Hyundai Venue vs Land Rover Freelander 2
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.
Hyundai Venue
From $23,750
SUV
Petrol
Petrol
90kW
7 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
355L
Land Rover Freelander 2
Price TBC
SUV
Diesel
Diesel
110kW
6.2 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
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Land Rover Freelander 2: we're still completing price, width, kerb weight, warranty and braked towing.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Hyundai Venue stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging — features our data doesn't list for the Land Rover Freelander 2. 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 Land Rover Freelander 2 responds with a Diesel making 110kW and 420Nm, paired to a 6-speed manual driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.7 seconds.
The Land Rover Freelander 2 has the clear power advantage at 110kW vs 90kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Hyundai Venue is 1.3s 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, 460mm shorter than the Land Rover Freelander 2 at 4,500mm (2,660mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Land Rover Freelander 2 generally means more rear legroom.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.2m to 11.3m
Based on 10.2m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.3m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,995/year for the Hyundai Venue and $1,767/year for the Land Rover Freelander 2. That is a $228 annual difference in favour of the Land Rover Freelander 2.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Hyundai Venue if: You or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Land Rover Freelander 2 if: You prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer Land Rover's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Land Rover Freelander 2 takes 2 of 3 key spec categories. The Land Rover Freelander 2 will save you roughly $228 a year in fuel. 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 Land Rover Freelander 2?
The Hyundai Venue is the cheapest at $23,750 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Land Rover Freelander 2 uses the least fuel at 6.2L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Hyundai Venue and Land Rover Freelander 2 carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai Venue has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,100kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Land Rover Freelander 2 makes the most power at 110kW. The Hyundai Venue is quickest to 100km/h in 10.4s.
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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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