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  • SE Manual
    Starts at
    $17,350
    27 City / 35 Hwy
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    5
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    Starts at
    $18,550
    30 City / 34 Hwy
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    5
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    Regular Unleaded I-4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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    $19,250
    30 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Starts at
    $22,050
    30 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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Expert 2020 Hyundai VENUE review

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Our expert's take
By Brian Normile
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Hyundai first introduced the 2020 Venue, its sub-subcompact “SUV” at the 2019 New York International Auto Show (SUV is in quotation marks because the Venue is front-wheel-drive only). I drove it around sunny Miami and on a quick trip to Islamorada in the Florida Keys at Hyundai’s national media drive event (Per our ethics policy, Cars.com pays for travel and lodging at such automaker-sponsored programs).

Related: 2020 Hyundai Venue Downsizes From Kona, Stretches Definition of SUV

The Venue is designed to capitalize on the current popularity of SUVs and target younger millennials with a low starting price and generous standard technology and safety features. Hyundai believes a new car with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a standard 8-inch multimedia display and things like forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection will appeal to the first-time car buyer who might otherwise choose a three- or four-year-old used car that lacks such features.

Whether that demographic analysis plays out or not, what Hyundai has built is a capable city car that ably replaces the Accent hatchback (the sedan remains) as a nimble way to get from point A to point B in the city, and that can even handle shorter highway trips. It joins the ranks of high-riding front-drive hatchbacks like the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR, and it offers both solid competition for first-time car buyers and those looking for a small, affordable and moderately utilitarian new car.

It Drives Well Enough

The Venue has one engine, an updated 1.6-liter four-cylinder that can also be found in the Accent sedan. Two transmissions are offered with the Venue: a six-speed manual available only in base SE trim levels and a continuously variable automatic available on the SE and standard on SEL and Denim trims. (Hyundai had only SEL and Denim examples on hand, so I have no opinion on the manual.)

The engine produces 121 horsepower and 113 pounds-feet of torque. If that doesn’t sound like a lot to you, you won’t be surprised to learn that it doesn’t feel like a lot. Accelerating from a stop is a gradual process; accelerator response isn’t outstanding and power doesn’t really come on until roughly 3,500 rpm. Sport mode improves response and was my preferred driving mode for the city. For general highway cruising, I tended to keep the Venue in Normal except for passing maneuvers when I would switch to Sport, which is certain to diminish the rated fuel economy.

The EPA-estimated gas mileage for the automatic Venue is 30/34/32 mpg city/highway/combined (27/35/30 mpg for the manual), and on our highway-heavy drive, the Venue’s computer routinely displayed a fuel economy rating of more than 35 mpg. The 2020 Nissan Kicks is rated slightly higher by the EPA at 31/36/33 mpg, while the 2020 Toyota C-HR lags behind both at 27/31/29 mpg.

What surprised me most about the Venue was how composed and balanced it felt even at highway speeds. While you’ll still feel bumps and potholes and uneven pavement, especially because of the Venue’s short, 99.2-inch wheelbase, it does a good job of isolating occupants and keeping the ride feeling smooth. Steering feel is also good for the class, but you’ll never confuse the Venue for a sports car.

Comfortable Inside

The Venue’s cabin feels spacious for its size, at least up front. I never felt cramped in the front seats despite my 6-foot, 1-inch height, though I wouldn’t have minded a slightly wider footwell for the front passenger seat. Headroom was also impressive, though it helped that the Denim model I spent most of my time in isn’t available with a sunroof. The lower roof in the sunroof-equipped SEL models didn’t leave me ducking while behind the wheel, however.

Still, if you’re a taller driver looking at a Venue, I’d suggest sitting in one with and without a sunroof before making your choice. Note that the sunroof is part of the Convenience Package on SEL models, and while losing out on a sliding armrest storage box and leather-wrapped steering wheel may be sacrifices you’re willing to make, blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert is also part of that package.

The front seats are comfortably wide, though I found the lumbar support a bit too much. As an entry-level vehicle, neither the driver’s seat nor front passenger seat have power adjustments. The driver’s seat adjusts six ways while the passenger seat can be adjusted in four ways (there’s no height adjustment). In the backseat, I still had more than adequate headroom but found my knees angled upward while sitting. With the front seat in my preferred position, I also didn’t have enough legroom in back. Adjusting either front seat to give myself enough legroom left me uncomfortable up front. This isn’t the interior for longer trips — particularly without device charging ports or adjustable climate vents in the back.

The cabin materials are as nice as to be expected in a car that costs less than $24,000 fully loaded — which is to say, not very. Hard plastics abound and there’s not much padding on most touchpoints, but the interior design itself is pleasant. Cloth seats are standard on the SE and SEL, and if you opt for the Denim, the seating surfaces are trimmed with faux leather and have fabric inserts that mimic, well, denim.

Cargo space is adequate at best, with enough space for a few smaller bags or some groceries. Hyundai says the Venue has 18.7 cubic feet behind the backseat. With the 60/40-split, folding rear seat lowered, that increases to a claimed 31.9 cubic feet. That puts it behind its competition, with Toyota measuring the C-HR at 19.1 cubic feet with the backseat up and 37.0 cubic feet with the seats down. The Kicks beats both, however, with 25.3 and 53.1 cubic feet, respectively.

‘Young Millennials’ = Tech and Safety

What really makes the Venue’s interior a nice place to be is its standard tech features. The horizontally oriented 8-inch touchscreen is standard and larger than those of competitors. While it’s not running the latest software we’ve seen on some Hyundais, it responds quickly enough and the company’s infotainment system remains among the most intuitive and user-friendly on the market. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, as well. Built-in navigation with real-time traffic updates is available on SEL models and standard on Denim ones.

Besides the collision detection and forward automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, the Venue also comes equipped with lane departure warning, lane keep assist and a driver attention warning system. Its standard backup camera also has moving guidelines. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is standard on Denim trims and optional on the SEL, and the same distinction applies to LED headlights and daytime running lights. All trim levels come with cruise control, but adaptive cruise control is not available, which is a shame given the frequent stop-and-go traffic the Venue is likely to encounter in the city environments for which it’s designed.

One highlight of the safety features’ forward sensors are audio and visual notifications when the car ahead of you in stopped traffic has pulled away — perfect for the growing number of drivers who use every stoplight as an excuse to look at their phone.

The Value Proposition

There are only two option packages for the Venue, and both are available only on the SEL. The first, the Convenience Package, adds a sunroof, armrest storage, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert. The other is the Premium Package, which adds LED headlights and daytime running lights, heated front seats and mirrors, 17-inch wheels in place of the standard 15s, keyless entry with push-button start, navigation and Hyundai’s Blue Link connected car services. The Denim version of the Venue includes all of those features as standard except for the sunroof. An SEL with both option packages will cost $23,270 including the $1,120 destination fee, while a Venue Denim comes in at $23,170.

Those prices are a bit higher than the most expensive Nissan Kicks but nearly as low as the base price for a Toyota C-HR. The Kicks offers blind spot warning as a standard feature, unlike the Venue, and a lot more cargo space, but it also offers a less refined driving experience and a more basic interior. The C-HR, meanwhile, has relatively comparable cargo specs to the Venue but more power and even more standard safety features, including adaptive cruise control that works to a complete stop.

What will set the Venue apart is its combination of technology, style and value, and that should be a winning combination for many new car shoppers — and, Hyundai hopes, those who might believe they’ll have to resort to a used car.

Cars.com’s Editorial department is your source for automotive news and reviews. In line with Cars.com’s long-standing ethics policy, editors and reviewers don’t accept gifts or free trips from automakers. The Editorial department is independent of Cars.com’s advertising, sales and sponsored content departments.

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Road Test Editor Brian Normile joined the automotive industry and Cars.com in 2013, and he became part of the Editorial staff in 2014. Brian spent his childhood devouring every car magazine he got his hands on — not literally, eventually — and now reviews and tests vehicles to help consumers make informed choices. Someday, Brian hopes to learn what to do with his hands when he’s reviewing a car on camera. He would daily-drive an Alfa Romeo 4C if he could.

2020 Hyundai VENUE review: Our expert's take
By Brian Normile
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Hyundai first introduced the 2020 Venue, its sub-subcompact “SUV” at the 2019 New York International Auto Show (SUV is in quotation marks because the Venue is front-wheel-drive only). I drove it around sunny Miami and on a quick trip to Islamorada in the Florida Keys at Hyundai’s national media drive event (Per our ethics policy, Cars.com pays for travel and lodging at such automaker-sponsored programs).

Related: 2020 Hyundai Venue Downsizes From Kona, Stretches Definition of SUV

The Venue is designed to capitalize on the current popularity of SUVs and target younger millennials with a low starting price and generous standard technology and safety features. Hyundai believes a new car with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a standard 8-inch multimedia display and things like forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection will appeal to the first-time car buyer who might otherwise choose a three- or four-year-old used car that lacks such features.

Whether that demographic analysis plays out or not, what Hyundai has built is a capable city car that ably replaces the Accent hatchback (the sedan remains) as a nimble way to get from point A to point B in the city, and that can even handle shorter highway trips. It joins the ranks of high-riding front-drive hatchbacks like the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR, and it offers both solid competition for first-time car buyers and those looking for a small, affordable and moderately utilitarian new car.

It Drives Well Enough

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The Venue has one engine, an updated 1.6-liter four-cylinder that can also be found in the Accent sedan. Two transmissions are offered with the Venue: a six-speed manual available only in base SE trim levels and a continuously variable automatic available on the SE and standard on SEL and Denim trims. (Hyundai had only SEL and Denim examples on hand, so I have no opinion on the manual.)

The engine produces 121 horsepower and 113 pounds-feet of torque. If that doesn’t sound like a lot to you, you won’t be surprised to learn that it doesn’t feel like a lot. Accelerating from a stop is a gradual process; accelerator response isn’t outstanding and power doesn’t really come on until roughly 3,500 rpm. Sport mode improves response and was my preferred driving mode for the city. For general highway cruising, I tended to keep the Venue in Normal except for passing maneuvers when I would switch to Sport, which is certain to diminish the rated fuel economy.

The EPA-estimated gas mileage for the automatic Venue is 30/34/32 mpg city/highway/combined (27/35/30 mpg for the manual), and on our highway-heavy drive, the Venue’s computer routinely displayed a fuel economy rating of more than 35 mpg. The 2020 Nissan Kicks is rated slightly higher by the EPA at 31/36/33 mpg, while the 2020 Toyota C-HR lags behind both at 27/31/29 mpg.

What surprised me most about the Venue was how composed and balanced it felt even at highway speeds. While you’ll still feel bumps and potholes and uneven pavement, especially because of the Venue’s short, 99.2-inch wheelbase, it does a good job of isolating occupants and keeping the ride feeling smooth. Steering feel is also good for the class, but you’ll never confuse the Venue for a sports car.

Comfortable Inside

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The Venue’s cabin feels spacious for its size, at least up front. I never felt cramped in the front seats despite my 6-foot, 1-inch height, though I wouldn’t have minded a slightly wider footwell for the front passenger seat. Headroom was also impressive, though it helped that the Denim model I spent most of my time in isn’t available with a sunroof. The lower roof in the sunroof-equipped SEL models didn’t leave me ducking while behind the wheel, however.

Still, if you’re a taller driver looking at a Venue, I’d suggest sitting in one with and without a sunroof before making your choice. Note that the sunroof is part of the Convenience Package on SEL models, and while losing out on a sliding armrest storage box and leather-wrapped steering wheel may be sacrifices you’re willing to make, blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert is also part of that package.

The front seats are comfortably wide, though I found the lumbar support a bit too much. As an entry-level vehicle, neither the driver’s seat nor front passenger seat have power adjustments. The driver’s seat adjusts six ways while the passenger seat can be adjusted in four ways (there’s no height adjustment). In the backseat, I still had more than adequate headroom but found my knees angled upward while sitting. With the front seat in my preferred position, I also didn’t have enough legroom in back. Adjusting either front seat to give myself enough legroom left me uncomfortable up front. This isn’t the interior for longer trips — particularly without device charging ports or adjustable climate vents in the back.

The cabin materials are as nice as to be expected in a car that costs less than $24,000 fully loaded — which is to say, not very. Hard plastics abound and there’s not much padding on most touchpoints, but the interior design itself is pleasant. Cloth seats are standard on the SE and SEL, and if you opt for the Denim, the seating surfaces are trimmed with faux leather and have fabric inserts that mimic, well, denim.

Cargo space is adequate at best, with enough space for a few smaller bags or some groceries. Hyundai says the Venue has 18.7 cubic feet behind the backseat. With the 60/40-split, folding rear seat lowered, that increases to a claimed 31.9 cubic feet. That puts it behind its competition, with Toyota measuring the C-HR at 19.1 cubic feet with the backseat up and 37.0 cubic feet with the seats down. The Kicks beats both, however, with 25.3 and 53.1 cubic feet, respectively.

‘Young Millennials’ = Tech and Safety

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What really makes the Venue’s interior a nice place to be is its standard tech features. The horizontally oriented 8-inch touchscreen is standard and larger than those of competitors. While it’s not running the latest software we’ve seen on some Hyundais, it responds quickly enough and the company’s infotainment system remains among the most intuitive and user-friendly on the market. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, as well. Built-in navigation with real-time traffic updates is available on SEL models and standard on Denim ones.

Besides the collision detection and forward automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, the Venue also comes equipped with lane departure warning, lane keep assist and a driver attention warning system. Its standard backup camera also has moving guidelines. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is standard on Denim trims and optional on the SEL, and the same distinction applies to LED headlights and daytime running lights. All trim levels come with cruise control, but adaptive cruise control is not available, which is a shame given the frequent stop-and-go traffic the Venue is likely to encounter in the city environments for which it’s designed.

One highlight of the safety features’ forward sensors are audio and visual notifications when the car ahead of you in stopped traffic has pulled away — perfect for the growing number of drivers who use every stoplight as an excuse to look at their phone.

The Value Proposition

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There are only two option packages for the Venue, and both are available only on the SEL. The first, the Convenience Package, adds a sunroof, armrest storage, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert. The other is the Premium Package, which adds LED headlights and daytime running lights, heated front seats and mirrors, 17-inch wheels in place of the standard 15s, keyless entry with push-button start, navigation and Hyundai’s Blue Link connected car services. The Denim version of the Venue includes all of those features as standard except for the sunroof. An SEL with both option packages will cost $23,270 including the $1,120 destination fee, while a Venue Denim comes in at $23,170.

Those prices are a bit higher than the most expensive Nissan Kicks but nearly as low as the base price for a Toyota C-HR. The Kicks offers blind spot warning as a standard feature, unlike the Venue, and a lot more cargo space, but it also offers a less refined driving experience and a more basic interior. The C-HR, meanwhile, has relatively comparable cargo specs to the Venue but more power and even more standard safety features, including adaptive cruise control that works to a complete stop.

What will set the Venue apart is its combination of technology, style and value, and that should be a winning combination for many new car shoppers — and, Hyundai hopes, those who might believe they’ll have to resort to a used car.

Cars.com’s Editorial department is your source for automotive news and reviews. In line with Cars.com’s long-standing ethics policy, editors and reviewers don’t accept gifts or free trips from automakers. The Editorial department is independent of Cars.com’s advertising, sales and sponsored content departments.

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Safety review

Based on the 2020 Hyundai VENUE base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
14.3%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
14.3%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 80,000 miles; less than 7 years old (currently MY18- MY24)
Basic
Remainder of the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. From original in-service date and zero (0) miles.
Dealer certification
173-point inspection

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4.1 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
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Comfort 4.1
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.1
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.1

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  • Transmission failure at 30000 miles

    My transmission went out at 30000 miles thank god I was in another town they replaced it at mattoon Illinois they were very nice and respectful but I still haven’t got check from rental that Hyundai promised
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • If I would of known...

    Purchased in March 2020. Battery had to be replaced in March 2022. Only have 11000km and piston coils had to be replaced twice for piston 3 and piston 4, waiting for the other 2 to go! Real lemon.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
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  • Questionable

    On the highway it can’t get out of its own way yet the transmission acts odd on both highway and rural. Giving it a bit of gas can either put you at a snails pace or 60 mph, something is definitely wrong..I should be in control of that! Not a comfortable ride either. It is economical as far as MPG though. However safely and comfort comes first to us.
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    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
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  • Transmission problems

    Transmission went out at 18,000 miles. Dealership replaced it. (Thank god for warranties). Now at 40,000 miles the new transmission is beginning to act up just like it did before it went out the last time. Sigh.
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  • Worst in safety due to back seatbelts not working

    Uncomfortable and throws itself into overdrive. I regret buying this unsafe vehicle. I have brought it in to have seat belts replaced. Exactly one week later they broke again. I have twin toddlers and this is a threat to their safety
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  • Transmission went out at 19k miles.

    My wife brought home this car back from the dealership in January of 2020 brand new. We have the SEL version. I didn’t like it from the start. The power is very poor. It’s too small for tall people (I’m 6’2). The interior is cheap compared to other cars priced at $23k new. It grew on me though because I enjoyed the gas mileage, average around 32mpg. If you want to pass someone on the freeway or the interstate then you’re going to have to time it perfectly because there’s definitely a lag in power. At 19k miles it started to want to over rev instead of getting up and going. We took it to the dealership and they said it was a computer problem that needed an update so they did an update on it. It worked well for about 3 miles after we left then it started to slowly do the same thing again. This time it threw the check engine light on so we drove it back to the dealership going 30mph because that is all that it would go. They kept hooked it back up to their computer and said the transmission is out... in a brand new car with less than 20000 miles. I’m highly disappointed in Hyundai, I’d never owned one in the past because they were known for problems. Recently I had heard their reliability had gone up substantially. My higher expectations based off of other reviews have been left behind though because I see that they are still making garbage.
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    • Does not recommend this car
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  • Am smitten!

    Bought this car yesterday and drove home 285 miles against a 25 to 30 mph wind and at 80+ mph (mostly interstate) and got 31 mpg. The trip was non-stop and thoroughly enjoyable. Dealership got my phone set up in Android Auto and my Spotify music sounded WAY better than I had come to expect after reading "professional" reviews of the 6 speaker system. I thought it was more than adequate and the equalization program was good. Seats were more than comfortable, they were also very supportive. I emerged from the car with no TB. I wouldn't have been able to say that with other cars I've owned and some cost much more. Everything about the dashboard layout and Android Auto seemed intuitive. Bought the SEL with comfort and premium package so enjoyed the sun roof, LED lights etc. The ride was controlled, the road noise and wind and engine sound was noticeable at times but at no time was any of it even close to unacceptable or intrusive. I was amazed at how quiet is was in light of a number of paid critics' views that cabin noise is so problematic. Several people commented today that they found the vehicle very attractive and couldn't believe the purchase price. They thought it must have been a much more expensive purchase. I downloaded the Hyundai app and can now read the owner manual on my phone. It also will remotely start the car, score your driving (for your eyes only unless you want them to give it to your insurance company) and perform many more functions including remote locking and provision of vehicle status reports in real time. Your maintenance program reminders and records are also provided. I think this is the most car you can buy for the money. Many safety features are standard on the SEL including lane keeping, blind spot advisories , Auto braking etc. Before you buy a small SUV/Crossover at any price you should do a lot of research. If you do, you will certainly give the Venue a closer inspection. Just because it is very affordable is really no reason to not consider it seriously. BTW, the dealership in Sioux City IA is excellent. You won't believe how beautiful this one is when dressed in Galactic Gray!! Reliability rating is unearned at this point but I am confident that it will be earned.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Extremely small inside.

    I don’t like it at all. It’s a 2 person and 1 dog car vs a 4 person car. The back seat is extremely small. I would hate to make an extended trip in this car. The only good thing I can say is it gets good gas mileage.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • Unbelievable for a smaller car

    I be 6ft tall 209 lbs and 76 years old love this smaller car. Good looking, easy to drive. Has every thing on it you need. WIFE LEASE UP SOON SHE WILL GET ONE
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Way too many issues for a brand new car

    The screen cuts off when car starts..the car goes dead while parked in the drive position.driver car door very narrow. Overall very unhappy for a brand new car
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Don't let the size fool you

    The IVT engine gets up to 70 mph on 95 smooth and easy. You do need to learn to drive the engine right, not just slam the pedal down. 70 mph at 2300 rpms. Handling is nimble and fun. Inside is comfortable. It is "compact," but for a couple of people and small load it's great. Average above the sticker mpg.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Perfect vehicle for all my needs!

    It is easy to get in and out of, which is very important to us "older" drivers. Very comfortable and a great pleasure to drive.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2020 Hyundai VENUE?

The 2020 Hyundai VENUE is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Denim (1 style)
  • SE (2 styles)
  • SEL (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2020 Hyundai VENUE?

The 2020 Hyundai VENUE offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2020 Hyundai VENUE?

The 2020 Hyundai VENUE compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:

Is the 2020 Hyundai VENUE reliable?

The 2020 Hyundai VENUE has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2020 Hyundai VENUE owners.

Is the 2020 Hyundai VENUE a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2020 Hyundai VENUE. 72.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.1 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.1
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.1
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.1

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