The Hyundai Venue and Tata Nexon are two prominent sub-4m SUVs that go head-to-head in the segment. With the launch of the new-generation Venue, the competition has got even tougher. So, if you’re planning to buy either of these SUVs, here’s a detailed comparison to help you decide which one makes more sense for you.
Hyundai Venue vs Tata Nexon: Dimensions
| Tata Nexon | Hyundai Venue | |
| Length | 3995 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1804 mm | 1800 mm (+30mm than before) |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1665 mm (+40mm than before) |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm | 2520 mm (+20mm than before) |
| Ground Clearance | 208 mm | – |
| Boot Space | 382 litres (321litres in CNG) | 375 litres (+25 litres than before) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 litres | 45 litres |
| Wheel Size | 16-inch | 15/16-inch (N Line gets 17-inch) |
- Longest: Both have similar lengths.
- Widest: Tata Nexon is negligibally wider (+4mm)
- Tallest: Hyundai Venue (+45mm)
- Longest Wheelbase: Hyundai Venue (+22mm)
- Highest Boot Space: Tata Nexon (+7 litres)
Hyundai Venue vs Tata Nexon: Engine Specifications
| Parameters/Model | Tata Nexon | Hyundai Venue | ||||
| Engine | 1.2-litre turbo-petrol | 1.2-litre turbo-petrol + CNG | 1.5-litre diesel | 1.2-litre NA petrol | 1-litre turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Max Power | 120PS | 100PS | 116PS | 83PS | 120PS | 116PS |
| Max Torque | 170Nm | 170Nm | 260Nm | 114Nm | 172Nm | 250Nm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual / 6-speed manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual / 6-speed AMT | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual / 7-speed DCT | 6-speed manual / 6-speed torque converter automatic |
- Both the Nexon and Venue come with three powertrain options.
- Venue: Two petrol and one diesel engine option
- Nexon: One petrol, one diesel, and a factory-fitted CNG kit with turbo-petrol unit (segment-first SUV with a turboc-petrol)
- Nexon petrol offers four transmission options, catering to a wider section of buyers and preferences.
- Despite its smaller displacement, the Venue’s turbocharged petrol engine delivers power figures that are on par with the Nexon’s petrol unit. In contrast, the Venue’s diesel engine produces slightly more torque than the Nexon’s oil burner.
- While the Nexon diesel benefits from an AMT (Automated Manual Transmission), the Venue now comes with a more sophosticated torque converter automatic transmission.
Hyundai Venue vs Tata Nexon: Features
| Common | Additional Features In Hyundai Venue | Additional Features In Tata Nexon |
| – Automatic LED headlamps – Dual-tone alloys – Eectric sunroof – Floating touchscreen infotainment – Digital instrument cluster – Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – Connected car tech – Premium sound system – Rear sunshades – Auto AC – Rear AC vents – Wireless charging – Ventilated front seats – Remote engine start/stpo – Keyless entry with push button start/stop – Auto-dimming IRVM – Leatherette seats – Paddle shifters – Tyre pressure monitoring system – 360-degree camera – Traction control – ESC – Hill hold assist – ISOFIX child seat anchors – Six airbags – Front & rear parking sensors – ADAS (Nexon gets level-1 and Venue gets level-2 suite) | – All wheel disc brakes – Curved connected display setup – 4-way powered driver seat – Ambient lighting – BOSE sound system – Dual-tone seats – 2-step rear reclining seat – Electronic parking brakes with auto-hold – Aroma diffuser (in N Line only) – Bigger 17-inch alloys (in N Line only) – Drive mode select (Eco, normal, sport) – Traction control modes (Sand, mud, snow) – Level 2 ADAS features (16 in standard model, 21 in N Line), including adaptive cruise control, lane following assist, parking collision avoidance assist for rear | – Air purifier – Rain-sensing wipers – JBL sound system – Panoramic sunroof (Venue gets single-pane unit) – Welcome & goodbye signature |
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Hyundai Venue vs Tata Nexon: Price
| Model | Ex-Showroom Price Range |
| Hyundai Venue | 1.2L N.A. Petrol: Rs 7.90 – 10.70 lakh 1L Turbo-Petrol: Rs 8.80 – 10.55 lakh (MT), Rs 10.67 – Rs 15.30 lakh (DCT) 1.5L Diesel: Rs 9.70 – 12.51 lakh (MT), Rs 11.58 – 15.51 lakh (AT) |
| Tata Nexon | 1.2L Turbo-Petrol: Rs 7.32 – 12.35 lakh (MT), Rs 8.78 – 13.45 lakh (AMT/DCT) 1.2L Petrol+CNG: Rs 8.23 – 13.26 lakh 1.5L Diesel: Rs 9.01 – 13.42 lakh (MT), Rs 10.54 – 14.05 lakh (AMT) |
Which SUV Should You Buy?
Both the Venue and Nexon are well-established names in the Indian market. With its new-generation update, the Venue has emerged as a more mature offering, gaining more comfort, convenience and safety features. However, this has also led to a steeper price hike compared to its previous iteration. Neverthless, the Venue remains a good option for those looking for a feature-rich, reliable option with smoother performance and a wider service network. On the other hand, the Nexon stands out with its premium features list, strong safety image and broader powertrain choices, including a factory-fitted CNG option that offers a usable boot space – a practical advantage on long trips.
