Hyundai and Kia are getting ready to launch three new compact SUVs in India in the next 12 months. These include one petrol SUV and two electric SUVs. These new cars will help both companies grow bigger in the Indian market and give more choices to customers.

Let’s look at what’s coming soon.

1. New Hyundai Venue (Petrol) – Coming by End of 2025

Hyundai is working on a new version of its popular compact SUV, the Venue. This new model is expected to be launched during the 2025 festive season.

What’s New?

• New Look: The outside design will change with a new front, back, and new alloy wheels.
• Better Interior: Inside the car, the design will be new and more modern. It will also have better quality materials.
• More Features: The car may come with a panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS (advanced safety features), and a better touchscreen.

Engines (Same as before):

• 1.2L petrol
• 1.0L turbo petrol
• 1.5L diesel

The new Venue will compete with cars like Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, and Kia Sonet.

2. Hyundai Compact Electric SUV – Coming in 2026

Hyundai is also planning to launch a small electric SUV in 2026. This car will be based on the Inster Electric which is sold in other countries.

What to Expect?

• Battery & Range: The car will have two battery choices and can go over 450 km on a single charge.
• Features:
  • Big touchscreen
  • Digital display for speed and info
  • 6 airbags
  • Sunroof
  • Connected features like mobile app controls

Rivals:

It will compete with Tata Punch EV, Mahindra XUV 3XO EV, and Citroen eC3.

3. Kia Syros Electric – Expected in 2026

Kia has already launched the petrol version of the Syros. Now, they are working on an electric version of the same car. It could be launched in 2026.

What to Expect?

• Same Design, EV Touch: The EV version will look like the petrol version but with some small changes like a closed front grille.
• Good Range: It could run 400 to 450 km on one charge.
• Features:
  • Digital displays
  • Wireless phone charging
  • Safety features (possibly ADAS)
  • Sunroof and connected features

This new EV will join Kia’s other electric cars like EV6 and Clavis EV.

Final Words

Hyundai and Kia are ready to bring exciting new cars in India. These upcoming SUVs — both petrol and electric — will give buyers more choices. Whether you want a regular petrol car or a new electric car, these options in 2025-26 will be worth waiting for.

Stay tuned for more updates!