Hyundai Venue vs Kia Stonic
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Hyundai Venue starts from $22,990 before on-road costs, while the Kia Stonic opens at $26,990. That makes the Hyundai Venue the more affordable entry point by $4,000.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $25,289 and $29,689 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Kia Stonic by roughly $1,850 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
Both the Hyundai Venue and Kia Stonic hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Hyundai Venue packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Kia Stonic.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Hyundai Venue stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging that you will not find on the Kia Stonic. The Kia Stonic counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Hyundai Venue uses a Petrol producing 90kW and 151Nm of torque, sent through a manual to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.4 seconds.
The Kia Stonic responds with a Petrol making 88kW and 172Nm, paired to a 7-speed dct driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.2 seconds.
The Hyundai Venue has the clear power advantage at 90kW vs 88kW. In the real-world sprint, the Hyundai Venue is 0.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Hyundai Venue measures 4,040mm long on a 2,520mm wheelbase, 100mm shorter than the Kia Stonic at 4,140mm (2,580mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia Stonic generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 333L in the Hyundai Venue and 352L in the Kia Stonic, giving the Kia Stonic a 19L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.0m diameter
Good
Based on 11.0m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,995/year for the Hyundai Venue and $1,625/year for the Kia Stonic. That is a $370 annual difference in favour of the Kia Stonic.
Estimated annual total: $1,995 (Hyundai Venue) vs $1,625 (Kia Stonic). The Kia Stonic saves you roughly $370 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Venue) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia Stonic). The Kia Stonic has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Hyundai Venue if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Kia Stonic if: You need more boot space, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Hyundai Venue and Kia Stonic trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Kia Stonic will save you roughly $370 a year in fuel. The Kia Stonic adds peace of mind with a longer 7-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Hyundai Venue and Kia Stonic?
The Hyundai Venue is the cheapest at $22,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Kia Stonic by $4,000.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Kia Stonic uses the least fuel at 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Hyundai Venue and Kia Stonic all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Kia Stonic has the largest boot at 352L.
Which has the best warranty?
The Kia Stonic has the longest warranty at 7 years / 1000k km.
Which is the most powerful?
The Hyundai Venue makes the most power at 90kW. The Hyundai Venue is quickest to 100km/h in 10.4s.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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