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Hyundai Venue vs Renault Kiger vs Skoda Kylaq (2026)

The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (September 2026):

  • Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl), the best crash-test score (5 stars).
  • Pick the Renault Kiger if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.30 Lakh).
  • Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L).

Three-Way Specification Comparison

SpecHyundai VenueRenault KigerSkoda Kylaq
Ex-showroom price₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.65 Lakh₹6.30 Lakh – ₹11.30 Lakh₹7.59 Lakh – ₹12.99 Lakh
Engine / Motor1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel1.0L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol1.0L TSI turbo-petrol
Max power118 bhp99 bhp114 bhp
Fuel optionsPetrol, DieselPetrolPetrol
TransmissionsManual, DCT, Torque Converter ATManual, AMT, CVTManual, Torque Converter AT
Mileage (claimed)17–24 kmpl19.2-20.5 kmpl (ARAI)19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI)
Seating555
Safety rating5 stars4 stars5 stars
Airbags (max)666
Boot space375 L405 L446 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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Skoda Kylaq in short

The Kylaq is Skoda's first sub-4-metre SUV and its most affordable car in India, aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Every variant gets the willing 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, giving it the strongest driving manners in its class. A five-star Bharat NCAP result seals its family-car credentials.

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Head-to-head pairs

Frequently Asked Questions

Venue vs Kiger vs Kylaq — which should I buy?

Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl), the best crash-test score (5 stars). Pick the Renault Kiger if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.30 Lakh). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.

Which is the cheapest among Venue, Kiger, Kylaq?

The Renault Kiger starts lowest at ₹6.30 Lakh, against ₹7.59 Lakh for the Kylaq and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Venue (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Which is the safest of the three?

Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Renault Kiger: 4 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars.