Reasons to pick Hyundai Venue
- 1you want the lower price of entry: Essential starts at $21,999.
- 2you prefer the subcompact suv with the clearer 3-trim staircase instead of restarting your research elsewhere.
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2026 Hyundai Venue vs 2026 Nissan Kicks
Your comparison
VenuevsKicks
- Price−$5,199
- Efficiency0.1 L/100 km
- Cargo+662.6 L
- Rows won2–3
Venue starts $5,199 lower. Kicks wins efficiency by 0.1 L/100 km. Kicks gives you 662.6 L more cargo room. Kicks reaches 6 core tracked features at the top trim. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Hyundai VenueNissan Kicks
Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
Entry price$5,199 lower
Venue
$21,999
Essential
Kicks
$27,198
Kicks S FWD CVT
Average trim price$6,923 lower
Venue
$24,232
3 tracked trims
Kicks
$31,155
7 tracked trims
| Metric | Hyundai Venue | Nissan Kicks | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $21,999 Essential | $27,198 Kicks S FWD CVT | $5,199 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $24,232 3 tracked trims | $31,155 7 tracked trims | $6,923 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 7.5 L/100 km Essential | 7.4 L/100 km Kicks S FWD CVT | 0.1 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 1,037 L Best published cargo figure | 1,699.6 L Best published cargo figure | 662.6 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | — Not published | No data |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 4 features Preferred at $24,099 | 4 features Kicks SV AWD CVT at $31,248 | =Tied |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 4 features Ultimate at $26,599 | 6 features Kicks SR Premium AWD CVT at $35,398 | +2 features |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: IIHS n/a · NHTSA 5 and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Hyundai Venue, versus IIHS n/a · NHTSA n/a and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Nissan Kicks.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Expanded rows6beyond the core table
Model reach3 vs 5Venue vs Kicks
Pair overlap2 shared4 one-sided
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
2
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
Adaptive cruise controlRight only
Venue
—
Doesn’t reach it
Kicks
$33,748
Kicks SR AWD CVT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: 12.3" Digital dashboard with fully digital gauges; Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection [[2015]]; ProPILOT Assist [[2068]]; Adjustable ambient interior accent lighting; Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) [[2089]] Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay; Heated steering wheel
Lane-keep supportRight only
Venue
—
Doesn’t reach it
Kicks
$33,748
Kicks SR AWD CVT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: 12.3" Digital dashboard with fully digital gauges; Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection [[2015]]; ProPILOT Assist [[2068]]; Adjustable ambient interior accent lighting; Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) [[2089]] Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay; Heated steering wheel
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
1
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
Wireless chargingLeft sooner
Venue
$21,999
Essential
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen; Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection; Wireless Charging Pad; Wireless Android Auto® & Apple CarPlay®; Front 3 Stage Heated Seats; Smartstream G1.6 (1,598cc) in-line 4 cylinder engine Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM; Wireless Android Auto® & Apple CarPlay®
Kicks
$28,948
Kicks SV FWD CVT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: Wireless Phone Charging Pad; Approach unlock/walk away lock; Remote Engine Start System with Intelligent Climate Control [[2078]]; Heated steering wheel; 17" Steel wheels with wheel covers Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay; Heated steering wheel
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
3
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
Premium upholsteryLeft only
Venue
$24,099
Preferred
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Proximity keyless entry system with push-button start; Drive Mode Selection; 15" alloy wheels; Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel; Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning; Smartstream G1.6 (1,598cc) in-line 4 cylinder engine Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM; Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel
Kicks
—
Doesn’t reach it
Moonroof / sunroofLeft sooner
Venue
$26,599
Ultimate
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: 17" alloy wheels; Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning; Power Sunroof; Automatic Temperature Control; LED headlights with LED accents; Smartstream G1.6 (1,598cc) in-line 4 cylinder engine Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM; Power Sunroof
Kicks
$32,048
Kicks SV Premium AWD CVT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) [[2036]]; Snow Mode; Panoramic Moonroof; Silver roof rails; Wireless Phone Charging Pad Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Panoramic roof; Panoramic Moonroof; Wireless Apple CarPlay; Moonroof; Heated steering wheel
Premium audioRight only
Venue
—
Doesn’t reach it
Kicks
$35,398
Kicks SR Premium AWD CVT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: Bose Personal® Plus audio system with 10 speakers, including Bose UltraNearfieldTM driver and front passenger headrest speakers [[1522]]; Panoramic Moonroof; ProPILOT Assist [[2068]]; 12.3" Digital dashboard with fully digital gauges; Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection [[2015]] Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof, surroundCamera, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Panoramic roof; Panoramic Moonroof; Bose Personal® Plus audio system with 10 speakers, including Bose UltraNearfieldTM driver and front passenger headrest speakers [[1522]]; Wireless Apple CarPlay; Moonroof; Heated steering wheel; Bose audio
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
| Equipment | Hyundai Venue | Nissan Kicks | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Adaptive cruise controlExpanded Only Kicks reaches adaptive cruise control. | — Doesn’t reach it | $33,748 Kicks SR AWD CVT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: 12.3" Digital dashboard with fully digital gauges; Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection [[2015]]; ProPILOT Assist [[2068]]; Adjustable ambient interior accent lighting; Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) [[2089]] Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay; Heated steering wheel | Right only |
Lane-keep supportExpanded Only Kicks reaches lane-keep support. | — Doesn’t reach it | $33,748 Kicks SR AWD CVT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: 12.3" Digital dashboard with fully digital gauges; Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection [[2015]]; ProPILOT Assist [[2068]]; Adjustable ambient interior accent lighting; Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) [[2089]] Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay; Heated steering wheel | Right only |
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
| Equipment | Hyundai Venue | Nissan Kicks | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Wireless chargingExpanded Venue unlocks it $6,949 sooner. | $21,999 Essential Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen; Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection; Wireless Charging Pad; Wireless Android Auto® & Apple CarPlay®; Front 3 Stage Heated Seats; Smartstream G1.6 (1,598cc) in-line 4 cylinder engine Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM; Wireless Android Auto® & Apple CarPlay® | $28,948 Kicks SV FWD CVT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: Wireless Phone Charging Pad; Approach unlock/walk away lock; Remote Engine Start System with Intelligent Climate Control [[2078]]; Heated steering wheel; 17" Steel wheels with wheel covers Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay; Heated steering wheel | Left sooner |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Hyundai Venue | Nissan Kicks | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium upholsteryExpanded Only Venue reaches premium upholstery. | $24,099 Preferred Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Proximity keyless entry system with push-button start; Drive Mode Selection; 15" alloy wheels; Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel; Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning; Smartstream G1.6 (1,598cc) in-line 4 cylinder engine Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM; Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Venue unlocks it $5,449 sooner. | $26,599 Ultimate Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: 17" alloy wheels; Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning; Power Sunroof; Automatic Temperature Control; LED headlights with LED accents; Smartstream G1.6 (1,598cc) in-line 4 cylinder engine Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM; Power Sunroof | $32,048 Kicks SV Premium AWD CVT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) [[2036]]; Snow Mode; Panoramic Moonroof; Silver roof rails; Wireless Phone Charging Pad Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Panoramic roof; Panoramic Moonroof; Wireless Apple CarPlay; Moonroof; Heated steering wheel | Left sooner |
Premium audioExpanded Only Kicks reaches premium audio. | — Doesn’t reach it | $35,398 Kicks SR Premium AWD CVT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Nissan highlights: Bose Personal® Plus audio system with 10 speakers, including Bose UltraNearfieldTM driver and front passenger headrest speakers [[1522]]; Panoramic Moonroof; ProPILOT Assist [[2068]]; 12.3" Digital dashboard with fully digital gauges; Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection [[2015]] Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof, surroundCamera, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Panoramic roof; Panoramic Moonroof; Bose Personal® Plus audio system with 10 speakers, including Bose UltraNearfieldTM driver and front passenger headrest speakers [[1522]]; Wireless Apple CarPlay; Moonroof; Heated steering wheel; Bose audio | Right only |
Trim Shortcuts
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
The cheapest acceptable version on each side.
Hyundai Venue$21,999
Essential
7.5 L/100 km efficiency3 features
Nissan Kicks$27,198
Kicks S FWD CVT
7.4 L/100 km efficiency3 features
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Venue | Essential | $21,999 | 7.5 L/100 km | 3 |
| Nissan Kicks | Kicks S FWD CVT | $27,198 | 7.4 L/100 km | 3 |