Hyundai Venue Review 2025 & Design Revealed – Hyundai Venue Old vs New Compared

Yes, the Hyundai Venue has been fully revealed in its 2025 avatar, and yes—it looks quite different from the outgoing model. From a sharper exterior, taller stance, technology-packed cabin to the same engine options carried over, the new Venue is poised to give buyers in India a compelling upgrade.

Let’s dig into what’s new, what’s carried over, where this leaves the car in its segment—and how it stacks up against its predecessor.

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Why the 2025 Hyundai Venue matters

If you’re on the lookout for a sub-4-metre SUV in India and the Hyundai Venue was already on your radar, the 2025 version nearly resets the expectations. Hyundai has taken what worked from the previous Venue, kept the same engine line‐up, but given it a major styling, feature and cabin overhaul.

For those wanting something fresh but familiar (and within that very crowded compact SUV zone), this one deserves attention.

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Exterior makeover: Hyundai Venue old vs new

Let’s talk visuals first—because the changes here are immediate.

Front end & fascia

The new Hyundai Venue front face is far bolder compared to the older version. It now features a wide, rectangular grille with thick horizontal slats, and the LED DRL (daytime running lights) form a full‐width bar or “C”-shaped motif around the main headlamp cluster.

The outgoing Venue had a smaller mesh‐pattern grille and more rounded headlamp layout.
Underneath, the new bumper is chunkier, with a pronounced silver skid plate that gives the SUV a more rugged look. The older model was more subtle.

Side profile

From the side, the 2025 Hyundai Venue wears sharper character lines; the body panels are more sculpted, the wheel arches squared off rather than softly rounded. Hyundai has introduced silver C-pillar inserts (with “VENUE” badging) and taller roof rails to boost the SUV vibe. The outgoing Venue had fewer creases, more rounded wheel arches and no silver C-pillar trim.

Rear design

At the back, the new Venue features connected LED tail lights housed in a gloss-black panel, with the “VENUE” lettering integrated into it—much more premium than the old badge placement (which sat below the tail-light strip). The new bumper is chunkier again, with a larger silver skid plate. The older model was more modest in rear styling.

Dimensional changes

Just to add some numbers: the 2025 Venue is slightly wider (by ~30 mm), taller (by ~48 mm) and has a longer wheelbase (~20 mm) compared to the older model—though length remains 3,995 mm to keep it within the sub-4-m class.

Basically: more presence, more cabin space, same official “sub-4-metre” tag.

Interior: from good to premium feel

If the exterior got a bold upgrade, the cabin of the new Hyundai Venue takes a big leap forward.

Dashboard and layout

The new Venue sports a layered dashboard design with straighter lines (vs the older rounded scheme). Hyundai uses a dual-tone theme (Dark Navy Blue + Dove Grey) for a more up-market feel, while the older model stuck mostly to black/grey.

Screens & controls

The headline: dual 12.3-inch curved screens (one for the digital cluster, one for infotainment), in a connected layout. The outgoing model had smaller displays. The steering wheel has also been redesigned: the new one is a 3-spoke unit (instead of the old 4-spoke) and replaces the usual logo with four illuminated dots signalling “H” in morse code. Neat little tech‐detail.

Rear seats & comfort

In the rear, the new Venue introduces 2-step reclining seats, rear sun-shades, armrest with cup-holders, AC vents—all upgrades over the older setup. Legroom improves thanks to the longer wheelbase.

Feature list upgrade

Among the new goodies we have: ventilated front seats, Bose eight-speaker sound system, 360-degree camera, electronic parking brake with auto hold, level-2 ADAS suite, wireless phone charger, keyless entry with push-button start, ambient lighting… and yes, many of these are either brand-new for this model or elevated from the previous Venue.

The older model had a decent list, but these upgrades push it closer to premium territory.

Powertrain & Mechanics: Familiar wood, new polish

One thing Hyundai decided not to meddle with too deeply: the engine line‐up. For the 2025 Hyundai Venue we’re looking at the same three core engines as the outgoing model:

1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol (83 PS)
1.0-litre turbo-petrol (120 PS)
1.5-litre diesel (116 PS) with 250 Nm torque

However—and this is a big “however”—the transmission choices improve: the diesel now gets a 6-speed automatic (torque converter) option, something missing in the older model. So you still get good mechanical familiarity, but with extra convenience.

Pricing, Launch timeline & rivals

The 2025 Hyundai Venue is slated to launch in India on 4 November 2025. Bookings have already opened (token amount ~ ₹25,000).
Expected ex-showroom price: roughly ₹8 lakh to ₹14 lakh (broad estimate) — a bit higher than the outgoing model (which ranged ~ ₹7.26 lakh to ₹12.46 lakh).
As for competition, the field looks like:

Tata Nexon
Kia Sonet
Maruti Brezza
Mahindra XUV 3XO
Renault Kiger
Toyota Taisor
…among others in the sub-4-metre compact SUV space. The new Venue aims to stake a stronger claim.

What this means in practical terms for you

Since we’re chatting like friends, here’s what I’m thinking in real-world “should I or should I wait” terms:

If you currently own the older Hyundai Venue (or similar) and your heart is set on change, this might be a strong reason to wait: you get fresher design, nicer cabin, more tech.
If you’re buying now and can’t wait, the existing Venue is still solid—good value, trustworthy, and you might snag deals when the new one drops.
If you’re shopping in this segment, keep your budget flexible to accommodate the price jump; the new Venue probably won’t be “cheap” in the way the outgoing model was.
Feature-hounds will be pleased: dual screens, level-2 ADAS, better cabin vibe—all checkmarks. If you care less for the tech and more for value, older alternatives might still make sense.
Resale value and brand cache: With this refresh, Hyundai is signalling up-market intent, so the new Venue should age comparatively well—though always remember: Indian roads, usage, maintenance will matter.
One caveat: mechanical familiarity is retained, yes—but we’ll want to see real-world reviews on how the new features hold up (long‐term reliability, service costs, etc.). That’s always part of the “EEAT” (expertise-experience-authority-trust) piece.

Final verdict – Should you care?

Short answer: yes—if you’re in the market now or will be within the next 6-12 months, this 2025 Hyundai Venue deserves serious consideration. It’s more than “just a facelift.” It’s a generational leap in design + tech, while retaining solid core mechanics.

Sure, the price will be higher, and the market is fiercely competitive. But if you want something modern, feature-rich, and not another “same old” compact SUV, this could be your pick. If budget is tight or you don’t care much about bells & whistles, the existing model remains a decent option.

In other words: the new Venue is like ordering your usual pizza, but this time adding the truffle oil and extra toppings. It costs more, you get more—but if you only care about the cheese and tomato, you might be happy with the standard version.

FAQs about the 2025 Hyundai Venue

Q1: When will the 2025 Hyundai Venue launch in India?
A1: The official launch is scheduled for 4 November 2025. 

Q2: What are the major design changes compared to the older Venue?
A2: New wider rectangular grille, full-width LED DRL light bar, chunkier skid plates, squared wheel arches, silver C-pillar insert, sharper body creases, updated rear with gloss-black panel and integrated badging. 

Q3: Will the engine options change?
A3: Not significantly—the same three engines (1.2 NA petrol, 1.0 turbo petrol, 1.5 diesel) are retained. However, transmission choices improve (for instance, diesel automatic now offered). 

Q4: What’s the expected price of the new Venue?
A4: Estimated ex-showroom range is ₹8 lakh to ₹14 lakh in India—somewhat higher than the outgoing model. 

Q5: How does the new cabin improve over the old one?
A5: Big upgrades: dual 12.3” curved screens, refined dashboard with layered design, dual-tone interior colour schemes, premium features (ventilated seats, Bose audio, sun-shades, etc.), improved rear-seat comfort (recline, legroom). 

Q6: Is the older Hyundai Venue still worth considering?
A6: Yes. If you’re looking for value, don’t mind fewer bells & whistles, and want to buy now rather than wait, the outgoing Venue remains a solid compact SUV. But if you value the latest tech/styling, then waiting for the 2025 model makes sense.

Closing Thought

So that’s the story of the 2025 Hyundai Venue. If you, like me, love cars that punch above their size (and budget) a bit—then this is one to keep on your radar. It’s like a pizza place upgrading from your regular Margherita to a deluxe 8-topping version: same core (pizza), but more flavour, more upgrade. Whether you bite now or wait, the choice’s yours—but now you’ve got the low-down.