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Hyundai Venue

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Generation First generation Venue — the global model adapted for SA with minor market-specific changes; no second-gen yet in SA Body style SUV
Venue is a discontinued South African SUV with historical specifications for used-car research.
ZAR 343,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 343,900
Engine:998cc (1.0L) Torque:172Nm (127 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:188mm (7.4″) Power:88kW (118 bhp) Boot355L (12.5 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 17.0 km/l (40 mpg)
City 13.8 km/l (32 mpg)
Highway 20.0 km/l (47 mpg)

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Hyundai Venue

Venue is a discontinued South African SUV with historical specifications for used-car research.

First generation Venue — the global model adapted for SA with minor market-specific changes; no second-gen yet in SA. The Venue has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. For a buyer searching the Venue price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. Engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol describes the opportunity; a power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm and a 6-Speed Manual transmission describe the conditions around it. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh warranty of 5 against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. A proper look at the Venue begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a front-wheel drive drivetrain sits beside a listed ground clearance of 188, while warranty of 5 sets a practical boundary. The Venue is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between Petrol power, engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm. A power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm describes the opportunity; a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission describe the conditions around it. The useful starting points are a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission and a front-wheel drive drivetrain; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. Venue is discontinued in South Africa, so a used example should be judged by condition, service history, parts support and remaining cover rather than a new-car price promise. The useful starting points are Petrol power and engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Venue. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Venue. Here, a 6-Speed Manual transmission sits beside a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain sets a practical boundary for Venue. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Venue. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Venue

Hyundai Venue — Quick Facts

Hyundai Venue Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0T iMT Motion Discontinued Motion Petrol Efficiency17.0 km/l Manual ZAR 343,900last listed
1.0T iMT Fluid Discontinued Fluid Petrol Efficiency17.0 km/l Manual ZAR 374,900last listed
1.0T DCT Executive Discontinued Executive Petrol Efficiency16.4 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 414,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0T iMT Motion Discontinued Motion Petrol Efficiency17.0 km/l Manual ZAR 343,900last listed
1.0T iMT Fluid Discontinued Fluid Petrol Efficiency17.0 km/l Manual ZAR 374,900last listed
1.0T DCT Executive Discontinued Executive Petrol Efficiency16.4 km/l 7-Speed DCT ZAR 414,900last listed
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Hyundai Venue Specifications

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Where the Hyundai Venue Fits Best

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Who buys this

The Venue represents a genuine evolution in its segment, balancing practical daily usability with longer-term ownership satisfaction. Venue makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission

City
Young buyers wanting an SUV without a heavy budget, urban families stepping up from a hatchback, style-focused buyers. Drive the Venue through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A listed ground clearance of 188 matters when the cabin or load is full, and warranty of 5 can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run Venue at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a listed ground clearance of 188 and warranty of 5 is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Venue out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for Venue. Engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm feels on a gradient for Venue. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for Venue
Off-Road
For Venue, the sensible check is the exact fwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the Venue will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for Venue. Check a front-wheel drive drivetrain against the stated drivetrain for Venue. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for Venue

Hyundai Venue — Should You Buy It?

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A used-buying option only when condition, history and remaining support justify the price.

Market positioning places the Venue as a premium vehicle for buyers prioritizing premium refinement. Ownership costs align with realistic expectations. The buying case for Venue is specific. A 6-Speed Manual transmission gives it a reason to be considered, while a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission and a front-wheel drive drivetrain set the boundaries. Venue is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Petrol power and accept the limitation represented by a 6-Speed Manual transmission. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Venue. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Venue

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Engine: 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 88 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
  • ✓Ground clearance: 188
  • ✓Warranty: 5
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Venue can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Venue depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Venue quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Venue budget.
  • ✕A short Venue test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Venue capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Venue grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Venue figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Venue stock and support terms.

Hyundai Venue FAQs

The retained historical listing for the Hyundai Venue shows R343,900 to R414,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

The Venue represents a genuine evolution in its segment, balancing practical daily usability with longer-term ownership satisfaction. Venue makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual transmission

Young buyers wanting an SUV without a heavy budget, urban families stepping up from a hatchback, style-focused buyers. Drive the Venue through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run Venue at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a listed ground clearance of 188 and warranty of 5 is more informative than maximum speed.

Buyers researching the Hyundai Venue often compare it with rivals such as Jaecoo J5 , Omoda C5 , Suzuki Across , Tata Curvv , KIA Sonet . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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