Comebacking Hyundai Venue eyed to meet needs in local SUV-A market at a more accessible pricing

MANILA: After being discontinued upon the transition to a new distributor, Hyundai recently re-entered the subcompact crossover arena by bringing back the Venue nameplate to the local market.

With it, the aforementioned nameplate became Hyundai Motor Philippines Incorporated’s (HMPH) most accessible offering to date — with its price starting only at P778,000.

In an interview, HMPH Public Relations and Communications Supervisor Samantha Tabada said that the model is expected to help meet its customers’ needs while being easy on the wallet.

“The reintroduction of the Hyundai Venue in the market reaffirms our commitment to making the Hyundai driving experience more accessible while still ensuring the brand quality and reliability,” Tabada told Zigwheels Philippines.

“In the same way, we hope its return answers our customers’ demands to bring back this notable and established nameplate in the country,” she added.

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Set to compete against the likes of the Toyota Raize, Kia Sonet, and Geely GX3 Pro, here’s what customers will get should they opt for the Hyundai Venue.

Vehicle specifications

The Korean automaker’s entry-level model sport utility vehicle in the country tapes in at:

Overall dimensions (length, width, height; in millimeters [mm>)	4,040 x 1,770 x 1,565
Wheelbase (in mm)	2,520

It sports a familiar look made up of static bending halogen headlamps (which enhanced illumination when taking corners) and LED daytime running lamps that flank the three-dimensional grille pattern.

Aside from that, it also comes with rectangular, LED taillights that carry a Z-shaped pattern as well as 15-17-inch wheels (alloy or steel rims; depending on the trim).

Other exterior amenities that the Hyundai Venue offers are:

• Power-adjustable side mirrors with repeater lamps
• High-mount stop lamp

Inside, the vehicle is still has ample creature comforts in consideration to its price point.

Among them are the:

• Smart key and push start button (for the vehicle’s top variation)
• 4.2- or 3.5-inch digital instrument panel
• Eight-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity mated to a four-speaker set-up
• Two USB ports at the front

Powering the Hyundai Venue is a 1.6-liter gasoline engine paired with a six-speed gearbox (in manual or automatic transmission). On paper, the mill can dish out:

Maximum output (in horsepower)	121
Peak torque (in Newton meters)	151

The powertrain combination features Drive Mode Select that lets the vehicle choose between Normal, Eco, and Sport.

Guaranteeing controllability to its drivers is the traction control system complemented by:

Suspensions	Front:MacPherson Strut Rear: Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Braking system	Disc types for mid- and top-level variants; disc and drum-type for base option

Available in three trims and color options namely Denim Blue, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Abyss Black Pearl, and Atlas White, the Hyundai Venue’s trims carry the following price tags:

Variant	Pricing
GL 6MT	P778,000
GL 6AT	P898,000
GLS 6AT	P998,000

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