Just when you thought we’ve had enough subcompact crossovers in our market, a carmaker comes along with yet another subcompact offering.
This time, it’s Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) with the, er, new Venue. This is the same generation as the model launched during the pandemic, just HMPH took over. It joins the Creta in this same segment, but it will compete with the smaller subcompacts such as the Toyota Raize and Kia Sonet.
For more information on the new Hyundai Venue, read on.
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Variants and prices of the Hyundai Venue
Three variants of the Venue will be available at launch, with both manual and automatic transmission options available. Color options are namely: Denim Blue, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Abyss Black Pearl, and Atlas White. The range starts at P778,000 and tops out at just a smidge under a million. You can check out the price list below:
2026 Hyundai Venue Philippine prices
- Hyundai Venue 1.6 GL 6MT – P778,000
- Hyundai Venue 1.6 GL 6AT – P898,000
- Hyundai Venue 1.6 GLS 6AT – P998,000
Exterior of the Hyundai Venue
The Venue was facelifted sometime during the pandemic, but that’s not what just arrived here in the Philippines. What we get is the pre-update version with the less-boxy version that looks more like the old Creta than the new one.
There’s a crest-shaped grille up front with boxy slats enclosing the Hyundai logo, flanked by the unmistakable DRLs housing the fog lamps underneath. Gray accents can be seen on the bumper, while black plastic claddings wrap around the vehicle. The rear features a simple layout, with a Venue badge spelled out on the tailgate, with small taillights on the sides.
As mentioned, this is part of the smaller subcompacts in the segment, and it measures 4,040mm long, 1,770mm wide, and 1,565mm tall. It has a 2,520mm wheelbase with 15-inch wheelies, 15-inch alloys, or 17-inch alloys.
Interior of the Hyundai Venue
The Hyundai Venue seats five people, while the interior is adorned with black trim. The inside is mostly plastic and the seats are stitched in fabric, which is as expected from a car at this price point. Tilt and telescoping adjustment for the steering is also unavailable.
The driver’s seat features six-way manual adjustment, while the passenger gets four-way movement. Hyundai didn’t publish cargo capacity, but the space is expandable thanks to the 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
Engine and specs of the Hyundai Venue
Only one engine is available upon launch, and that’s a 1.6-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine that puts out 121hp at 6,300rpm and 150Nm of torque at 4,850rpm. As mentioned, both stick shift and an auto are available, both of which have six-speed configurations.
The new Hyundai Venue also features MacPherson struts up front and a coupled torsion beam at the back. Braking is handled by front disc and rear drum brakes in the base manual variant, while in the higher trim, it's taken care of by front and rear disc brakes.
Extra features of the Hyundai Venue
Standard across the Hyundai Venue lineup is an eight-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity and a four-speaker setup. Amenities like power-adjustable side mirrors and keyless entry are available, but it’s only the top-of-the-line trim that enjoys a smart entry system with a push-to-start ignition, as well as electric folding mirrors.
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