Although the 2022 Hyundai Venue is an excellent crossover, plenty of other competing compact SUVs are on the market now. You’re probably curious how the Venue stacks up against the competition. Kia, Hyundai’s sister company, produces the Soul that you can compare to the Venue. Let’s look at how the Venue compares to another capable Korean small SUV.
The 2022 Venue might be a little better for you if you’re on a tight budget. The Venue’s starting price of $19,000 is lower than the 2022 Soul’s starting price of $19,290. It may not be a tremendous difference, but it’s worth considering if you don’t want to overstretch your budget. Moreover, the price of the Soul’s higher trim levels rises quickly. If you’re searching for more features, you might be surprised at how much cash you’ll be shelling out to get them.
The 2022 Hyundai Venue has a well-assembled and roomy interior for a compact SUV. For tall drivers and passengers, the Venue offers some extra wiggle room. The Venue has 39.4 inches of front headroom and 41.3 inches of front legroom in the front row. In comparison, the Soul only has a front headroom of 38.3 inches and front legroom of 41.1 inches.
Drivers will like the shift knob and the leather-wrapped steering wheel offered as standard in the Hyundai Venue. Additionally, the Venue offers passive entry with a push-button start and heated front seats on the Limited.
The Venue is straightforward, with a 1.6L inline-four engine that produces 121 horsepower. The Venue also boasts excellent fuel economy for its class.
The Soul, meanwhile, is a little trickier. Its top Turbo trim comes with a separate 1.6L turbocharged engine, while all other models come with a 2.0-liter inline-four engine that produces 147 horsepower. The Soul’s fuel economy is determined by the wheel size you choose, with the 16- and 18-inch wheels getting similar mileage to the Venue.
The Venue and the Soul have Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection. This feature applies the brakes when needed to avoid an accident.
Another safety feature that both vehicles have is Driver Attention Warning. The warning system alerts you if you appear tired or preoccupied and reminds you to pull over and rest. It’s useful when driving at night or if one of your routine drives takes longer than usual.
However, while these features come standard on the Hyundai Venue, they’re only available as upgrades on the Soul, so you’ll have to spend more to get these.
With its safety features, spacious interior, and outstanding performance, the 2022 Hyundai Venue has what it takes to surpass its sister SUV.
The Venue is a fantastic choice if you’re searching for a small crossover that won’t break the bank and will get you safely where you need to go.
If we convince you that this SUV is perfect for you, stop by Wilson County Hyundai in Lebanon, TN, today to check out our selection of Venues or take one out for a test drive. We know once you get behind the wheel, you’ll be just as impressed as we are. Contact us today to learn more or schedule a visit.