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Hyundai Venue vs Renault Kiger (2026)

Hyundai Venue (₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.83 Lakh) and Renault Kiger (₹6.30 Lakh – ₹11.30 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).

  • The Renault Kiger is more affordable — it starts ₹1.70 Lakh lower than the Hyundai Venue.
  • The Hyundai Venue is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 99 bhp.
  • The Hyundai Venue is more efficient on paper — up to 24 kmpl vs 20.5 kmpl.
  • The Hyundai Venue has the better crash-test score: 5 stars vs 4.
  • The Renault Kiger has the bigger boot: 405 litres vs 375 litres.

Specification Comparison

SpecHyundai VenueRenault Kiger
Ex-showroom price₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.83 Lakh₹6.30 Lakh – ₹11.30 Lakh
Engine / Motor1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel1.0L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol
Max power118 bhp99 bhp
Fuel optionsPetrol, DieselPetrol
TransmissionsManual, DCT, Torque Converter ATManual, AMT, CVT
Mileage (claimed)17–24 kmpl19.2-20.5 kmpl (ARAI)
Seating55
Safety rating5 stars4 stars
Airbags (max)66
Boot space375 L405 L

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.

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Renault Kiger in short

The Renault Kiger is the price warrior of the compact SUV class, refreshed in 2025 with a bolder face, updated cabin and six airbags. It significantly undercuts the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Brezza while offering a willing 100 PS turbo-petrol and a 405-litre boot. A four-star Global NCAP result counters the budget-badge perception.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper: Venue or Kiger?

The Renault Kiger is more affordable — it starts ₹1.70 Lakh lower than the Hyundai Venue. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)

Venue vs Kiger — which is safer?

The Hyundai Venue scores 5 stars and the Renault Kiger scores 4 stars in NCAP crash tests.

Should I buy the Venue or the Kiger?

The Renault Kiger is more affordable — it starts ₹1.70 Lakh lower than the Hyundai Venue. The Hyundai Venue is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 99 bhp. The Hyundai Venue is more efficient on paper — up to 24 kmpl vs 20.5 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.