bench cushion is a bit flat, but there's a good recline to the backrest. Ride comfort can be tricky to maintain in smaller vehicles, but the Venue won't beat you up even on longer trips.

The climate control is single-zone only, which makes sense given the Venue's size, and we found it sufficient for keeping the cabin cool. There is some wind and road noise at highway speeds, but it's nothing out of the ordinary for this class.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The Venue's interior is practical, and passenger space is better than expected given its short length. It achieves this relative spaciousness through its upright seating. As long as you're not much taller than 6 feet, you should find the Venue relatively accommodating in front and cozy but livable in back. The squared-off doors make it pretty easy to get in and out of.

The simplicity of the Venue keeps it easy to use. The 8-inch infotainment touchscreen is bright, responsive and easy to use. All other controls, buttons and knobs are clearly labeled and arranged logically. Forward and side visibility is pretty good, but your over-the-shoulder view is hampered somewhat by the thick rear roof pillars. The available blind-spot warning system certainly helps alleviate this issue when switching lanes.

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Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? The Venue has just the right amount of technology, and it's easy and straightforward to use. The available six-speaker sound system produces surprisingly good sound that's clear and has a nice amount of punch. The 8-inch touchscreen infotainment/navigation system comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. The navigation system is very reminiscent of today's smartphones in look and feel, and real-time traffic information is nice to have.

The advanced safety and driver aids work but seem a bit oversensitive. It's worth noting that adaptive cruise is not offered on the Venue in case that's an important feature on your list.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? The Venue is small, so there's only so much you can physically fit inside. We think it makes excellent use of the space it does have, however. There's 18.7 cubic feet behind the rear seats (31.9 cubic feet with rear seats folded), which we found sufficient for everyday use.

The cargo area offers a couple of cool things: an adjustable load floor and a stowable cargo cover. The loading area has a wide opening and low loading height to make it easy to get things in. Up front, there's a sufficient amount of storage space for your personal items. As for child duty, the Venue's car seat anchor points are clearly marked on the seatback and easy to access. But the lack of rear legroom will make it hard to fit a larger rear-facing child safety seat.

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Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the Venue's fuel economy at 31 mpg combined (29 city/33 highway), a pretty efficient estimate for this class. But we found it tough to match that in our real-world driving. On our highway-heavy 115-mile evaluation route, we averaged a mere 29 mpg. Perhaps it was due to our need to keep up with the flow of California traffic, but we suspect the EPA figures are a bit optimistic for a Venue roaming in the wild.

Value

8.5/10

Is the Venue a good value? Good value? No. We'd call this an excellent value. The Venue is well built and relatively practical. For what you pay, Hyundai packs in a lot of features. Some vehicles start where the Venue tops out on price and don't have the same amount of tech.

Hyundai's warranty is best in class, with five-year/60,000 bumper-to-bumper and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage. Roadside assistance is provided for five years with no mileage limit, and all Hyundais now come with free scheduled maintenance for three years/36,000 miles.

Wildcard

7/10

Is it fun to drive? Not really. The Venue is very utilitarian and that seems to be the core focus. The styling of the Venue is also rather nondescript, blending into the sea of subcompact SUVs. If you want something more distinctive, look elsewhere, at perhaps Mazda's CX-30 or even Kia's Soul or Seltos.

Which Venue does Edmunds recommend?

Of the Hyundai Venue's three trim levels, we think the SEL offers the best blend of value and equipment. It includes desirable upgrades over the base SE trim, such as 17-inch alloy wheels, a power sunroof and additional driver assist features.

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Hyundai Venue models

The 2023 Venue is Hyundai's most affordable crossover SUV. It comes in SE, SEL and Limited trim levels, each equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (121 horsepower, 113 lb-ft of torque). A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) powers the front wheels, and the Venue does not offer an all-wheel-drive system. Standard equipment highlights include:

SE
The base trim level equips the Venue with:

15-inch alloy wheels
Automatic headlights
Power-adjustable exterior mirrors
Remote keyless entry with panic alert
Air conditioning
Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
Cruise control
Height-adjustable driver's seat
Center storage box with sliding armrest
60/40-split folding rear seatbacks
8-inch touchscreen display
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Two front USB charging ports
Four stereo speakers

Additionally, several safety features are standard on the Venue:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
Rear seat reminder (alerts you to check the rear seat before exiting the vehicle)
Automatic high-beam headlights

SEL
The midlevel SEL expands on SE equipment with:

17-inch alloy wheels
Rear disc brakes (can improve stopping capability)
Snow driving mode (can assist with traction in slippery conditions)
Roof rails
Power sunroof
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Automatic climate control
Six-speaker audio system
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

Limited
The Venue Limited has all of the available bells and whistles, including:

LED headlights and taillights
Heated exterior mirrors
Heated front seats
Hands-free keyless entry and push-button start
Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Navigation system
Satellite radio
Hyundai Bluelink (connected and emergency services package)
Two rear USB charging ports
Wireless smartphone charging

Hyundai Venue Reviews

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4.4

27 reviews

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Casual in Denim

My 1st Hyundai, 03/12/2023

2023 Hyundai Venue Limited 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)

I just purchased the Limited Edition (Denim) and am so happy with it. First of all, I don't understand the "professional" reviews that want to compare it with something that cost thousands more and should be amazing for what you just paid! The Venue is an honest, efficient, comfortable small car. SUV? If that means taller hatchback with great visibility then yes, this is the best very …

Wow

Buy one, 01/23/2023

2022 Hyundai Venue Limited 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)

Yes it’s budget friendly but no it does not feel cheap. All the safety features and the styling are put together so well. It looks like it costs more esp on the SEL and up trims. All the latest features and a sunroof included for $23K is unheard of these days. The engine is dual port injection so there won’t be issues like older Hyundais had with carbon buildup. The transmission is the …

Love the car, but had some issues

Jack, 06/16/2023

2023 Hyundai Venue Limited 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)

I've owned a 2023 Venue Limited for the past 2 months. I absolutely love the car. The interior design is sleek and comfortable, the display and connectivity is great. On the slow side when it comes to acceleration, but sport mode can definitely change that (I also came from driving a Veloster turbo...) No sunroof, which isn't a deal breaker to me. Not so roomy in the trunk, however the …

Nice basic SUV

Steve W., 02/09/2022

2022 Hyundai Venue SEL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)

Very nice ride, lots of amenities for the money, comfortable and great on gas. Very affordable for what you get.

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2023 Hyundai Venue Features & Specs

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$19,650
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	31 MPG
Cost to Drive	$122/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	18.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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In the Hyundai SUV lineup, the Kona is the next step up from the Venue. Like the Venue, the Kona is a small SUV, but it's larger and more powerful. Plus, the Kona is available with all-wheel drive, a turbocharged engine option, in a performance-tuned N trim level, and with an electric drivetrain. Overall, the Kona is more versatile than the Venue, but its broader lineup and more extensive list of equipment come with a price.

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Hyundai Venue vs. Kia Soul

Like the Hyundai Venue, the Kia Soul comes only with a four-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive. The Soul's long warranty is similar to what you get with the Venue, and the Kia can swallow more cargo. However, Hyundai offers more generous ownership perks such as complimentary maintenance for three years. The Soul is updated for 2023, though, and now offers more sophisticated technology than the Venue.

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Hyundai Venue vs. Nissan Kicks

With power, performance and a configuration similar to the Hyundai Venue, you'd expect the Nissan Kicks to be comparably priced. However, the Nissan is more expensive and doesn't offer equivalent ownership benefits such as the Hyundai's free scheduled maintenance plan and long warranty coverage. The Kicks is a little roomier for people and cargo, though.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Venue safety features:

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist: Warns you of obstacles ahead and can activate the braking system to avoid a collision.
Lane Keeping Assistance: Warns you when the Venue drifts from its lane and can help to steer it back into its lane.
Blind-Spot Collision Warning: Warns you of vehicles in the Venue's blind spot and illuminates a light in the mirror as an alert.

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Not Tested
Roof Strength Test	Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Good

FAQ

Is the Hyundai Venue a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Venue both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.4 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2023 Venue gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 27 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Venue has 18.7 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Hyundai Venue. Learn more

What's new in the 2023 Hyundai Venue?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 Hyundai Venue:

Several features are now standard
New rear seat reminder system included on all Venues
Part of the first Venue generation introduced for 2020

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Is the Hyundai Venue reliable?

To determine whether the Hyundai Venue is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Venue. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Venue's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2023 Hyundai Venue a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 Hyundai Venue is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 Venue and gave it a 7.4 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2023 Venue gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 27 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Venue is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2023 Hyundai Venue?

The least-expensive 2023 Hyundai Venue is the 2023 Hyundai Venue SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $19,650.

Other versions include:

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $19,650
SEL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $21,400
Limited 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $22,900

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What are the different models of Hyundai Venue?

If you're interested in the Hyundai Venue, the next question is, which Venue model is right for you? Venue variants include SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT), SEL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT), and Limited 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT). For a full list of Venue models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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