Hyundai Venue and Nissan Magnite are both subcompact SUVs that are popular among buyers seeking a car that is easy to manoeuvre with a reasonable cost of running. The Venue comes with three engine options – 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol, and 1.5-litre diesel – while Magnite comes with 1.0-litre naturally aspirated and turbo-petrol engines. The Venue diesel version claims to deliver up to 20.99 km/l mileage, whereas the petrol variant of Magnite claims up to 19.9 km/l mileage. Which one of these two is better in terms of real-world mileage?
The second-generation Venue launched in India in late 2025, while the current Magnite is the facelifted version introduced in 2024. The Magnite’s lower kerb weight and smaller engines help petrol efficiency, while the Venue offers stronger performance and the major advantage of a diesel option. Transmission choice also matters because both SUVs show noticeable mileage differences between manual and automatic versions.
Hyundai Venue vs Nissan Magnite Specs
As opposed to Mthe agnite, the Venue offers more powertrain choices. The Venue’s 1.2-litre petrol engine produces up to 83PS and 114.7Nm torque using a 5-speed manual transmission. The 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine generates 120PS power and 172Nm torque using a 6-speed manual transmission and a 7-speed DCT option. The 1.5-litre diesel engine produces a higher 116PS power and 250Nm torque using a 6-speed manual or an automatic torque converter.
The Magnite uses lighter 999cc three-cylinder engines. Its naturally aspirated petrol engine makes 72PS and 96Nm, paired with 5MT or AMT transmissions. The turbo version produces 100PS, with 160Nm in manual form and 152Nm with the CVT. The Magnite also weighs less in comparable variants, while the Venue carries a larger 45-litre fuel tank against the Nissan’s 40 litres.
| Specification | Hyundai Venue | Nissan Magnite |
| Engine | 1.2L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.0L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol |
| Displacement | 1,197cc / 998cc / 1,493cc | 999cc |
| Power | 83PS / 120PS / 116PS | 72PS NA / 100PS turbo |
| Torque | 114.7Nm / 172Nm / 250Nm | 96Nm NA / 160Nm turbo MT / 152Nm CVT |
| Transmission | 5MT / 6MT / 7DCT / 6MT / 6AT | 5MT / AMT / CVT |
| Drive layout | FWD | FWD |
| Kerb weight | Around 1,127kg for the tested 1.2 petrol | Approx. 1,019–1,103kg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 45 litres | 40 litres |
Hyundai Venue vs Nissan Magnite ARAI Mileage Figures
The Venue’s most recent mileage tests showed similar results across engine options and transmission choices, with 18.05 km/l for the 1.2-litre petrol manual version and 18.74 km/l for the turbo petrol. Interestingly, the turbo DCT engine version has the highest claimed mileage of 20 km/l. The Venue diesel manual has the highest claim of 20.99 km/l, while the diesel automatic version has a lower claim of 17.9 km/l.
The Magnite’s naturally aspirated manual claims 19.4 km/l, while the AMT improves slightly to 19.7 km/l. The turbo manual claims up to 19.9 km/l, while the CVT is rated at 17.9 km/l. This gives the Magnite an advantage over the Venue 1.2 petrol on paper, while the Venue DCT narrowly beats the Magnite turbo automatic. The Venue diesel manual remains the strongest official mileage option overall.
| Car | Engine & Transmission | Fuel Type | ARAI Mileage |
| Hyundai Venue | 1.2L petrol, 5MT | Petrol | 18.05 km/l |
| Hyundai Venue | 1.0L turbo-petrol, 6MT | Petrol | 18.74 km/l |
| Hyundai Venue | 1.0L turbo-petrol, 7DCT | Petrol | 20.0 km/l |
| Hyundai Venue | 1.5L diesel, 6MT | Diesel | 20.99 km/l |
| Hyundai Venue | 1.5L diesel, 6AT | Diesel | 17.9 km/l |
| Nissan Magnite | 1.0L NA petrol, 5MT | Petrol | 19.4 km/l |
| Nissan Magnite | 1.0L NA petrol, AMT | Petrol | 19.7 km/l |
| Nissan Magnite | 1.0L turbo-petrol, 5MT | Petrol | 19.9 km/l |
| Nissan Magnite | 1.0L turbo-petrol, CVT | Petrol | 17.9 km/l |
Hyundai Venue vs Nissan Magnite Real-World Fuel Efficiency
The most recent instrumented test of the Venue 1.2 petrol manual gave 10.7 km/l in the city and 14.9 km/l on highways, thus producing a simple average of approximately 12.8 km/l. This is quite far below the ARAI figure of 18.05 km/l. The fact that the tested vehicle has a considerably bigger kerb weight, shorter gearing, and no auto start-stop system only adds to the discrepancy. The new Venue diesel automatic was tested as well and managed to get about 11.05 km/l in the city and 16.93 km/l on highways, so its simple average is pretty close to 14 km/l.
The Magnite Turbo MT performs strongly in real-world testing, returning 12.8 km/l in the city and 16.1 km/l on highways, or roughly 14.45 km/l on a simple average. The Turbo CVT is less efficient, at 9.5 km/l in the city and 15.22 km/l on the highway, averaging approximately 12.36 km/l. For the naturally aspirated Magnite manual, current user-reported combined mileage is around 17.53 km/l, although that should not be treated as directly equivalent to an instrumented test.
| Venue 1.2 MT | Venue Diesel AT | Magnite Turbo MT | Magnite Turbo CVT | |
| City | 10.7 km/l | 11.05 km/l | 12.8 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| Highway | 14.9 km/l | 16.93 km/l | 16.1 km/l | 15.22 km/l |
| Average | ~12.8 km/l | ~14.0 km/l | ~14.45 km/l | ~12.36 km/l |
| Tank range | ~576 km | ~630 km | ~578 km | ~494 km |
One of the main strengths of the Magnite is its lower weight as far as the turbo manual is concerned. Nevertheless, the Venue compensates with stronger engines and a bigger fuel tank. The Venue diesel deserves more attention because even the automatic turns out to be capable of rivalling the overall efficiency of the Magnite petrol while using cheaper diesel.
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Hyundai Venue vs Nissan Magnite Fuel Cost Comparison
For this comparison, we have assumed 1,500 km of driving every month, equivalent to 18,000 km annually. Fuel prices are based on New Delhi rates on September 11, 2026, at approximately ₹102.12 per litre for petrol and ₹95.20 per litre for diesel. The calculations below use real-world combined mileage rather than ARAI figures.
Petrol Fuel Cost
| Venue 1.2 MT | Magnite NA MT | Magnite Turbo MT | Magnite Turbo CVT | |
| Monthly Running | 1,500 km | 1,500 km | 1,500 km | 1,500 km |
| Reference Mileage | 12.8 km/l | 17.53 km/l | 14.45 km/l | 12.36 km/l |
| Monthly Fuel Use | 117.2 litres | 85.6 litres | 103.8 litres | 121.4 litres |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | ₹11,969 | ₹8,738 | ₹10,601 | ₹12,393 |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | ₹1.44 lakh | ₹1.05 lakh | ₹1.27 lakh | ₹1.49 lakh |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹7.18 lakh | ₹5.24 lakh | ₹6.36 lakh | ₹7.44 lakh |
Based on the data available, the manual version of the Magnite has cheaper running costs in terms of petrol, although this is based on user feedback rather than testing the car itself. When compared to the Venue 1.2 MT, which has been tested, this difference would boil down to ₹3,200 a month for driving 1,500km each month. That said, there is an efficient turbo variant of the Magnite which costs around ₹10,600 a month based on its 14.45 km/l performance.
The Magnite Turbo CVT is the thirstiest tested petrol option in this group, at around ₹12,400 per month. The Venue DCT cannot be included fairly in this table yet because a comparable dedicated second-generation real-world test is not available. Its 20 km/l official claim suggests strong potential, but using an unverified real-world figure would distort the comparison.
Venue Diesel Fuel Cost
| Venue Diesel MT* | Venue Diesel AT | |
| Monthly Running | 1,500 km | 1,500 km |
| Reference Mileage | ~17.5 km/l | ~14.0 km/l |
| Monthly Fuel Use | 85.7 litres | 107.1 litres |
| Average Monthly Fuel Cost | ₹8,160 | ₹10,197 |
| Average Yearly Fuel Cost | ₹97,920 | ₹1.22 lakh |
| 5-Year Fuel Cost | ₹4.90 lakh | ₹6.12 lakh |
*Diesel MT uses a conservative current real-world reference because an equivalent dedicated second-generation instrumented test is not yet available.
Under normal circumstances, the diesel manual version of the Venue has an excellent case for long-term running cost. Thus, it will cost almost ₹8,160 a month, leading to cheaper running costs than Magnite even though it is more expensive to buy. Although the automatic diesel is more expensive than the manual diesel, it is still very economical since diesel is cheaper while refuelling.
Also Read: Hyundai Venue Variants Guide: Choose the Best Variant
Hyundai Venue vs Nissan Magnite Price
The Magnite has a strong purchase-price advantage. The current range starts at approximately ₹5.68 lakh ex-showroom, while the Venue starts at around ₹8.00 lakh. That difference matters because fuel savings alone may take several years to recover a higher purchase price, especially for buyers covering only 8,000–10,000km annually.
Although the Venue is more expensive as buyers upgrade to turbo-petrol and diesel versions, the performance and advantage with respect to the powertrain are more significant. The Magnite remains one of the cheapest SUVs if we consider turbo-petrol and automatic options.
| Model | Variant | Price (ex-showroom) |
| Hyundai Venue | HX2 1.2 Petrol MT | ₹8.00 lakh |
| Hyundai Venue | HX2 Turbo MT | ₹8.91 lakh |
| Hyundai Venue | HX5 Turbo DCT | ₹10.92 lakh |
| Hyundai Venue | HX2 Diesel MT | ₹9.95 lakh |
| Hyundai Venue | HX5 Diesel AT | ₹11.88 lakh |
| Nissan Magnite | Visia NA MT | ₹5.68 lakh |
| Nissan Magnite | Visia AMT | ₹6.27 lakh |
| Nissan Magnite | N-Connecta Turbo MT | ₹8.77 lakh |
| Nissan Magnite | Acenta Turbo CVT | ₹9.26 lakh |
| Nissan Magnite | Tekna+ Turbo CVT | ₹10.99 lakh |
For budget-conscious buyers, the great pricing and mileage figures provided by the Magnite mean that the traditional fuel-efficient argument does not support the Venue’s case anymore. The Venue will, however, be able to make a stronger case for ownership if buyers require extra engine performance and additional equipment instead of just the lowest price per kilometre.
Summary
For entry-level petrol mileage, the Nissan Magnite has the advantage. Its smaller engine and lower kerb weight help it achieve stronger official mileage, while current user-reported combined data also places it ahead of the Venue 1.2 petrol. The Magnite Turbo MT is particularly impressive, returning 12.8 km/l in the city and 16.1 km/l on highways despite producing 100PS.
The Hyundai Venue becomes an even more interesting proposition with its more powerful engines. Although the Venue’s turbo DCT boasts higher claimed figures than the Magnite’s CVT, there is no actual real-world comparison for the new Venue DCT yet. Most importantly, the Venue has a diesel variant that provides an unmatched option for high-mileage users compared to the Magnite. The diesel manual’s 20.99 km/l ARAI figure, coupled with lower diesel prices, makes it the most economical option for long-term operation.
Overall, choose the Nissan Magnite if low purchase price and petrol efficiency are your priorities. Choose the Hyundai Venue if you want more performance, a wider choice of engines or a diesel option that becomes increasingly economical as annual running rises.
Also Read: Complete Guide on Buying a Nissan Magnite
FAQs
Q. Which has better mileage, Hyundai Venue or Nissan Magnite?
For naturally aspirated petrol versions, the Nissan Magnite has the advantage. Its manual claims 19.4 km/l compared with 18.05 km/l for the Venue 1.2 petrol. The Venue diesel manual, however, claims 20.99 km/l and is the most efficient option overall.
Q. What is the real-world mileage of the Hyundai Venue 1.2 petrol?
The current Venue 1.2 petrol manual has returned approximately 10.7 km/l in city driving and 14.9 km/l on highways, giving a simple combined average of around 12.8 km/l.
Q. What is the real-world mileage of the Nissan Magnite Turbo MT?
The Magnite Turbo MT has returned around 12.8 km/l in the city and 16.1 km/l on highways, with a simple combined average of approximately 14.45 km/l.
What is the real-world mileage of the Hyundai Venue diesel automatic?
The new Venue diesel automatic has returned approximately 11.05 km/l in city conditions and 16.93 km/l on highways in current testing. Its simple city-highway average is close to 14 km/l.
Q. Which automatic has better mileage, Venue DCT or Magnite CVT?
On official figures, the Venue Turbo DCT has the advantage at 20 km/l, compared with 17.9 km/l for the Magnite Turbo CVT. However, a comparable dedicated second-generation Venue DCT real-world test is not yet available.
Q. Which is cheaper to run, Hyundai Venue or Nissan Magnite?
For petrol-only buyers, the Magnite is generally cheaper because it combines a lower purchase price with competitive mileage. High-mileage drivers may find the Venue diesel cheaper over the long term because diesel costs less per litre and the diesel manual is highly efficient.
