Ever since Hyundai entered the Indian car market, it has maintained a record of making heart-winning cars like the Santro, i10, i20, Verna and Creta. Continuing this tradition, it has now unveiled its first Made-in-India Connected SUV, the Hyundai Venue. By Kumar Shree
The New Hyundai Venue
India’s second largest car manufacturer Hyundai Motor India Ltd. has unveiled India’s First Connected SUV — Hyundai Venue and the unveiling happened at the most unique venue, a Cruise Liner in midst of the Arabian Sea. The Hyundai Venue has been specially crafted with utmost focus to meet the needs of Indian youth who seek futuristic technology, space, comfort, safety and ergonomics coupled with new-age style.
The Styling
Modern design in a versatile yet compact package makes the Hyundai Venue a perfect car for those who are always on the go. Be it in the city, tough terrains or a road trip, Venue packs enough muscle to take it all. With an abundance of easy to use and practical features, Hyundai Venue ensures that it is absolutely seamless and provides you with complete safety and absolute peace of mind. A robust built and frame showcases the new interpretation of Hyundai’s signature design, while the bold mesh pattern front grille includes the new signature face.
The Engine And Powertrain
The Hyundai Venue will pack the first in-house developed 7-Speed transmission and power packed advanced Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) technology from Hyundai India. The Kappa 1.0 Ltr Turbo (T) Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) petrol engine, which ensures a better power delivery and fuel economy will also debut with this car. The 7 Speed (DCT) has been tested across the length and breadth of India to offer the absolute best performance at high speeds, off-road, hill-sides and harsh climatic conditions, thus making it your perfect road trip car.
Amenities, Comfort, Convenience And Safety
Hyundai Venue’s comfort, convenience and safety features are a perfect blend of style, proportion, architecture, and technology. The SUV has an appealing interior space and a comfortable cabin along with a host of features like the electric sunroof, wireless phone charging, air purifier, cruise control and many more. Hyundai Venue also packs an advanced safety system for safe and stress-free driving.
Hyundai Blue Link
Venue comes with an in-built, tamper-proof and the most advanced connectivity solution — the Hyundai Blue Link. It is Hyundai’s global technology, which has 33 features in total, out of which 10 are India-specific. This technology will enable practical connectivity along with safety, convenience and various other vehicle management relationship services. The Blue Link technology is first of its kind driving towards the new era of smart connected cars in India. The services will be complimentary for the first three years and would require a renewal after that.
Absolute Peace Of Mind
Hyundai Venue will come with three years/unlimited km warranty and roadside assistance. It will also offer the lowest cost of maintenance with doorstep service facility. With all these features, who’d say no to Venue — safe, hassle-free, and the perfect vehicle to enjoy your rides without any worry.
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