Kia Niro vs. Hyundai VENUE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Niro and Hyundai VENUE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Kia Niro and the Hyundai VENUE.
When we compare the Kia Niro's and the Hyundai VENUE's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Hyundai VENUE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Kia Niro's and the Hyundai VENUE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2024 Kia Niro ranges from $26,653 to $37,088 while a used 2024 Hyundai VENUE is priced between $21,544 to $25,089. For a new model, the Kia Niro's price is between $28,375 and $37,092, with the Hyundai VENUE priced between $21,829 and $25,112.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Niro loses 40.4 percent of its value and the Hyundai VENUE loses 35.6 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai VENUE retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Niro.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Kia Niro’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the Hyundai VENUE base engine makes 121 horsepower. The Niro is rated to deliver an average of 49 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The VENUE is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 393 miles. This gives the Kia Niro the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai VENUE. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Niro, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Kia Niro has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai VENUE, with an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
28375 - 37092
Starting MSRP:
26940
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
34243
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
26940 - 41400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
21829 - 25112
Starting MSRP:
19900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
24740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19900 - 32650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
31557
Price Range:
26653 - 37088
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
37402
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
31557 - 43791
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
113
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
14189
# Good or Great Deals:
37
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
23526
Price Range:
21544 - 25089
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
29059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23526 - 38837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
355
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
15065
# Good or Great Deals:
126
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
11293
Depreciation %:
0.41917658
Resale Value $:
15647
Residual Value %:
0.58082342
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
0.42109205
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
0.41308613 - 0.43350384
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
7357
Depreciation %:
0.36967921
Resale Value $:
12543
Residual Value %:
0.6303207900000001
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.36749929
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.2801152 - 0.4291516
Kia Niro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.382003 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.986009 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Hyundai VENUE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.287562 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Niro
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.081
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai VENUE
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.221684094001092
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
1.7 - 3.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.027988171500871
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Kia Niro Rankings
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36 out of / 36Hyundai VENUE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 56Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
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67 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Niro Trim Levels
EX, EX Touring, LX, SX, SX Touring
Hyundai VENUE Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.28 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
113 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
53 / 45 / 49
Range (city/hwy):
588 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 33 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 393 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
22.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
31.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3071 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2612 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61.6 inches
Length:
159.1 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
185/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Gray
Graphite Gray / Steel Gray
Red
Runway Red
White
Snow White Pearl
Blue
Not available
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black
Gray
Ecotronic Gray Pearl
Red
Ultimate Red
White
Lunar White
Blue
Intense Blue
Green
Green Apple
Silver
Shimmering Silver
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Interior Colors
Black
Black
