Hyundai has made the Venue with a sunroof more affordable by launching the new S+ entry-level variant at ₹9.35 lakh (ex-showroom). Hyundai’s compact SUV has been under pressure from recent competitors like the Mahindra XUV300 and the updated Tata Nexon. To maintain its edge, Hyundai has been consistently updating the Venue’s lineup and features, including the recent introduction of the Venue S(O) variant.
Venue S+: Features and Positioning
The Venue S+ aims to attract buyers looking for an affordable sunroof-equipped SUV, positioned to compete with entry-level variants of the XUV300 and Nexon. This variant is powered by a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine generating 82hp, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. At ₹9.35 lakh, the Venue S+ becomes the most budget-friendly variant in its lineup to offer a sunroof. It also features a digital instrument cluster, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, rear AC vents, TPMS, and automatic headlamps.
Competitive Comparison
The Venue S+ is priced slightly above the XUV300 MX2 Pro, which costs ₹8.99 lakh. While the XUV300 includes a sunroof, it comes with a more powerful 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine compared to the naturally aspirated engine in the Venue. Meanwhile, the entry-level Nexon Smart+ S 1.2 petrol is priced at ₹9.40 lakh (ex-showroom), placing the Venue S+ squarely in a competitive segment.