2023 Hyundai Venue Review

The Venue performs reliably, with Front-Wheel Drive on every vehicle. This car has a 1.6-liter and 4-cylinder engine with a continuously variable automatic transmission. It hosts 121 horsepower and 122 lb-ft of torque. Venue drivers rave over the vehicle's fuel economy, which has a combined gas mileage of 31 mpg. They earn 33 mpg at highway speeds.

Responsive and light, the 2023 Hyundai Venue is made for an urban lifestyle, while easily weaving in and out of traffic and hard-to-reach parking spots. This vehicle has a turning radius of 16.6 feet which many drivers love.

What makes the 2023 and the 2022 Hyundai Venue different is its new standard features. These changes include a Rear Occupant Alert, a map lamp, a 4.2 digital colorized cluster display, and a center console armrest. These were either not offered or only on higher trim levels. Today, they are the standard for every 2023 Venue that leaves the dealership lot.

One favorite performance feature for the 2023 Venue is the Snow Mode. When driving from Phoenix AZ to Flagstaff in the wintertime, you’ll find this feature to come in handy. It enhances the traction control system, even in a Front-Wheel Drive vehicle.

With LED projector headlights, the Hyundai Venue Limited claimed a Top Safety Pick from the IIHS. Additionally, the Venue’s fantastic safety assistance has a forward collision warning and pedestrian detection. Either one can trigger an emergency auto brake to assist the driver.

There’s a lane keep assist that combines a Warning and Steering Assist. The car's high beams can automatically respond to light levels, relieving the driver of concerns when driving in the dark.

SEL and Limited trim levels add an additional blind spot monitoring. This helps the driver choose the right time for a lane change. The rear cross-traffic alert watches for traffic while the Venue is in reverse.

2023 Venue models are built with families in mind. The cabin has LATCH attachments in the rear seats. There is a rear occupant alert, reminding parents to check the backseat for any needed items, children, or pets, keeping the whole family safe.

The 2023 Venue is a plush, reliable, and comfy ride. Drivers truly get more than what they pay for with this vehicle.

The driver and passenger seats are adjustable, and the cockpit has a large driver display and digital cluster gauge. The infotainment system’s 8-inch screen is perfect for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless. It blends seamlessly with a digital map, getting you where you need to go.

The steering wheel is adjustable and has all the convenient buttons to assist with Bluetooth, music volume, phone calls, Cruise Control, and more. You can expect the 2023 Hyundai Venue to be equipped with a USB port for your smartphone, allowing you to have more control over entertainment.

The Venue is perfect for those on a budget. This car is charted as 43 percent less expensive than your typical compact SUV. However, the 2023 Venue’s low price has never sacrificed high reviews.

In fact, Cars review website gave this subcompact SUV the Best Value Vehicle Award in 2021 and Consumer Guide gave this vehicle the 2022 Best Buy Award, proving that the Venue has held its value over the years.

Another financial incentive of the 2023 Hyundai Venue is that it qualifies for the nation’s longest warranty. The Venue has a Limited Warranty for five years, a Powertrain Warranty for ten years, as well as complimentary vehicle maintenance for three years.

This inclusive-warranty coverage is a major reason why so many shoppers that are looking for a subcompact SUV are turning to the Hyundai Venue rather than rivals such as the Nissan Kicks.

Warranty aside, the Venue has insurance perks. Overall, the 2023 Venue has low insurance rates, despite being a new vehicle. This is because the Venue has a history of fewer car crashes and safety features, giving you and your wallet peace of mind.

The Venue’s interior design doesn’t over-reach, but that is just right for the urban customer. The seats come wrapped in Hyundai special cloth upholstery and air conditioning amenities to help with the AZ heat.

This year’s Venue emphasizes a practical with two rows of well-cushioned seating. There’s a real emphasis on fit and finish. Venue drivers will discover that although affordable, the cabin is well-put together, ensuring that this automobile will be around for a long time.

Although this is a subcompact SUV, the cabin is reported to feel remarkably spacious for tall passengers. Hyundai packed 91.9 cubic feet of passenger room in this 110.6 cubic feet interior.

For the front row, the driver and passenger will have 39.4 inches of headroom and 41.3 inches of legroom. For rear passengers, they will have 38.6 inches of headroom and 34.3 inches to stretch their legs.

As far as trunk space goes, Venue drivers will have 18.7 cubic feet of room. The rear hatch is tall and wide, giving plenty of room for road trip storage and groceries. The Venue has a dual-height cargo floor for greater storage.

For even more space, the Venue’s rear row can fold completely into the cabin, or can even be split-folded. At the cabin’s largest, the Venue has 32 cubic feet of open cargo space.

The 2023 Hyundai Venue can certainly make whatever statement the driver wants basing on its color options. These vibrant color options include Intense Blue, Scarlet Red, and a luscious Green Apple. More relaxed options include Stellar Silver, Galactic Gray, and Black Noir.

The Venue’s standard grille is rendered in black, however, the SEL and Limited trim levels have a chrome grille. Additionally, Limited models wear the largest alloy wheels and have LEDs for all types of exterior lighting.

The Venue keeps its trim options simple with just three models available. This includes Venue SE, SEL, and Limited.

The Venue SE is the base model for the Venue and starts at an affordable price point. This vehicle has excellent gas mileage, standard safety features, and a fantastic infotainment system experience. The exterior has important amenities such as power-adjustable side mirrors and keyless entry.

With power-adjustable side mirrors, keyless entry, automatic AC, and stereo speakers the Venue SEL is the most popular trim level. Drivers enjoy a sliding armrest and a one-touch automatic-up window. There is an additional tilt-and-slide power sunroof and leather trims on the shift knob and steering wheel.

There is more driver assistance for this vehicle. For example, the SEL trim adds built-in navigation and real-time traffic updates, making this model the perfect commuter vehicle.

The Venue Limited is the last, and highest trim, available for this vehicle. The Limited is a borderline-luxury model that comes with three years of complimentary Blue Link and other plush features.

Limited model cabins have a special HTex upholstery that brings a new ambiance to the Venue. Drivers have power heated front seats, LED headlights, a push-button start, and an exclusive two-tone roof. And for the first time, Venue Limited models have a wireless charger for smartphones.

For those who are interested in this urban-minded and affordable vehicle, you can check out our inventory. Then take a test drive at North Scottsdale’s Earnhardt Hyundai dealership.