Written by: BikeCarHub Editorial Team

Published on: 1th July 2025

Introduction

The compact SUV segment is one of India’s hottest battlegrounds. In 2025, the Hyundai Venue continues its reign with connectivity and versatility, while the Škoda Kylaq enters as a premium, safety-oriented challenger. Let’s dive into a comprehensive head-to-head.

Positioning & Pricing

Hyundai Venue (2025)

• Price range: ₹7.94 L to ₹13.62 L ex-showroom (including petrol, turbo petrol, diesel variants)
• A trendsetter in connected features, versatile powertrains, and urban dynamics

Škoda Kylaq (2025)

• Launch price starts at ₹8.25 L up to ₹13.99 L ex-showroom
• Škoda India's first sub-4m SUV, built on the MQB-A0-IN platform, focused on safety and style

BikeCarHub Verdict: Venue offers slightly more affordable entry pricing, while Kylaq positions itself as a premium offering.

Engine & Powertrain

Hyundai Venue

• 1.2L NA Petrol: 83 PS / 114 Nm -5-speed MT
• 1.0L Turbo Petrol (Kappa T-GDi): 118 PS / 172 Nm -6-speed MT, 7-speed DCT, or iMT
• 1.5L Diesel (Smartstream D1.5 VGT): 115 PS / 255 Nm - 6-speed MT

Škoda Kylaq

• 1.0L TSI Turbo Petrol: 115 PS / 178 Nm - 6-speed MT or torque-converter AT

BikeCarHub Verdict: Venue offers more engine and transmission versatility; Kylaq focuses on a refined, turbocharged petrol setup.

Fuel Efficiency (ARAI)

• Venue:
  • NA petrol: ~17.5 kmpl
  • Turbo petrol: ~18.3 kmpl
  • Diesel: ~23.4 kmpl
• Kylaq:
  • Manual petrol: 19.68 kmpl
  • Automatic petrol: 19.05 kmpl

BikeCarHub Verdict: Kylaq leads in petrol efficiency; Venue is more efficient in diesel.

Dimensions & Practicality

Insight: Kylaq offers more usable interior space and better cargo capacity; Venue provides a well-balanced footprint for urban use.

Safety & Build Quality

Hyundai Venue Safety Features:

• 6 airbags, ESC, HAC, VSM, TPMS, ISOFIX

Škoda Kylaq Safety Features:

• 5-star Bharat NCAP with crash-proven structure
• Over 25 safety systems including ESC, ABS, hill-hold, rollover protection, EDL, six airbags

BikeCarHub Verdict: Kylaq edges ahead with stronger passive safety credentials and crash ratings, while Venue is competent with full active safety coverage.

Design & Exterior Styling

Hyundai Venue

Fresh facelift boasts LED headlights, bold chrome grille, athletic front bumper.

Škoda Kylaq

Modern Solid design language, split LED DRLs, hexagonal cladding, EU styling cues, available in premium colors including Olive Gold.

BikeCarHub Verdict: Venue leans sporty and youthful; Kylaq projects a premium, rugged look subtle yet sophisticated.

Interior & Technology

Hyundai Venue Highlights:

• 8″ touchscreen, wireless Apple/Android Auto, Bluelink connected car with 60+ features
• Ambient lighting, sunroof, ventilated seats, dual-zone AC, Bose audio on top trims

Škoda Kylaq Highlights:

• 10.1″ touchscreen + 8″ digital driver display (top trims)
• Ventilated power seats, single-pane sunroof, auto-climate, wireless charging, premium materials

BikeCarHub Verdict: Venue shines in connected features and audio; Kylaq emphasizes ergonomic comfort and spacious, premium setup.

Drive & Handling

• Venue: Offers a nimble ride, light steering, choice of engines and transmissions to suit city or highway use; turbo MT and DCT offer performance layers.
• Kylaq: Built on a stable MQB platform—delivers composed ride with solid suspension tuning and European handling feel.

Variant & Pricing Overview

Hyundai Venue:

Multiple trims: E, S, S+, SX Executive, SX, SX Turbo/Diesel, SX(O) Knight/N Line, and Turbo DCT -- spanning ₹7.94-13.62 L

Škoda Kylaq:

• Classic: ₹7.89 L (MT only)
• Signature: ₹9.59 L (MT), ₹10.59 L (AT)
• Signature+: ₹11.40 L (MT), ₹12.40 L (AT)
• Prestige: ₹13.35 L (MT), ₹14.40 L (AT)

BikeCarHub Verdict: Venue offers more powertrain combinations; Kylaq positions itself as a premium single-engine model with potent safety and design.

Ownership Experience

• Hyundai: Extensive dealer, service network and connected feature updates via Bluelink; cost-effective servicing.
• Škoda: Gaining traction in metro areas, strong service feedback; premium ownership perks but limited coverage outside major cities; 3-year/100,000 km warranty.

Final Verdict: Who Should Buy Which?

• Choose the Venue if you want versatile powertrain options, strong connected tech, and broad service support.
• Choose the Kylaq if your focus is top-tier safety, premium space, and solidity within a compact SUV.

Summary

Both the Hyundai Venue and Škoda Kylaq present compelling offerings in 2025:

• Venue: More powertrain options, connected features, well-rounded urban appeal.
• Kylaq: Safety-first European build quality, spacious interior, single engine with focus.

Picking your SUV depends on what matters most: versatility & tech (Venue) or safety & refinement (Kylaq).

BikeCarHub always recommends taking a test drive of both vehicles to feel the difference yourself before making a purchase.

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