Hyundai Veloster is a four-seat small-size vehicle in the Hatchback category. For the 2016 model year, there are five trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 132 to 201 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,850 to $2,050, which over the course of five years will save you $1,250 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.
2016 Veloster has a relatively long wheelbase ( 104.3 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2679 - 2943 lbs.
2016 Veloster seats four adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - legs - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on shoulders, hips, and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Veloster ia a class-leader on only one measurement - shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs, hips, and head. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 15.5 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Veloster w/Black Interior | 2016 Veloster w/Yellow Interior Accent | 2016 Veloster Turbo R-Spec | 2016 Veloster Turbo | 2016 Veloster Turbo Rally Edition |
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Starging MSRP | $18,000 | $18,000 | $21,600 | $22,600 | $23,950 |
Engine | 1.6L Inline-4 | 1.6L Inline-4 | 1.6L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.6L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.6L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 132 hp | 132 hp | 201 hp | 201 hp | 201 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 27 MPG | 27 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
Highway | 34 MPG | 34 MPG | 33 MPG | 33 MPG | 33 MPG |
Combined | 30 MPG | 30 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,900 | $1,900 | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
2016 Veloster Hatchback comes in five trim levels, with an average price that is $5 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, Veloster has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 29.5 mpg.
2016 Veloster Hatchback has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed one hundred and sixty-four complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There is also one recall issued by Hyundai, which by itself is a relatively high number.