Exclusive : Hyundai Venue Spotted at a Dealer Stockyard before Launch
Hyundai Venue, Hyundai’s answer to the compact SUV market is due for launch on the 21st of May. A couple of days ago the prices were leaked - Suggesting that the fully-loaded SX+ automatic trim will be priced at Rs 10.65 lakh (ex-showroom). Sitting blow it will be the SX (O) manual variant that will cost you Rs 10.09 lakh (ex-showroom). However, the top-spec diesel trim of the SX (O) variant is priced lower than the top petrol variant at Rs 10.42 lakh (ex-showroom).
Once launched, the Hyundai Venue will compete against the likes the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Tata Nexon and Ford EcoSport. Hyundai is pitching the Blue Link, connected technology with Hyundai Venue. The Korean Carmaker says Blue Link is introduced in the Indian market with 33 features out of which 10 are India specific features for most practical and holistic connectivity with Safety, Convenience, and various Vehicle Management Relationship Services.
Hyundai Creta is a Benchmark in the 12-17lakh SUV segment, with the Hyundai Venue, the Korean carmaker aims at replicating the success of the Creta in a segment lower. Will Hyundai Venue stop the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza’s success? Only time will tell
Hyundai is loaded the Venue with a lot of first-in-segment features like the - 7 Speed DCT, wireless charger, air purifier, projector fog lamps, HD display screen, chrome outside door handles, wheel air curtains, Arkamys Sound System, Eco-Coating and 3 Years/ Unlimited Kilometers Warranty along with 3 years of roadside assistance.
As far as safety is concerned, the Venue will come with 6 airbags, speed sensing auto door unlocks, ESC/ESP & (Vehicle Stability Management), HAC (Hill Assist Control), BAS (Brake Assist System) and ISOFIX mounts.
The “Bang for the Buck” sensation is very strong with this one, the Fit and Finish that Hyundai vehicles are known for and the strong service network makes a compelling case of the Hyundai Venue in the overcrowded compact SUV market.
