Introduction If you are planning to bring home a Hyundai Venue this January, you might need to adjust your budget. As we step into 2026, Hyundai India has officially increased the prices of its popular compact SUV. While this price hike affects specific variants, there is also good news for bargain hunters looking for unsold 2025 stock. From the confirmed price increase to the first details of the “Next-Gen Venue” launching later this year, here is your complete guide to what’s happening with the Hyundai Venue in January 2026.

Jan 2026 Price Hike: How Much More Will You Pay?

Effective January 1, 2026, Hyundai has revised the prices of the Venue and Venue N Line. This decision comes as part of a broader industry trend where carmakers pass on rising input costs (like steel and precious metals) to customers at the start of the year.

Key Highlights of the Hike:

• Base Model: The entry-level variants (like the E and S) have seen a price jump of approximately ₹10,000.
• Mid-Spec Variants: The popular HX5 trims (mid-range with sunroof) have received a steeper hike, costing roughly ₹15,000 to ₹20,000 more than in December.
• The Surprise: Interestingly, the top-spec HX10 variants have largely been left unaffected by this hike, making the fully loaded model a better value proposition now compared to the mid-variants.
• N Line: The sporty Venue N Line has also become costlier by a flat ₹10,000 across most trims.

Note: The new starting price of the Hyundai Venue is now approx. ₹7.99 Lakh (ex-showroom).

Save Big: Discounts on 2025 Stock (MY25)

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While the 2026 manufactured models are costlier, dealerships are rushing to clear their old inventory. If you don’t mind a car manufactured in late 2025 (MY25), you can grab massive discounts this month.

• Total Benefits: Up to ₹60,000 to ₹84,000 depending on the variant.
• Breakdown:
  • Cash Discount: ~₹35,000
  • Exchange Bonus: ~₹20,000 – ₹25,000
  • Scrappage Bonus: Additional savings if you scrap an old car.
• New 2026 Stock: If you insist on a fresh 2026 manufactured car, offers are very low, mostly limited to a small exchange bonus of ₹5,000.

The Future: Next-Gen Venue Arriving in Late 2026

The biggest excitement for SUV buyers is the upcoming Next-Generation Hyundai Venue (Codename: QU2i). Reports suggest that Hyundai is preparing a major overhaul for the SUV later this year.

What to Expect from the 2026 Venue?

• Launch Timeline: Expected around the festive season (likely October 2026).
• Design: It will adopt a “Baby Creta” look with a squarish front fascia, connected tail lamps, and a more muscular stance.
• Interior Upgrade: Expect a complete dashboard redesign featuring dual 10.25-inch screens (infotainment + instrument cluster) joined together, similar to the new Verna and Creta.
• New Features: The 2026 model will likely introduce ADAS Level 2 (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), a 360-degree camera, and ventilated front seats as standard in higher trims.

Sales Update: Venue Remains a Strong Seller

Despite being one of the older cars in its segment, the Venue continues to sell well. In December 2025, Hyundai sold over 10,300 units of the Venue, making it the second best-selling Hyundai car in India after the Creta.

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