New Hyundai Venue facelift design inspired by all-new Creta: Launch on June 16

Hyundai Motor India has officially teased the facelifted Venue ahead of its launch. Unofficial bookings have already been commenced and its media drive is scheduled to happen in the month of June. It will be the first mid-life update for the subcompact SUV.
The Company says that the new Venue has been crafted to supersede the aspirations of the new age Indian customers, who seek future tech, spacious interiors, comfort, style and safety. It has been encapsulated by the theme – ‘Live the Lit life’. Launch is set to take place on 16th June.

According to the teased images, the design of the 2022 Hyundai Venue has been inspired by the all-new Creta. It gets a new set of bumpers on both ends and the front grille is inspired by its bigger siblings Creta and Tucson. It also gets a new set of LED headlamps with LED DRLs in the front and the rear design is now funkier with the use of a KIA Sonet-like light bar between the taillamps.

The silhouette and the side profile of the SUV will remain unchanged and the Venue gets newly re-designed multi-spoke 16-inch alloy wheels. Other changes include roof-mounted spoiler, functional roof rails and a shark-fin antenna.

Talking about the interior, the layout design is expected to remain the same as the previous generation but Hyundai might tweak the materials inside the cabin to make the cabin feel modern and upmarket. The new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is one of the major updates inside the cabin. Similar to the previous version, it supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and blue-link connectivity.
Hyundai Venue is already loaded up with features such as automatic climate control, air purifier, an electric sunroof, BlueLink connected car tech and TPMS. Other additional features such as a digital instrumental cluster, front ventilated seats, 360 degree parking camera and a newly designed steering wheel are expected to be part of the package.

2022 Hyundai Venue: Engine and Transmission
The 2022 Hyundai Venue will not see any changes in the Engine and Transmission department. Engine options will include an 83PS 1.2-litre petrol with a 5-speed manual, a 100PS 1.5-litre diesel with a 6-speed manual, and a 120PS 1-litre turbo-petrol with a 6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT (clutchless manual), and a 7-speed DCT.
It is expected that the Hyundai might introduce the 1.5-litre turbocharged CRDI diesel unit with the automatic option, which is seen on the Kia Sonet.
2022 Hyundai Venue: Pricing and Rivals
The outgoing model has priced from Rs 7.11 lakh to Rs 11.83 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), we expect the new Venue to be costlier by at-least Rs 50,000. The Venue will continue to compete with the likes of Kia Sonet, Vitara Brezza, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, Tata Nexon, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Kia and Mahindra XUV300.
2022 Hyundai Venue: N-Line?

Hyundai is also planning to launch the N-Line variant of the Venue along with the facelifted model. It will be sold exclusively with the 1.0L turbo-petrol engine, which produces 120 bhp of power and 172 Nm of torque. The 2022 Venue N Line will include red inserts around the bumpers, and side sills to make it look more sporty. The Venue N-Line also gets an N steering wheel and contrast-red finish over the all-black interior.
Mr. Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd., said, “As the leading mobility solutions provider, Hyundai has been setting new benchmarks in India with the introduction of blockbuster products. Through our vision of ‘Progress for Humanity’ we have continued to elevate customer experiences and induced the rapid adoption of globally contemporary technologies. Indian customers have showcased their love and trust in Hyundai, making us the most sold SUV brand of 2020 and 2021. At Hyundai, we will continue to excite our most loved customers with unique and exciting products and I am glad to announce the launch of the new Hyundai VENUE in June this year. I am sure, the new Hyundai VENUE will continue to thrill customers both in India as well as export markets.”