2026 Hyundai Venue Price, Specs and Range

What is it?

The Venue is Hyundai's entry to the SUV range in Australia, slotting below Kona and built on the same B-segment platform as the i20 hatch. One 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine, 6-speed torque converter auto, FWD only, three grades, sub-$30,000 drive-away pricing across the range.

The lineup runs from Venue 1.6 6AT at $22,750 plus on-roads, through to Elite at $28,250 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.

Interior and Technology

One of the last sub-$25,000 brand-new SUVs on sale in Australia. 355 L boot is class-leading for a light SUV, 6-speed torque converter auto avoids DCT lurch, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are standard from base.

4-star ANCAP against the 2019 protocol, no hybrid option, 7.2 L per 100 km combined is high for the class, and 90 kW feels modest with four adults aboard.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the Venue?

Reasons to buy

One of the last sub-$25,000 brand-new SUVs on sale in Australia. 355 L boot is class-leading for a light SUV, 6-speed torque converter auto avoids DCT lurch, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are standard from base.
Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
4-star ANCAP (2019), full driver-assist suite.
355 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Braked towing rated at 1,200 kg.

Reasons to wait

4-star ANCAP against the 2019 protocol, no hybrid option, 7.2 L per 100 km combined is high for the class, and 90 kW feels modest with four adults aboard.
You want a hybrid powertrain (MG ZS Hybrid+ or Toyota Yaris Cross), all-wheel drive, or a newer ANCAP score than 2019.
Active at $25,250 plus on-roads adds adaptive cruise and blind spot monitor and is the sweet spot. Compare drive-away pricing against the MG ZS Hybrid+ at $25,990 drive-away if fuel use matters.
Top trim climbs to $28,250 plus on-roads.

Who it suits

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City drivers

Tidy footprint, easy parking

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Budget

Sharp entry pricing

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Commuters

Daily driver, low fuss

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Couples

Right-sized SUV

CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper: One of the last sub-$25,000 brand-new SUVs on sale in Australia. 355 L boot is class-leading for a light SUV, 6-speed torque converter auto avoids DCT lurch, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are standard from base.
The trade-off: 4-star ANCAP against the 2019 protocol, no hybrid option, 7.2 L per 100 km combined is high for the class, and 90 kW feels modest with four adults aboard.
Check before you buy: Active at $25,250 plus on-roads adds adaptive cruise and blind spot monitor and is the sweet spot. Compare drive-away pricing against the MG ZS Hybrid+ at $25,990 drive-away if fuel use matters.
Best suited to: First-car buyers and city commuters who want a brand-new SUV under $30,000 drive-away with Hyundai dealer support, capped-price servicing and the 5-year warranty.

Common questions

How much is the 2026 Hyundai Venue in Australia?

Pricing opens at $22,750 plus on-roads for the entry Venue grade and runs to $28,250 plus on-roads for the Elite.

Does the Hyundai Venue come as a hybrid?

No. The Venue runs a single 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine with a 6-speed auto. There is no hybrid or all-wheel drive option.

How much can the Hyundai Venue tow?

1,200 kg braked on Active and Elite grades with the optional tow pack. The base Venue is rated 800 kg unbraked only.

What is the Hyundai Venue ANCAP rating?

4 stars against the 2019 protocol, partly on a lower adult occupant score in the side-impact test.

Hyundai Venue

What is it?

Interior and Technology

Should you buy the Venue?

Reasons to buy

Reasons to wait

The Rivals

We have not reviewed the Hyundai Venue yet.