Hyundai Venue Safety Rating Out of 5: Is it Safe Enough for You?
Key Highlights
NCAP crash safety ratings are not legally mandated in most countries, but are voluntarily initiated by manufacturers.
The all-new Hyundai Venue has not been scored in Global or Bharat NCAP crash safety tests.
The 2019MY Australian spec Hyundai Venue scored 4 stars in ANCAP.
Hyundai Motor India has several compelling products across a wide price range, among which the all-new Venue makes a strong statement. The subcompact crossover has always been a favourite among the larger majority. Hyundai’s brand image and the Venue’s loaded interiors make it a great alternative to popular names such as the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon and Mahindra XUV 3XO.
The 2026MY Hyundai Venue is available in two formats: standard and N Line. Both aim to attract a different category of buyers rather than being in separate price categories. While the regular Venue showcases a mature styling philosophy, the Venue N-Line aims to be sportier in looks (blacked-out elements), feel (raspier exhaust note) and equipment (such as a different steering wheel). The second-gen Venue, unlike the previous model, is based on the Hyundai-Kia K1 platform that also underpins the Kia Syros. The first-gen ‘QXi’ Hyundai Venue shares its internals with the Kia Sonet.
Hyundai Venue: NCAP Safety Ratings
Hyundai Motor India has yet to send the all-new Venue for Global or Bharat NCAP crash safety tests. Considering the recent trends in similarly equipped vehicles, the second-gen Venue could comfortably score close to 5 stars in Bharat NCAP (which is more aligned with Indian driving standards). Meanwhile, the current-gen Hyundai Verna C-segment sedan set an impressive 5-star rating in both Adult Occupant Protection and Child Occupant Protection in the October 2023 Global NCAP tests.
Coming to foreign markets, the first-gen ‘QX’ Australian spec Hyundai Venue was tested in ANCAP back in December 2019. It secured a respectable 4 stars out of 5: 91% Adult Occupant Protection, 81% Child Occupant Protection, 62% Vulnerable Road User Protection and 62% Safety Assist.
Contrary to popular belief, NCAP safety ratings are not a legal requirement, but are voluntary assessments initiated by manufacturers. A strong NCAP rating is also a great marketing tag.
Hyundai Venue: Safety Features & Highlights
The all-new Hyundai Venue is equipped with Level 2 ADAS — a major reason why it could secure 5 stars or close in Global and Bharat NCAP. The list of ADAS safety features extends to adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, forward collision avoidance, lane keep assist, high beam assist, leading vehicle departure warning, etc. Six airbags are standard, while higher variants receive disc brakes on all wheels, TPMS, hill-start assist, ESC + VSM, surround-view camera + parking sensors and auto-dimming IRVM.
In typical Hyundai/Kia fashion, the Venue is also rich in comfort and convenience equipment. Key highlights include a dual 12.3-inch curved display to house the infotainment touchscreen and multi-function instrument console, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, 8-speaker Bose audio, ventilated front seats, 2-step reclining + 60:40-split rear seat, rear window shades, paddle shifters, drive modes, and more. Colour choices, interior themes and styling elements differ significantly in the Venue N Line.
Hyundai Venue: Specs & Dimensions
The 2026MY Hyundai Venue is available in three choices of powertrain: 1.2-litre Kappa MPi NA petrol 4-cylinder (83ps @ 6,000rpm; 114.7Nm @ 4,200rpm; 5-speed manual), 1.0-litre Kappa turbo GDi petrol 3-cylinder (120ps @ 6,000rpm; 172Nm @ 1,500rpm; 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT) and 1.5-litre U2 diesel 4-cylinder (116ps @ 4,000rpm; 250Nm @ 1,500rpm; 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter). The Venue N Line is offered only with the turbo petrol mill.
The subcompact crossover rides on 16-inch wheels as standard and 17-inchers in N Line avatar. Ground clearance and boot capacity figures hit 190mm and 375 litres respectively. The second-gen Venue is also slightly larger than before and promises an extra 20mm of rear legroom.
Hyundai Venue: Variants & Prices
The latest Hyundai Venue is split into two formats and 3 powertrains, across 11 trims in total (9 standard, 2 N Line). Ex-showroom (Delhi) prices range as follows:
- HX2: ₹8.00-8.90 lakh
- HX4: ₹8.90 lakh
- HX5: ₹9.35-9.89 lakh
- HX5+: ₹10.00-10.18 lakh
- HX6: ₹10.43-10.61 lakh
- HX6T: ₹10.80-10.98 lakh
- HX8: ₹11.91-12.09 lakh
- N6: ₹10.65-11.73 lakh
- N10: ₹15.40-15.58 lakh
A Venue of Acceptance
At present, the Hyundai Venue is arguably the best choice in the sub-4m ‘compact SUV’ segment in terms of equipment and powertrain choices. Carrying a price range spanning close to 10 lakh, there is a Venue variant for everyone. It is also rather surprising to have a diesel variant amid the strict BS6 Phase II emission norms. Level 2 ADAS, loaded interiors, ample performance and multiple trim choices further ensure other players in this segment remain competitive.
FAQs
1. What is the NCAP crash safety rating of the Hyundai Venue?
The current-gen Hyundai Venue has not been tested in any NCAP. The previous-gen Australian spec Venue scored 4 stars in the December 2019 ANCAP.
2. Are the Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet the same car underneath?
Unlike before, the new Hyundai Venue shares its K1 platform with the Kia Syros.
3. Does the Hyundai Venue have a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating?
Hyundai has not tested the new Venue in Bharat NCAP, but from the recent trends in Level 2 ADAS cars, it could receive 5 stars.
4. Which are the main rivals of the Hyundai Venue?
Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Kia Sonet and Kia Syros serve as the main rivals to the Hyundai Venue.
5. Does the Hyundai Venue N Line come in diesel format?
No, the Hyundai Venue N Line is offered only with a 1.0-litre turbo GDi petrol engine, mated to either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT.