Hyundai Venue vs Skoda Kylaq vs Tata Nexon (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L).
- Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.37 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24.08 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Venue | Skoda Kylaq | Tata Nexon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.65 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh | ₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 114 bhp | 118 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17–24 kmpl | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 375 L | 446 L | 382 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.
Full Venue prices & variants →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.
Full Kylaq prices & variants →Tata Nexon in short
The Nexon is Tata's best-selling model and a perennial top-three player in India's cut-throat sub-4-metre SUV segment against the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. The 2023 facelift brought a dramatic Curvv-inspired design, twin digital displays and a 7-speed DCA automatic. It holds 5-star ratings from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP, and is the only car in the class with turbo-petrol, diesel and turbo-CNG options.
Full Nexon prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Venue vs Kylaq vs Nexon — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L). Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.37 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24.08 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Venue, Kylaq, Nexon?
The Tata Nexon starts lowest at ₹7.37 Lakh, against ₹8.00 Lakh for the Venue and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars; Tata Nexon: 5 stars.