Hyundai Venue v/s Maruti Brezza: Which one to buy
What's the story
Hyundai's all-new Venue looks primed to dethrone the segment leader Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. The sub-compact SUV has got off to a flying start by receiving nearly 25,000 bookings in its debut month. In comparison, the Brezza has recorded a massive 44% YoY decline in May 2019 by selling only 8,781 units. Here's more on the popular Hyundai Venue models
Hot seller
Venue's 1.0 GDI turbo petrol variant gets maximum demand
The Hyundai Venue's 1.0 GDI turbo petrol engine is one of the best selling variants, enjoying nearly 50% of the demand. Meanwhile, in the petrol models, the DCT (automatic) trim is the most popular one, recording over 35% of all bookings. The diesel model comes second with a 40% popularity while the lower cost 1.2 Kappa petrol variant is the least popular one.
Power and performance
Here's a look at the engine options available on Venue
The Hyundai Venue's 1.0-liter turbocharged GDI petrol engine, available with 7-speed dual-clutch transmission or 6-speed manual transmission, churns out 118bhp of power and 172Nm of peak torque. The 1.2-liter petrol unit, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox, produces 82bhp of power and 115Nm of torque. The 1.4-liter diesel mil, combined with a 6-speed manual transmission, generates 89bhp of power and 220Nm of peak torque.
Styling
Hyundai Venue: At a glance
The Hyundai Venue follows the design language of Santa Fe and Palisade with a chromed cascading front grille, large roof rails, an electric sunroof, and 16-inch alloy wheels. It also gets projector headlamps, high mounted indicators, projector fog lamps, LED DRLs and LED taillamps with Z cluster pattern. The subcompact SUV is available in 7 color finishes including three Dual Tone options.
Interiors
Inside the cabin
The five-seater Hyundai Venue offers an all-black cabin with some chrome-like accents, cooled glovebox, automatic climate control, and rear AC vents. Touted as India's first connected sub-compact SUV, the car gets a proprietary BlueLink connectivity system which offers features such as geo-fencing, speed alerts, SOS, and roadside assistance. There's also an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with support for Android Auto and Apple Carplay.
Information
Pricing and availability
The Hyundai Venue is offered in four trims: E, S, SX, SX(O). In India, its prices start at Rs. 6.5 lakh for the 1.2 Kappa MT E base model and go upto Rs. 10.84 lakh for the top-end 1.4 CRDi MT SX(O)model (both prices ex-showroom).
At a glance
Here's what Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza offers
At a starting price of Rs. 6.99 lakh, the Brezza offers a roomy cabin but it isn't the most modern-looking car. However, the top models do get hi-tech features like a large touchscreen with navigation and a reverse camera. The other downside to Brezza is that it lacks a petrol option. The car offers 1248cc diesel engine with a 5-speed manual or automatic transmission.