Crossovers are all the rage now. They’re small SUV-type vehicles that come with sedan-like handling and amenities. Some offer a decent amount of off-road capability, but most do not. What customers like about them is the high ground clearance (compared to sedans), a commanding view of the road, a fair amount of cabin space, and its versatility. Two up-and-coming crossovers are gaining popularity in the segment and have slowly become the favorite of the young market. These are the 2022 Venue and the 2022 Soul. If both crossovers look similar, it’s because the marques that make them are related. Hyundai is Kia’s parent company.
If both these crossovers share the top spot in your list of crossovers to buy, allow us to help you break down the essentials, so you know which has the best value for your money.
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When it comes to total interior volume, the 2022 Hyundai Venue comes out on top. It also follows that it offers just a bit more legroom than the 2022 Kia Soul. Right away, that’s more comfort every single time you’re on the road.
Both have an 8-inch touch-screen display with Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, and Bluetooth® technology, but only the Venue offers wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®. That way, even if you forget your wires and cables, you’ll still be able to connect to your device’s apps natively.
If you’re concerned about storage and cargo space, the Venue edges out the Soul with its versatility. Standard on all Venues is its dual-stage cargo storage and a stowable rear luggage shelf. The latter comes in handy if you want to keep valuables in the trunk from prying eyes.
While both the 2022 Hyundai Venue and 2022 Kia Soul are closely related, their major difference lies in their propulsion technology. The Venue takes the more economical and efficient route while the Soul goes for power.
Under the hood of the 2022 Hyundai Venue is a 1.6L Smartstream four-cylinder gasoline engine with continuously variable valve timing (CVVT). Output is 121 horsepower and 113 pound-feet of torque. It is mated to an intelligent variable transmission.
The 2022 Kia Soul uses a much larger 2.0L Dual Overhead Camshaft (DOHC), 16-valve, in-line four-cylinder gasoline engine. That explains why it has 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. It also uses an intelligent variable transmission.
Unless you’re racing other vehicles daily, the extra power you get with the Soul shouldn’t be much of a big deal. Speed limits will keep your driving in check anyway. For the Venue, there’s a huge upside to having a small engine. It beats the Soul in fuel mileage in both city and combined driving conditions. That’s extra money in your pocket for other expenses you may have.
Aside from saving your money, the 2022 Hyundai Venue is also better at saving you from getting into a collision. It comes standard with forward collision-avoidance assist (FCA-Ped) with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, and driver attention warning. You’ll have to get the tech package to have these in the Kia Soul.
Plus, aside from the full complement of air bags found on both models, the Venue just outdoes the Rio with front and rear roof-mounted side-curtain airbags (SRS) with rollover sensors. You know, just in case you turn turtle on the curb.
The 2022 Hyundai Venue’s body also comes strengthened with front and rear crumple zones, extra body reinforcements, and 5-mph bumpers.
Let’s not forget that the 2022 Hyundai Venue is a lot shapelier as well without the extra inches and heft. Being just a tad smaller than the Soul means it’s easier to maneuver and drive around tight city streets and parking garages.
Prettier, smarter, safer, and more fuel-efficient, the odds are clearly in the Venue’s favor.
If you want more information about its variants and the packages available to enhance its performance and usability, visit us at Bob Brady Hyundai today. You can also call us or visit our website to learn about our special offers and financing plans for the 2022 Hyundai Venue.
