KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 2026 Hyundai Venue introduces new HX variant naming strategy.
- New exterior colours and dual-tone options enhance Venues appeal.
- Dark Navy and Dove Grey interior replaces black-beige theme.
- Retained engines with more gearbox flexibility across trims.
- HX 5 offers widest engine and gearbox combinations.
Hyundai has officially unveiled the 2026 Venue, setting the stage for its market launch on November 4th, 2025. While the official debut is still a few days away, leaked marketing material has revealed a deep dive into the variant hierarchy and engine-wise configurations - giving us a clear idea of how Hyundai plans to position its popular sub-4m SUV this time around. Let's break it all down in detail. Before moving ahead, join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay versed on the latest automotive news.
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2026 Hyundai Venue: Revamped Variant Structure
The 2026 Venue brings with it a brand-new naming strategy for its trims, under the "HX" banner - short for Hyundai Xperience. The lineup now consists of HX 2, HX 4, HX 5, HX 6, HX 6T, HX 7, HX 8, and HX 10, skipping the numbers 3 and 9 altogether. Bookings for the SUV have already commenced across dealerships for a token amount of Rs. 25,000.
2026 Hyundai Venue: New Colours Inside and Out
Hyundai has expanded the Venue's colour palette for 2026, introducing several fresh shades and dual-tone options:
Exterior Colours:
- Mystic Sapphire
- Hazel Blue
- Dragon Red
- Atlas White
- Titan Grey
- Abyss Black
Dual-Tone Options:
- Atlas White with Abyss Black Roof
- Hazel Blue with Abyss Black Roof
Interior Theme:
- A fresh Dark Navy and Dove Grey combination replaces the older black-beige setup, adding a more premium and youthful appeal.
Engine Options - Familiar but More Flexible
Despite the update, Hyundai has decided to retain its proven trio of engines - with added gearbox flexibility and wider variant availability.
| Engine | Type | Powertrain Options |
|---|---|---|
| 1.2L Kappa MPI | Petrol (Naturally Aspirated) | 5-Speed MT |
| 1.0L Kappa Turbo GDi | Petrol (Turbocharged) | 6-Speed MT / 7-Speed DCT |
| 1.5L U2 CRDi | Diesel | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
This time, Hyundai seems to be targeting a broader range of buyers, from daily commuters to enthusiasts, by mixing and matching these powertrains more strategically across trims.
Engine-Wise Variant Availability
The leaked document gives us a clear picture of how these engines are distributed across the HX lineup.
| Trim Level | 1.2L Kappa MPI (5MT) | 1.0L Turbo GDi (6MT) | 1.0L Turbo GDi (7DCT) | 1.5L Diesel (6MT) | 1.5L Diesel (6AT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HX 2 | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
| HX 4 | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| HX 5 | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| HX 6 | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| HX 6T | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| HX 7 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
| HX 8 | Not Available | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| HX 10 | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
Highlights:
- The HX 5 variant is the most versatile, offering the widest range of engine and gearbox combinations.
- The 1.0L Turbo Petrol now surprisingly starts right from the base HX 2 trim, a rare move in this segment.
- The Diesel Automatic (6AT) combo makes its Venue debut with this facelift.
- The HX 7 trim exclusively caters to Diesel MT buyers, while HX 6T is limited to the 1.2L NA Petrol MT setup.
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Verdict
The 2026 Hyundai Venue looks poised to strengthen its position as one of the most feature-packed and flexible subcompact SUVs in the country. With more variant diversity, dual-tone styling, a richer cabin, and the long-awaited Diesel Automatic, Hyundai seems ready to set new benchmarks in the segment.
As we move closer to the November 4 launch, it will be exciting to see how Hyundai prices each variant - especially the HX 5 and HX 10 trims, which promise the most comprehensive configurations yet.
