- The competition
- Mahindra XUV300 1.5TD W6
- Chery Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 Urban
- Renault Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens
- Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS
- Kia Sonet 1.5 LX
- Suzuki Vitara Brezza 1.5 GLX
- Ford EcoSport 1.5 Ambiente
- Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta auto
- Opel Crossland 1.2
- Haval Jolion 1.5T City
- Honda BR-V 1.5 Trend
- Mitsubishi ASX 2.0 ES
- Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active
- VW T-Cross 1.0TSI 70kW Comfortline
- Fiat 500X 1.4T Cult
- Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2T Feel
- Peugeot 2008 1.2T Active auto
The facelifted Hyundai Venue is now available in South Africa, with prices starting at R294,900.
The updated line-up comprises six models and two engines, with the entry-level Motion being the only one to receive the 1.2-litre powerplant producing 61kW and 115Nm.
Every other model in the series, including the top-of-the-line N Line, is then shipped with a 1.0-litre turbocharged drivetrain which delivers a larger 88kW and 172Nm.
Two gearboxes are available for this motor, either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed automatic, and fuel consumption is pegged at 6.5l/100km and 6.9l/100km, respectively.
Looking at the list of selling points, standard fittings include a rear-view camera, rear park assist, a 4.2-inch digital driver display, a multifunction steering wheel, 15-inch rims, and an infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
Further up the price bracket, buyers are treated to larger 16-inch alloys, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, artificial leather upholstery, hill assist, electronic stability control, and LED daytime-running lights.
Those who grab the top-spec model can additionally look forward to a customized N Line interior, electronically adjustable driver’s seat, three selectable driving modes, aluminium driving pedals, and keyless start and entry.
The competition
Listed below are the crossovers that can be bought for a similar price as Hyundai’s latest Venue.
Click on the underlined prices for more information.
Mahindra XUV300 1.5TD W6
- Starting price – R297,999
- Power – 86kW/300Nm
- Fuel consumption – 5.0l/100km
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 Urban
- Starting price – R299,900
- Power – 83kW/138Nm
- Fuel consumption – 7.0l/100km
Renault Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens
- Starting price – R299,999
- Power – 74kW/160Nm
- Fuel consumption – 5.0l/100km
Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS
- Starting price – R300,100
- Power – 77kW/138Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.2l/100km
Kia Sonet 1.5 LX
- Starting price – R306,995
- Power – 85kW/144Nm
- Fuel consumption – 7.0l/100km
Suzuki Vitara Brezza 1.5 GLX
- Starting price – R308,900
- Power – 77kW/138Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.2l/100km
Ford EcoSport 1.5 Ambiente
- Starting price – R311,400
- Power – 91kW/150Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.4l/100km
Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta auto
- Starting price – R317,500
- Power – 74kW/152Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.0l/100km
Opel Crossland 1.2
- Starting price – R329,900
- Power – 60kW/118Nm
- Fuel consumption – 5.1l/100km
Haval Jolion 1.5T City
- Starting price – R342,950
- Power – 105kW/210Nm
- Fuel consumption – 7.5l/100km
Honda BR-V 1.5 Trend
- Starting price – R379,900
- Power – 89kW/145Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.8l/100km
Mitsubishi ASX 2.0 ES
- Starting price – R379,990
- Power – 110kW/197Nm
- Fuel consumption – 7.5l/100km
Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active
- Starting price – R384,700
- Power – 115kW/206Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.9l/100km
VW T-Cross 1.0TSI 70kW Comfortline
- Starting price – R387,600
- Power – 70kW/175Nm
- Fuel consumption – 4.8l/100km
Fiat 500X 1.4T Cult
- Starting price – R409,900
- Power – 103kW/230Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.0l/100km
Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2T Feel
- Starting price – R424,900
- Power – 81kW/205Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km
Peugeot 2008 1.2T Active auto
- Starting price – R449,900
- Power – 96kW/230Nm
- Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km
Keyword: Crossovers selling for the same price as the new Hyundai Venue