Kia Stonic v Hyundai Venue 2024 comparison review: The best new city SUV for buyers on a budget is?

The 2024 Kia Stonic and Hyundai Venue are two strong options for buyers that are looking for a new SUV but are on a tighter budget. With cost-of-living pressures prevalent, both of these pint-sized crossovers are out to prove that offer enough value for money to earn sales.
So, in this expert comparison review, CarsGuide Senior Journalist Richard Berry puts the Stonic's GT-Line flagship and Venue's Elite range-topper head-to-head to find out which Korean model should be at the top of buyers' shopping lists.
He compares the Stonic GT-Line and Venue Elite on all fronts, covering pricing, features, safety, practicality, engines, fuel efficiency and ownership, while also delivering his drive impressions of both city SUVs. That said, which one is best? Watch this video to find out.
#Kia #Stonic #Hyundai #Venue #review
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00:00 Intro
00:24 Pricing and features
01:49 Design
02:35 Design - Stonic
03:17 Design - Venue
04:03 Practicality
06:35 Under the bonnet
07:22 Driving - Stonic
10:38 Driving - Venue
14:10 Efficiency
15:22 Safety
15:47 Ownership
16:23 Verdict
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[@palebeachbum]

I prefer the Venue. I like the higher seating position, the better visibility, the smoother transmission, and the lack of turbo-lag. I also prefer the friendlier styling. Everything seems to be styled so angry these days. I just wish the Venue were a little bit longer for better rear legroom and cargo space.

[@krystellegibson9614]

Yes this is my thoughts exactly!

[@johnebuckland]

Good comparison. I adore the Hyundai Venue, it is so freindly looking. Props to Hyundai for hitting the nail on the head with it, I just wish the Active was still available in manual and 'smartsense' was optional. Adorable looking nonetheless.

[@Panzerkita61]

The best review I have ever seen on the Venue. My wife and I live in Canada, on the West Coast and love how this little 2023 beauty drives. Our previous vehicle was a 2018 Volkswagen Venue Highline and hated the vehicle. With its turban lag, the worst transmission on any vehicle we have ever owned (the damn thing never knew what fecking gear to be in) we hated it. For us, the Venue Ultimate (top of the line in Canada) is an excellent choice, and we don't miss the heavy, over priced Tiguan a bit. Cheers 😎

[@user-sj9bj9gu8v]

Very informative video and easy to understand. Love that it concentrates on the practicality of the cars, not just the bells and whistles. We are looking at buying our daughter a car in this size/type/price market so it has been extremely helpful.

[@MrJabez89]

Can I be your daughter?

[@indeepeterhopwood8106]

In a world where manufacturers are obsessed with horrible CVT autos I like that both of these come with a 6 speed manual.

[@papapanigale]

Nice to watch the presentation and truly entertains as well as informative. Kudos

[@sarahloc5371]

very informative, but I would like to see if the seats fold down completely flat and how much room it gives you.

[@sidjyothi]

Is the DCT in the stonic of a similar characteristic to the DSG in the 110tsi golf? Just as a point of reference

[@krystellegibson9614]

Love this video! These are two cars I stumbled on and ended up trying to decide between. The stonics definitely seem to be more popular, its hard to find any in stock but i personally think i prefer the deive of the Venue. I just cant get over the price difference (cheapest o xan find the base model Venue is $27k yet I can get the Sport model Syonic for $28.5k). Kias longer warranty and offer for 12 months rego is definitely more appealing also.

[@deevinyl07]

Does anyone know if the halogen lights on the Venue be changed into LED’s?

[@pulkeandmatuke.israelipunc2033]

Venue hands down ‼️

[@ziagarciasy9768]

I like the venue over stonic.. Got my eyes heart view😍😍😍

[@RonsonDalby]

I love the way you can lower the boot level in the Venue to make the boot deeper.

[@bradbarefoot2986]

You right on the money, I'm looking at the Venue and am waiting for the '24 model as to have the rear charging ports.

[@malcolmscott4150]

Driving a manual mostly I prefer a dual clutch transmission in town as long as you’re not expecting a conventional automatic slip that whilst it may be smoother if you drive like the accelerator is an on off switch, I take pleasure in knowing that in a dual clutch transmission 100% of drive is direct to the wheels with no power wastage. It requires a different driving style similar to a manual transmission car yes but ultimately more satisfying. I’d take the Stonic without question if was my choice.

[@peterbull3450]

Our Hyundai Elite is a beautiful car to drive. We use 98 high octane fuel that gives us 6.2 per 100 k using Echo mode same as our Getz. Elite has all the bells and whistles and you just don't want to get out of it. Amazing car. All lights are snow white not yellow. Boxy??? come on man. The seats and stitching is amazing and so comfortable and hug you like recaro seats would. Same engine as the 1.6ltr Getz start off by letting the car quickly get into 3rd gear and away you go. Sunroof is amazing and side weather yields front and back matching car mats and dash mat. Front windows tinted. Ceramic coating. Too many options to mention still reading the Hyundai bible they give you in a leather binder. The visibility is amazing. This car can move very smartly on 98 you just need to know how to use it. I can't understand under powered not true on 98. No city driving for us we go everywhere and just watch your speed the thing will get away on you. $315 service correct. We are driving a Elite we are speaking from experience.

[@jessecracknell7290]

Sorry hyundai I just got my25 stonic coming with turbo I'm loving how far kia come

[@avitalsheva]

Actually I absolutely admire that hard plastic , which is always nicely treatable and very good on touch. So I disagree on that point

[@user-qi7st2ky3e]

I have the Venue Very happy The radio is cutting out occasionally but I’m sure it will get soted

[@peterbull3450]

we don't use the radio so I can't comment we use Spotify for our music and waze as our preferred navigator as it tells you where the police are.

[@mssmith3604]

I have a 2014 i30, and it's radio began dying a couple of weeks ago. It sounds like it can't tune precisely to the carrier frequency of the broadcast station. I'm saddened to learn that Hyundai still can't get a decent radio. Do they import them from North Korea?

[@robertdawson2188]

Where U been matey , miss yr car reviews ,,,

[@rithykeo4870]

If choose venue goes red 🍒 color

[@mvnorsel6354]

I would never consider such a vehicle but I'm watching, does this indicate extreme loneliness 😅 ?

[@raymondrichardson6918]

Take it out of eco mode

[@johnbgood3488]

Hope BYD can build a EV ...to a similar sized Hyundai Venue starting at A$25000 and comes with a 500km range and a full sized spare wheel.

[@therighthonourabletimothy5448]

I am the happy owner of a Venue. The reviewer does not mention the Kia requires premium (expensive) fuel. The reviewer accurately outlined all the Venue's attributes. I am 6' 4" and the Venue satisfies all my current requirements. I understand however, that it wouldn't suit everyone.

[@vishdahiya4902]

I own Stonic GT and No it doesn't require premium (expensive) fuel. That's a lie. E10 does is fine. The turbo makes a big difference and it feels like a hot hatch.

[@therighthonourabletimothy5448]

​@@vishdahiya4902My mistake. Thanks for bringing it to my attention!

[@johnmartin7158]

⁠@@vishdahiya4902Hi, the GT sounds an awesome little vehicle. My wife’s son picks his XT up next week. The Stonic looks a lot of fun. The down side of DT clutch is obviously bumper to bumper driving, but on a little road trip and mild city traffic the Stonic should be just fine. Cheers NZ.

[@gordonpeterson7609]

Either car is fine for yesterday’s technology. An electric car/SUV is the only way to go. Try an Ioniq 5 AWD Ltd and it’ll very hard to match. I know it’s 3x the price but why not get the future now if it’s a tolerable spend. The difference is massive between the pair tested and an Ioniq 5.

[@Ted_adventurer]

Why do you always show the most expensive versions of cheap cars? We're looking because we want a cheap car.

[@mybluesky123]

Do people know Hyundai owns KIA?

[@leokadia333]

Yes.

[@JNy5873]

Same company. COUGH

[@RonsonDalby]

Hyundai owns 33% of Kia which gives Hyundai the controlling interest.

[@caravaggio495]

Dope tats bro 😎

[@sujpuj]

We miss the podcast