Hyundai Exter vs Hyundai Venue vs Toyota Taisor (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Exter if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.21 Lakh), the biggest boot (391 L).
- Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars).
- Pick the Toyota Taisor if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.5 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Exter | Hyundai Venue | Toyota Taisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.21 Lakh – ₹10.51 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.65 Lakh | ₹7.70 Lakh – ₹13.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L Kappa petrol / 1.2L bi-fuel CNG | 1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.2L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol (Boosterjet) |
| Max power | 82 bhp | 118 bhp | 99 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 19–27 kmpl | 17–24 kmpl | 20.0-22.8 km/l petrol, 28.5 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 391 L | 375 L | 308 L |
Hyundai Exter in short
The Exter is Hyundai's entry SUV and the direct answer to the Tata Punch, blending hatchback running costs with a high-riding stance. It packs segment-first kit such as a dashcam with dual cameras, a sunroof and six airbags as standard. The dual-cylinder CNG option keeps boot space usable, a clever touch rivals lack.
Full Exter 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 →Toyota Taisor in short
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor is Toyota's take on the Maruti Fronx, a coupe-styled crossover that straddles the hatchback and compact SUV segments. Its highlight is the peppy 1.0 Boosterjet turbo-petrol with a proper six-speed torque-converter automatic, a rarity at this price. Against the Fronx, Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter, it offers sportier looks and Toyota's warranty advantage.
Full Taisor prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Exter vs Venue vs Taisor — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Exter if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.21 Lakh), the biggest boot (391 L). Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars). Pick the Toyota Taisor if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.5 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Exter, Venue, Taisor?
The Hyundai Exter starts lowest at ₹6.21 Lakh, against ₹7.70 Lakh for the Taisor and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Venue (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Exter: not yet NCAP-tested; Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Toyota Taisor: not yet NCAP-tested.