Hyundai Venue is a sub-4 metre compact SUV and is among the best selling cars of Hyundai. It was launched in 2019 first and the latest generation Hyundai Venue was launched in 2025. The engine options such as 1.2-Litre Naturally Aspirated (NA) 4-Cylinder Petrol engine, 1.0-Litre Turbocharged Petrol engine, and 1.5-Litre Turbo Diesel engine are offered with the latest models of Venue. The NA petrol engine is only paired with a 5-speed manual transmission whereas the diesel engine is paired with either 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter (automatic) transmission. The turbo petrol variants of Venue come with either 6-speed manual or 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT).
Maruti Fronx is a 5-seater subcompact crossover SUV that is known for its fuel-efficiency and reliability. The 1.2-litre NA petrol engine of Fronx is paired with a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT transmission. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol models of Fronx offer 5-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter (automatic) transmission options. The CNG variants of Fronx are paired only with the 5-speed manual transmission. In this blog, we will compare the claimed and real-world mileage figures of both Venue and Fronx.
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Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx: Key Specs
Before comparing Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx on the basis of their fuel-efficiency, let’s take a look at their specifications. The below table contains the specs of both these cars in detail:
| Specification | Hyundai Venue | Maruti Fronx |
| Engine | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated (NA) petrol engine1.0-litre Turbo-Petrol1.5-Litre Turbo Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated (NA) petrol engine1.0-litre Boosterjet Turbo-Petrol1.2-Litre DualJet CNG |
| Displacement | Petrol: 1197 cc /998 cc (Turbo Petrol) Diesel: 1493 cc | Petrol: 1197 cc /998 cc (Turbo Petrol) CNG: 1199 cc |
| Power | Petrol: 83 bhp – 120 bhp (Turbo Petrol)Diesel: 114 bhp | Petrol: 89 PS – 100 PS (Turbo Petrol)CNG: 77.5 PS |
| Torque | Petrol: 115 – 172 Nm (Turbo Petrol)Diesel: 250 Nm | Petrol: 113 – 147.6 Nm (Turbo Petrol)CNG: 98.5 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual transmission (MT)6-speed MT6-speed TC7-Speed DCT | 5-speed manual transmission (MT)5-speed automatic transmission (AMT)6-speed manual (turbo petrol) |
| Drive layout | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Kerb weight | 1030 kg to 1192 kg (depending upon the variant) | 1050 kg to 1060 kg (depending upon the variant) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 45 litres | Petrol: 37 litres CNG: 60 litres (water equivalent) |
Venue models generate more power and torque than Fronx models. More powerful cars usually deliver less mileage as their engines have to work more in order to produce the power which eventually leads to faster fuel consumption. Their higher kerb weight as compared to the Fronx models could also affect their fuel-efficiency.
Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx: ARAI Claimed Mileage
ARAI is an independent organisation that directly works under the department of transport and evaluates cars on the basis of the safety, build-quality, mileage, and other aspects. The ARAI claimed mileage figures tend to be higher because these tests are conducted in ideal conditions with minimum load and smooth road conditions without any traffic. However, these conditions are not met while driving in real-world conditions which eventually reduces the fuel-efficiency of the cars. The below table highlights the claimed mileage figures of both Hyundai Venue and Maruti Fronx models:
| Engine & Transmission | Fuel Type | Hyundai Venue – ARAI Mileage (km/l) | Maruti Fronx – ARAI Mileage (km/l) |
| 1.2-litre NA Petrol – 5-Speed MT | Petrol | 18.05 km/l | 21.79 km/l |
| 1.2-litre NA Petrol – 5-Speed AMT | 22.89 km/l | ||
| 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol – 6-Speed MT/5-Speed MT | Turbo Petrol | 18.74 km/l | 21.50 km/l |
| 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol – 7-Speed DCT / 6-speed torque converter | Turbo Petrol | 20 km/l | 20.01 km/l |
| 1.5-litre Diesel with 6-speed manual transmission | Petrol + CNG | 20.99 km/l | – |
| 1.5-litre Diesel with 6-speed automatic transmission | Petrol + CNG | 17.90 km/l | – |
| 1.2-litre Petrol + CNG with 5-speed manual | Petrol + CNG | – | 28.51 km/kg |
Maruti Fronx claims a higher mileage than Hyundai Venue across the petrol variants irrespective of whether it is the NA petrol or turbo petrol variant. Fronx does not come with a diesel engine whereas Hyundai Venue does not offer a petrol + CNG combination. Therefore, we cannot compare the claimed mileage figures of these cars in diesel and CNG powertrains.
Summary: Maruti Fronx claims a higher mileage over Hyundai Venue when we compare their petrol variants.
Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx: Real-World Mileage Figures
The real-world mileage figures depend on factors such as engine and fuel type, transmission, driving style, road conditions, and other factors. Even factors such as design, engine tuning, and drag co-efficient can determine the overall mileage of the cars in read driving conditions. Let’s now compare Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx on the basis of their real-world mileage figures to see if the claimed mileage figures translate to real-world fuel-efficiency or not. The below table contains important details regarding the mileage of Hyundai Venue and Maruti Fronx in real-world conditions:
| Hyundai Venue (1.2-litre NA Petrol) | Maruti Fronx (1.2-litre NA Petrol) | |
| City | 11.50 km/l | Manual: 14.50 km/lAutomatic: 15.50 km/l |
| Highway | 15.50 km/l | Manual: 19.50 km/lAutomatic: 20.50 km/l |
| Average | 13.50 km/l | Manual: 17 km/lAutomatic: 18 km/l |
| Tank range | 607 km | 647 km |
| Hyundai Venue (1.0-litre Turbo Petrol) | Maruti Fronx (1.0-litre Turbo Petrol) | |
| City | Manual: 12 km/lAutomatic: 17 km/l | Manual: 14.50 km/lAutomatic: 13.50 km/l |
| Highway | Manual: 11.50 km/lAutomatic: 16 km/l | Manual: 19.50 km/lAutomatic: 20.50 km/l |
| Average | Manual: 11.75 km/lAutomatic: 13.5 km/l | Manual: 17 km/lAutomatic: 17 km/l |
| Tank range | 568 km | 629 km |
| Hyundai Venue Diesel | Maruti Fronx Diesel (Not Available) | |
| City | Manual: 16.5 km/lAutomatic: 12.5 km/l | – |
| Highway | Manual: 21.50 km/lAutomatic: 18 km/l | – |
| Average | Manual: 19 km/lAutomatic: 15.25 km/l | – |
| Tank range | 770 km | – |
| Hyundai Venue CNG (NA) | Maruti Fronx CNG | |
| City | – | Manual: 21 km/kg |
| Highway | – | Manual: 26.5 km/kg |
| Average | – | Manual: 23.5 km/kg |
| Tank range | – | 212 km per fill |
Maruti Fronx delivers much higher mileage than Hyundai Venue when we compare the real-world mileage of their petrol variants. However, the tank range offered by Fronx is relatively lesser because of its smaller fuel-tank capacity. The diesel variants of Hyundai Venue deliver much higher mileage than its petrol variants but as Fronx does not offer diesel engines, we cannot compare them directly.
Similarly, Fronx delivers great mileage with its CNG models but since Venue does not offer CNG variants, we cannot compare the real-world mileage of these cars directly in this department too. Since we can compare Hyundai Venue and Maruti Fronx only for their NA petrol and turbo petrol powertrains, we can say that the Maruti Fronx is clearly a better car in terms of mileage.
Summary: In real-world conditions, Maruti Fronx delivers a higher mileage than Venue.
Also Read: Complete Guide to Buying a Maruti Fronx
Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx: Fuel-Cost Comparison
Now, let’s compare these cars on the basis of their monthly, yearly, and 5-yearly fuel costs. For the sake of comparison, we have considered that both these cars run 1500 km per month. Also, the latest fuel prices for petrol (Rs. 111.18), diesel (Rs. 97.83), and CNG (Rs. 88) have been taken for the calculation purpose:
| Venue 1.2-NA Petrol | Fronx 1.2-NA Petrol | Venue 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol | Fronx (1.0-litre Turbo Petrol) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Running | 1500 km | 1500 km | 1500 km | 1500 km |
| Monthly Fuel Use | 111 L | 86 L | 119 L | 88 L |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | ₹ 12,340 | ₹ 9561 | ₹ 13,230 | ₹ 9783 |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | ₹ 1.48 lakh | ₹ 1.14 lakh | ₹ 1.58 lakh | ₹ 1.17 lakh |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹ 7.40 lakh | ₹ 5.73 lakh | ₹ 7.93 lakh | ₹ 5.85 lakh |
| Venue Diesel | Fronx Diesel | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Running | 1500 km | 1500 km |
| Monthly Fuel Use | 88 L | – |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | ₹ 8609 | – |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | ₹ 1.03 lakh | – |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹ 5.16 lakh | – |
| Hyundai Venue CNG | Fronx CNG | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Running | – | 1500 km |
| Monthly Fuel Use | – | 64 kg |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | – | ₹ 5632 |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | – | ₹ 67,584 |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹ 3.37 lakh |
Fronx CNG models incur the least fuel costs across the lineup of Fronx and even if we compare it with Hyundai’s lineup. When we compare the petrol variants (both NA petrol and turbo petrol), the running costs associated with Fronx models is far less than the running costs associated with Venue models.
The periodic fuel costs associated with Hyundai Venue diesel models are even cheaper than the Fronx petrol models because of their higher mileage and comparatively cheaper diesel rates. However, even though Hyundai Venue has a cheaper option in terms of diesel, the cheaper fuel costs associated with petrol models of Fronx and the extremely cheap fuel costs associated with Fronx CNG models make it a clear winner when it comes to periodic fuel costs.
Summary: Maruti Fronx CNG models are the most affordable in terms of fuel costs followed by Hyundai Venue diesel models.
Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx: Price
Let’s check how Hyundai Venue and Maruti Fronx cars compare with each other in terms of pricing. The below table gives the ex-showroom prices of the base and top models of both these cars:
| Model | Variant (Base to Top) | Price (Ex-Showroom) |
| Hyundai Venue | HX 2 to Turbo AT Dual Tone | ₹ 7.99 to ₹ 15.83 lakh |
| Maruti Fronx | Sigma 1.2L MT to Alpha Turbo Dual Tone AT | ₹ 6.85 to ₹ 11.98 lakh |
Hyundai Venue is clearly a more expensive car than Fronx if we compare its base and top model’s ex-showroom price with that of Fronx’s base-to-top models. However, it is understandable as Venue is a bigger car and comes with slightly better space, comfort, and features than Fronx, especially if we compare their generation models.
Also Read: Should you Buy a Used Hyundai Venue
Summary
From the above comparisons, it is clear that the Maruti Fronx is not only a more fuel-efficient car but is also cheaper than Venue in terms of pricing. However, Venue presents a great fuel-efficient option with its diesel variants. So, you can prefer Venue if you drive more on the highway than in the city. For pure city driving, the CNG models of Fronx are recommended and for a mix of highway and city driving, you can opt for the turbo petrol variants of Fronx.
FAQs
Q. Which car should I opt for city driving: Fronx or Venue?
If you are purchasing a car purely from the perspective of fuel-efficiency and drive mostly in the city, you can opt for Fronx NA petrol or CNG models. The NA petrol variants of Venue can be a good option if you need more space and better comfort along with a decent mileage.
Q. Which car should I opt for highway driving: Hyundai Venue or Maruti Fronx?
If you are planning to purchase the car from the mileage point-of-view, we recommend buying any of the diesel variants of Hyundai Venue. However, the turbo petrol variants of Fronx can also be considered if you also drive in the city sometimes.
Q. Which models of Fronx are suitable for driving in the ghats?
The better low-end torque and higher power generated by the turbo petrol variants of Fronx makes them suitable for driving in the ghats.
Q. How much mileage do the turbo petrol variants of Hyundai Venue deliver in the city?
With the turbo petrol automatic variants, Hyundai Venue delivers a mileage of up to 17 km/l in the city. With the turbo petrol manual variants, a mileage of up to 12 km/l can be expected from Hyundai Venue.
Q. How much mileage do the turbo petrol variants of Maruti Fronx deliver on the highway?
Maruti Fronx delivers a mileage of up to 19.5 km/l with its turbo petrol manual variants. With its turbo petrol automatic variants, Fronx provides a mileage of up to 20.5 km/l on the highway.
