Less than two months after launching the second-generation Hyundai Venue, Hyundai has added a new variant to the model’s line-up. Priced at Rs 9.99 lakh, the HX5+ is only offered with the 1.2-litre NA petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and is slotted above the HX5. Here is what prospective buyers of the Hyundai Venue HX5+ will get.
- Venue HX5+ costs around Rs 85,000 more than the HX5 and about Rs 33,000 less than the HX6
- It is offered only with the naturally aspirated petrol engine and manual gearbox
- Hyundai has also added an adjustable driver’s seat to the HX4
Exterior
Gets select features from the Venue HX6 for a more premium look.
The Hyundai Venue HX5+ gets the quad-beam LED headlights and the prominent roof rails from the higher HX6 trim. The HX5+ also features a rear wiper and washer, improving overall safety. However, the 15-inch steel wheels (with covers), front and rear faux skid plates, and body-coloured outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs) and door handles have been carried over from the HX5. Also, the HX5+ lacks the black-painted ORVMs and roof spoiler seen on the HX6.
Interior
The Venue HX5+ adds more convenience-related features over the HX5.
For those who like to be chauffeur-driven, the inclusion of a rear sunshade is definitely welcome. Hyundai has also included a wireless charging pad, which means fewer cables and a clutter-free centre console. Sticking to the centre console area, the HX5+ comes with an armrest with an integrated storage cubby. Compared to the HX5, the driver’s side power window here features a one-shot up/down function.
Powertrain
The Venue HX5+ uses the same NA petrol engine as the HX5.
Under the bonnet of the Hyundai Venue HX5+ is a 1.2-litre four-cylinder ‘Kappa’ engine that produces 83hp and around 115Nm of torque. This is the same mill that does duty from the base HX2 variant right up to the HX6T, and it is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission as standard. The Hyundai Venue 1.2 has an ARAI-rated mileage of 18.05kpl.
Hyundai Venue HX5+ price
The Hyundai Venue HX5 1.2 MT is priced at Rs 9.15 lakh, while the HX6 with the same powertrain costs Rs 10.43 lakh. This means that the new HX5+ variant is roughly Rs 85,000 more expensive than the HX5. For an additional Rs 33,000 or so, the HX6 gets automatic climate control, a rear parcel tray, a leather-wrapped gear knob and split-folding rear seats. However, compared to the HX5, the HX5+ gets more modern headlights and practical interior features that will enhance the overall ownership experience.
All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi.
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