Citroen AircrossX vs Hyundai Venue vs Kia Syros (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (October 2026):
- Pick the Citroen AircrossX if you want the most seats (7).
- Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the lowest starting price (₹8.00 Lakh), the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl).
- Pick the Kia Syros if you want the biggest boot (465 L).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
Citroen AircrossX in short
The AircrossX is the October 2025 refresh of the C3 Aircross, and at ₹8.89 lakh it is India's cheapest 7-seat SUV. It offers 5- and 7-seat layouts, 200 mm of ground clearance, a 444-litre boot in 5-seat form and the same 82 PS NA / 110 PS turbo 1.2 petrol pair as the BasaltX with 6-speed manual or torque-converter automatic. A 5-star Bharat NCAP adult-occupant rating and six standard airbags give it a safety edge over the Maruti Ertiga and Renault Triber it undercuts on the 7-seat count.
Full AircrossX prices & variants →Hyundai Venue in short
The second-generation Venue, launched in late 2025, is Hyundai's volume compact SUV against the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon and Kia Sonet. It grew in size and moved decisively upmarket with dual curved displays, Level 2 ADAS and a diesel automatic option. A 5-star Bharat NCAP result finally silences criticism of the old car's safety.
Full Venue prices & variants →Kia Syros in short
Launched in early 2025, the Kia Syros slots between the Sonet and Seltos with boxy, EV3-inspired styling and a surprisingly premium cabin. It brings big-car features to the sub-4-metre class, including a panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS and segment-first reclining-and-sliding rear seats with ventilation. A 5-star Bharat NCAP rating strengthens its case against the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza and its own sibling, the Sonet.
Full Syros prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
AircrossX vs Venue vs Syros — which should I buy?
Pick the Citroen AircrossX if you want the most seats (7). Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the lowest starting price (₹8.00 Lakh), the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl). Pick the Kia Syros if you want the biggest boot (465 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among AircrossX, Venue, Syros?
The Hyundai Venue starts lowest at ₹8.00 Lakh, against ₹8.42 Lakh for the Syros and ₹8.89 Lakh for the AircrossX (ex-showroom, October 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Citroen AircrossX: 5 stars; Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Kia Syros: 5 stars.