Hyundai Venue Celebrates 1 Lakh Bookings with New HX8 Diesel AT Variant

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2026-03-10

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Hyundai Venue Celebrates 1 Lakh Bookings with New HX8 Diesel AT Variant

New Venue HX8 Diesel AT Priced at Rs 13.70 Lakh Gets 1.5L diesel engine with 6-speed AT

Hyundai Motor India Limited has announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has received 1 lakh bookings. To celebrate the milestone, Hyundai has launched the new Venue HX8 diesel automatic (AT) variant at a price tag of Rs 13.70 lakh, ex-showroom. This new variant comes equipped with host of comfort and convenience features, including ventilated front seats and ambient lighting.

Key Features of the Venue HX8 Diesel AT Variant

* Front row ventilated seats
* Dual tone Leatherette seats with VENUE branding
* Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
* Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) vehicle updates
* Hyundai Bluelink (Connected car technology)
* Electric parking brake with auto hold
* Rear Disc Brakes
* Ambient Lighting – Crash pad & Central Console
* Drive mode selects (Eco, Normal, Sport)
* Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
* Paddle Shifters

The new Venue diesel version is powered by a tried & tested 1.5-litre CRDi engine mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. This engine is capable of producing 116hp and 250Nm of torque. The HX8 Diesel AT variant also gets three drive modes - Eco, Normal and Sport, and three traction control modes - Sand, Mud and Snow, along with paddle shifters.

Official Quote

Commenting on the 1 lakh bookings milestone and introduction of the new HX8 Diesel AT variant, Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai VENUE has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. This milestone reflects the growing aspiration for smart, connected and feature-rich mobility solutions that enhance everyday driving. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the VENUE lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience. It underscores our commitment to providing meaningful choices backed by advanced technology and superior value. At Hyundai, we remain focused on delivering future-ready products that resonate with evolving customer expectations and drive the next phase of mobility in India.”

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