Hyundai Venue crosses 8 lakh sales milestone, becomes third best selling compact SUV

The Hyundai Venue has reached a significant milestone with total domestic sales of 8,02,221 units by the end of May 2026. This achievement makes the Venue the second Hyundai model, after the Creta, to surpass 8 lakh cumulative sales in India. It is also the third compact SUV overall to reach this figure, following the Maruti Brezza and Tata Nexon.

Key Highlights

• Hyundai Venue reaches 8,02,221 domestic sales by May 2026
• Venue becomes third compact SUV to cross 8 lakh sales after Brezza and Nexon
• Over 8.5 lakh Venue units sold globally, including exports
• Venue accounts for 36 percent of Hyundai UV sales since 2019
• The second-generation Venue launched in November 2026, boosts sales growth

Sales Milestones and Growth

Since its launch in May 2019, the Venue has seen strong demand. The first-generation Venue sold 50,000 units within six months of launch. It crossed 1 lakh units in 15 months and 2 lakh units in 25 months. The next milestones, 3 lakh and 4 lakh units, were achieved in 11 months each. The Hyundai Venue reached 5 lakh sales in November 2023, 6 lakh in October 2024, and 7 lakh in early September 2025.

The final 1 lakh units, completing the 8 lakh mark, were sold in just nine months from September 2025 to May 2026, boosted by the new-generation model introduced in November 2026. In addition to domestic sales, Hyundai has exported over 55,000 Venue units since its launch. This brings the total number of Venue vehicles sold globally to more than 8.5 lakh units by May 2026.

Yearly Performance and Market Share

Hyundai recorded its best-ever Venue sales in FY2024, with a 7 percent year-on-year increase. However, sales declined by 7 percent in FY2025. The decline slowed in FY2026, mainly due to the introduction of the new-generation Venue. In 2026, Hyundai sold 11,637 Venue units as of May 31, marking a 23 percent increase compared to the previous year.

Since May 2019, the Venue has accounted for 36 percent of Hyundai’s total utility vehicle (UV) sales in India. The Hyundai Creta remains Hyundai’s top-selling UV, with 10,60,664 units sold and a 48 percent share during the same period.

Variants, Engines, and Pricing

The second-generation Venue comes with three engine options: an 83 HP, 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine; a 116 HP, 1.5-liter diesel engine; and a 120 HP, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. The 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is also used in the Venue N Line variant.

The standard Venue is available in eight trims: HX2, HX4, HX5, HX6, HX6T, HX7, HX8, and HX10. Prices range from Rs 8 lakh to Rs 15.65 lakh (ex-showroom). The Hyundai Venue N Line is offered in two trims, N6 and N10, priced from Rs 10.66 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

Comparison with Segment Rivals

The Hyundai Venue remains behind its main competitors in total sales. The Maruti Brezza has crossed 14.5 lakh units, while the Tata Nexon has surpassed 10.5 lakh units in the compact SUV segment.

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CarBike 360 Says

Hyundai Venue’s milestone of crossing 8 lakh domestic sales highlights its strong market appeal and consistent performance in a competitive segment. With its blend of modern features, efficient powertrains, and urban-friendly design, the Venue continues to attract a wide customer base, reinforcing Hyundai’s leadership and setting a strong benchmark for compact SUVs in India.