2021
Hyundai VENUE

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Available trims

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  • SE IVT
    Starts at
    $18,750
    30 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SEL IVT
    Starts at
    $19,800
    30 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Denim IVT
    Starts at
    $22,050
    30 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Automatic transmission now standard
Five-seat subcompact SUV
Front-wheel drive
121-hp four-cylinder engine standard
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay standard
Automatic emergency braking standard

The good & the bad

The good

Standard safety and tech features
Affordable starting price
Fuel economy
Highway composure
Relatively spacious front seating area

The bad

Not much power
Low-rent interior materials
Backseat legroom
Cargo space
All-wheel drive not offered
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Expert 2021 Hyundai VENUE review

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What Is the 2021 Hyundai Venue?

All-new last year, the five-seat Hyundai Venue subcompact SUV is long on features and value-priced. Powered by a 121-horsepower, 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a continuously variable automatic transmission, the Venue is available only with front-wheel drive. Competitors include the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR. 

What’s New on the 2021 Hyundai Venue? 

The base SE trim level gets 15-inch alloy wheels, while the SEL trim adds blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, a sliding armrest and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. A six-speed manual transmission is no longer available; all trims have a CVT. 

What Features in the 2021 Hyundai Venue Are Most Important?

  • Standard active safety features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, a driver attention monitor and automatic high-beam headlights
  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Power moonroof available 

Should I Buy the 2021 Hyundai Venue?

Urban dwellers and others who prefer a vehicle that’s easy to maneuver and park would do well to consider the Venue. Two-tone paint options offer a bit of style, there’s room for adults in front and back (at least for short trips) and the Venue includes a lot of safety and convenience features for the money. Value is a big part of the Venue’s appeal, and it won our Best Value of 2021 award.  

2021 Hyundai VENUE review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Hyundai Venue?

All-new last year, the five-seat Hyundai Venue subcompact SUV is long on features and value-priced. Powered by a 121-horsepower, 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a continuously variable automatic transmission, the Venue is available only with front-wheel drive. Competitors include the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR. 

What’s New on the 2021 Hyundai Venue? 

The base SE trim level gets 15-inch alloy wheels, while the SEL trim adds blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, a sliding armrest and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. A six-speed manual transmission is no longer available; all trims have a CVT. 

What Features in the 2021 Hyundai Venue Are Most Important?

  • Standard active safety features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, a driver attention monitor and automatic high-beam headlights
  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Power moonroof available 

Should I Buy the 2021 Hyundai Venue?

Urban dwellers and others who prefer a vehicle that’s easy to maneuver and park would do well to consider the Venue. Two-tone paint options offer a bit of style, there’s room for adults in front and back (at least for short trips) and the Venue includes a lot of safety and convenience features for the money. Value is a big part of the Venue’s appeal, and it won our Best Value of 2021 award.  

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Safety review

Based on the 2021 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
19.3%
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
19.3%
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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Consumer reviews

96% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 26 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.4
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By Chalo from San Benito, Tx
    Owns this car
    December 1, 2024

    Estoy feliz con mi Hyyndai Venue!

    Estoy feliz con mi Hyyndai Venue!! Es un auto básicamente funcional!! Espacio suficiente para 5 adultos (de talla regular), sentados cómodamente. Gran economía de combustible!! No soy amante del manejo a altas velocidades y el Venue ofrece un manejo fácil, en ciudad y carretera. Su línea me encanta, simple y bien definida. Funciones en interior suficientes para un viaje placentero!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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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  • By David
    Owns this car
    August 13, 2024

    I purchased my 2021 Venue from Enterprise Car sales in

    I purchased my 2021 Venue from Enterprise Car sales in Newark, DE. Maybe other people have had issues with their Venue, but as far as I'm concerned it was a great choice. The lack of a center arm rest certainly sucks, but getting 40mpg definitely makes up for the shortcoming. It has a smooth ride, it's quiet overall, and has a nice entertainment system. For just under 19k I thought it was an excellent buy, and am quite happy with it.
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jenny C from Annapolis, Md
    Owns this car
    July 5, 2023

    Excellent car!

    Hyundai Venue Denim limited is just about perfect. Only change I would make would be to add a backup sensor that beeps and move the radio and a/c knobs closer to the driver. Other that that it’s terrific!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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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  • By MusicGuru from Houston Texas
    Owns this car
    June 27, 2023

    Don't buy a Hyundai

    Recall after recall. Electronic problems. Battery problems. Tire problems. Taillight issues repeatedly. Not comfortable. Ac/heater not very strong. Worst vehicle I've owned. Can't wait to trade it in.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Mbro from Tulsa ok
    Owns this car
    December 21, 2022

    Great option

    Shocking amenities for $24K. All the reviewers say it’s slow, and it’s definitely not fast by any stretch. However if you keep it in the “sport” mode it is more than adequate, even on the HWY. Reall no complaints with the new smartstream engine and transmission. The best part of this (for me) is the exterior styling. It looks like a baby version of the Pallisade, esp in darker colors. I love that you get a sunroof, heated seats and steering wheel plus all safety features for 24K$ the only thing I don’t love is the amount of hard touch plastics, though it is tastefully executed. The front seat could also have better lumbar, otherwise this car is a winner.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Sandee Archer from San Diego, CA
    Owns this car
    May 1, 2022

    Would have been 100% except for headlight issue

    I love my venue! However I just found out that when you have a headlight out you have to take it to a dealer you can’t just do it yourself! And it wouldn’t be so bad if they had the part in stock which they don’t. Not one dealer in San Diego had the part in stock! And of course my headlight went out on the weekend. So it takes 3 to 5 days for me to get a headlight fixed. Every other car I’ve owned I fix the headlight myself. I’m risking getting pulled over by driving at night with one headlight. You’re not supposed to it’s illegal; that’s why you get a ticket. And the hassle of getting pulled over who wants that? Another question is why did the head like go out after eight months? I’ve had cars for four years that I never had to replace the headlight. Good thing is it’s covered under warranty, and that is the only good thing about the headlight on the Hyundai venue. I don’t know when The warranty is over for the headlight, I think she told me it was three years or 36,000 miles. Good thing it happened now. But still I like to know why did my headlight go out after eight months? I’d like someone to answer that question. Does anybody know? Even if I had my lights on night and day for eight months it shouldn’t have gone out!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Georgia BOy from Albany, GA
    Owns this car
    April 20, 2022

    Finally, your money's worth.

    Own a 2021. The car is perfect for its niche. Great around town and in secondary roads. Interstate - well, it keeps up with traffic. On secondary roads I routinely average 39-41 MPG @ 65mph. Its a good car for the times. I take several 5 hour trips to Tampa a year. And it always performs well. Just a bit more grunt would be good. But then, I didn't buy a PORSCHE.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Tina M from PORT WENTWORTH
    Owns this car
    June 17, 2021

    Living my new car!

    I needed a car that was not to close to the road or not to high that we had to climb into it. My mom has a broken hip so the purchase needed to fit her as well as our budget. The Venue is exactly perfect for all our needs.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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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  • By Bwest from Colorado
    Owns this car
    June 13, 2021

    Great compact SUV

    I love the Venue! It’s a small SUV good for 1 or 2 people. Rides nice. Front wheel Drive. Front and rear camera. Lane assistant. Let’s you know when a car moves in front of you if you are sitting at a red light and not paying attention. This Venue will not be for everyone. I really like mine. Great gas mileage.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Snoopy from Albuquerque, New Mexico
    Test drove this car
    May 25, 2021

    A Joy Ride!!

    So far I’m enjoying it! I like the way the driver seat rises so I can see above the steering wheel. It’s the right size I wanted & very comfortable. The exterior & interior color is beautiful!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By Michael M. from Old Bridge, NJ
    Owns this car
    May 5, 2021

    Purchased 5/1/2021

    Bought this car to replace an 06 Scion xA with 180k miles on it. The Venue Denim comes loaded with so many features for the price it fit our needs.
    • 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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  • By Matthew from Mcconnelsville
    Owns this car
    May 5, 2021

    A great value for the money

    We needed a second car in addition to our excellent 2020 Palisade. We purchased a Denim edition Venue. The car is quirky, with a great look and interior. I love its uniqueness and personality. I wouldn't mind a few more horsepower, but performance on a day to day basis is certainly adequate for an economical car. Overall, the Venue Denim is the best value on the road in the entry level car market.
    • 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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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Hyundai VENUE?

The 2021 Hyundai VENUE is available in 3 trim levels:

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

What is the MPG of the 2021 Hyundai VENUE?

The 2021 Hyundai VENUE offers up to 30 MPG in city driving and 33 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.

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Is the 2021 Hyundai VENUE reliable?

The 2021 Hyundai VENUE has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Hyundai VENUE owners.

Is the 2021 Hyundai VENUE a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Hyundai VENUE. 96.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 26 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.8

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