2026 Hyundai Venue: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2026 Hyundai Venue is the removal of the Limited trim, leaving SE and SEL in the lineup. Otherwise, this is a light update rather than a redesign.
About the 2026 Hyundai Venue
1st generation (2020-2026 U.S. model years), seventh model year; no U.S.-market redesign or facelift
Hyundai positions the Venue as a city-friendly subcompact SUV that combines easy parking and maneuverability with upright seating, useful cargo flexibility, straightforward technology, and standard driver-assistance features. Its core appeal is fitting SUV-like space and visibility into a very small footprint. Compared with larger subcompact SUVs, the Venue emphasizes urban usability, simple controls, fuel economy, and wireless phone integration rather than high power, AWD, or off-road ability.
The SE remains the practical version, with an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and several driver-assistance features. The SEL focuses on added comfort and convenience, including heated front seats, automatic temperature control, a sunroof, wireless device charging, and blind-spot warning.
What changed, by category
2026 Hyundai Venue specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, IVT w/Shiftronic | Automatic, IVT w/Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 121 hp | 121 hp |
| Torque | 113 lb-ft | 113 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 31.9 cu-ft | 31.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.3 in | 34.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Heated Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Hyundai Venue?
The biggest change is that Hyundai drops the Limited trim for 2026. The Venue lineup consists of the SE and SEL trims.
What new features does the 2026 Hyundai Venue SEL get?
The 2026 Venue SEL gains heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, and wireless device charging. Its engine and basic layout remain unchanged.
Was the 2026 Hyundai Venue redesigned?
No, the 2026 Venue was not redesigned or refreshed. It remains part of the first generation and has no major body, chassis, lighting, or interior technology overhaul.
Did the 2026 Hyundai Venue get a new engine?
No, the 2026 Venue keeps its 121-horsepower 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, continuously variable automatic transmission, and front-wheel-drive layout.
Is the 2026 Hyundai Venue meaningfully different from the 2025 model?
Only slightly. The 2026 model drops the Limited trim, and the SEL gains three convenience features, while the SE and the Venue’s core powertrain, styling, and safety equipment largely carry over.