The Venue debuted at the 2019 New York International Auto Show as Hyundai's smallest global crossover, prior to the introduction of other smaller SUVs such as the Casper and Exter.

As of 2023[update], the Venue is positioned below the Kona or Creta, and above the Exter or Casper in Hyundai's international crossover lineup.

It functions with an intention sensor on the gear lever, hydraulic actuator, and transmission control unit (TCU).

It received a redesigned front and rear fascia, digital instrument cluster, and added equipment list.

There was a rumor that it would be released in August 2022 in South Korea, but it turned out to be untrue as contracts for a partially modified model that maintained the existing design began to be received.

The launch in India is expected by late 2025.In the North American market, the Venue is powered by the 1.6-litre Smart stream gasoline straight-four engine producing 121 hp (123 PS; 90 kW) and 113 lb⋅ft (153 N⋅m) of torque.

[20] Launched in September 2019, Australian-bound Venues come in three trim levels consisting of Go, Active & Elite, and sit below the dimensionally larger Hyundai Kona.

A 'Launch Edition' model based on the Elite was also initially available and limited to 100 units, featuring unique exterior colours and a power sunroof.

[21] The Venue was launched in South Africa on 14 November 2019, with three trim levels: Motion, Fluid and Glide; it is powered by a 1.0-litre T-GDi turbocharged petrol engine paired to either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

[26] The Venue was launched in New Zealand on 7 December 2019, with two trim levels: Entry and Elite; it is powered by a 1.6-litre Gamma petrol engine paired only to a 6-speed automatic.

[citation needed] The Venue was launched in Vietnam on 16 December 2023, with two variants, powered by a 1.0-litre T-GDi turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

The active lane-keeping assistance, automatically adjustable high beams LED headlights, and blind-spot detection are standard in all SEL trims.