2024 Ford Bronco vs 2024 Hyundai Venue

The 2024 Hyundai Venue was available in SE, SEL, and Limited trims, with prices from $21,275 to $24,525, including a $1,375 destination charge. The SEL trim, priced at $23,275, was recommended for its enhanced exterior and added safety features. The Limited trim test vehicle, painted in Ecotronic Gray, had an MSRP of $24,735. Despite limited options, the Venue's design was stylish and mature, with a well-thought-out interior featuring digital instrumentation and an 8-inch touchscreen.

In contrast, the 2024 Ford Bronco embraced a retro design reminiscent of the 1960s, particularly successful in the two-door model. The Sasquatch Package, a costly upgrade, added a suspension lift and 35-inch tires, enhancing its rugged appearance. The Bronco offered nine trims, with prices from $41,525 to $71,580, and the Raptor at $91,930. The test vehicle, a four-door Big Bend trim with the Sasquatch Package, had an MSRP of $55,415. Its interior featured marine-grade upholstery and a 12-inch touchscreen, though it lacked some comfort in hot conditions.

The 2024 Hyundai Venue featured a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine producing 121 horsepower and 113 lb-ft of torque. Weighing 2,612 pounds, it was paired with a CVT, making it agile in urban settings. However, its suspension struggled on rough roads, and it lacked AWD, offering only 6.7 inches of ground clearance. The Venue achieved an EPA rating of 31 mpg combined, but our tests showed 30.3 mpg.

The 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend came with a standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine delivering 300 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque, with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The optional 2.7-liter V6 offered 330 hp and 415 lb-ft, while the Raptor's 3.0-liter V6 produced 418 hp. The Bronco's 4WD system and off-road technologies like Trail Control enhanced its capability. However, fuel efficiency was low, with an EPA rating of 18 mpg combined, and our tests showed 16.9 mpg.

The Hyundai Venue's elevated ground clearance facilitated easy entry and exit. The interior offered decent comfort with manual seat adjustments and heated front seats. The back seat was cramped for three, and storage was limited. Cargo space was 18.7 cubic feet, expanding to 31.9 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.

The Ford Bronco, without optional steps, required effort to enter. It comfortably seated four adults in both body styles, with the four-door offering more space than a Wrangler. The marine-grade upholstery trapped moisture, but cloth seats were available in the Heritage Edition. The two-door Bronco had 22.4 cubic feet of cargo space, expanding to 53.3 cubic feet, while the four-door offered up to 83 cubic feet with seats down.

The Hyundai Venue featured an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Limited trim added navigation and a wireless charger, though it required wired connections for smartphone integration. The infotainment system was sophisticated, with a native voice recognition system.

The Ford Bronco included a 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4, wireless smartphone integration, and a seven-speaker stereo. However, connectivity issues with Apple CarPlay and voice recognition were noted. The Bronco Trail App offered trail maps, accessible through the Sync 4 display.

The Hyundai Venue came with Hyundai SmartSense, including forward-collision warning and lane-keep assist. The SEL trim added blind-spot monitoring, while the Limited included cyclist detection. The Venue received Good ratings from the IIHS and a four-star NHTSA rating.

The Ford Bronco Big Bend included forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking. The Mid Package added Co-Pilot360 technologies like blind-spot monitoring. The Bronco received favorable IIHS ratings, except for headlight performance, and a four-star frontal-impact NHTSA rating.