New Hyundai Venue Review

The roomy cabin has well-cushioned seats and good legroom on both rows. Kelley Blue Book praises the car for its logical cockpit design and nice interior design. The driver enjoys an SUV-like higher seating position. Passenger volume is 91.9 with a total interior volume of 110.6 cu-ft.

The cargo space measures almost 19 cubic feet. Plus the hold has a 2-stage cargo floor in the SE. The SEL trim adds a hidden storage compartment. You can fold the 60/40 split rear seat and enjoy almost 32 cu-ft of space. When equipped with roof rails, the weight limit is a generous 175 pounds.

The 2026 Hyundai Venue in Phoenix is all about fun. Three trim levels represent affordable ways to enjoy Venue ownership. The strength of the SE is in its advanced dash tech, standard cruise control, and smart driver assistance features.

SEL trims add automatic climate controls, a definite plus when Phoenix heat is bearing down in the summer. It also has a moonroof for natural cooling and a sliding armrest with a storage box. SEL with two-tone roof trims add a contrasting black roof to add more curb appeal.

A colorful 8-inch touchscreen anchors the dash whether you choose the least expensive SE or step up to the SEL or Limited. This system has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ensuring a match for your smartphone. Other standards include HD Radio and a USB port.

The Venue SEL edition adds more speakers and dual USB chargers. Blue Link adds the possibility of WiFi and other connectivity that benefits owners.

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With its incredibly low curb weight, the subcompact SUV doesn’t need a lot of performance to be enjoyable. It can focus on fuel efficiency and keep costs to a minimum. The four-cylinder engine produces 121 horsepower. The front wheel drive configuration is mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission. The system quickly moves power to the wheels and ensures that the right response is given throughout the rev range. Fuel economy is 29 mpg city and 33 mpg highway. Verified by the EPA, that’s 31 mpg combined. On the Department of Energy fuel economy website, this saves an average of $1,500 over five years.

Despite the low price tag, Hyundai includes important driver aids. The first system includes automatic emergency braking. It responds if it detects that a forward collision warning hasn’t triggered the right response from the driver. The lane keeping assist can turn the lane departure warning into an active system.

The driver attention monitor is watching for signs that the driver needs a break. The SEL trim level adds value by including the blind spot monitor. This adds the rear cross traffic alert for parking situations.

How safe is your ride? Why not trade up? You can schedule a test drive at your convenience.