2019 Hyundai Veloster
What’s new
- New exterior and interior design
- New 2.0-liter inline-four base engine
- Revised suspension for better handling
- Part of the second Veloster generation introduced for 2019
Pros
- Unique and functional three-door body style
- Enjoyable power from the Veloster's turbocharged engine
- Sporty handling around turns
Cons
- Base engine is down on power
- Less trims and option packages mean fewer choices
- No power seat adjustments
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Edmunds' Expert Review
Overall rating
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster is fully redesigned. Hyundai made a variety of subtle changes to improve it compared to the first-generation Veloster, yet the car's signature design element continues to be its unique door configuration. Instead of being just another compact two-door hatchback, the Veloster has a single driver-side door and two passenger-side doors. That extra door makes carrying a third, or even fourth, passenger a piece of cake because there's no need for the contortions a typical passenger must go through in order to get into the rear seat of a coupe.
Power from either of the two available engines won't win any horsepower awards, but the turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (201 hp, 195 lb-ft) is plenty sporty for this lightweight, sub-3,000-pound car. The new base engine, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder, produces 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque. It's enough to get the Veloster moving, but that's about it. Both engines come with a six-speed manual as standard. The base engine is available with a six-speed automatic, while the turbo engine can be paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
On the technology side, the new Veloster is better equipped. All versions get lane keeping assist, forward collision mitigation, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard equipment. Some optional equipment on higher-trim vehicles include an 8-inch infotainment display, an Infinity eight-speaker audio system, automatic climate control, and wireless charging pad.
Overall, the 2019 Veloster fills a niche as a sporty and usable hatchback with good in-car technology and usability. Compared to the last Veloster, it's a more cohesive and comfortable car that performs better. Other compact hatchbacks, such as the Honda Civic and the Kia Forte5, feature more interior volume with similar levels of handling. But nothing else on the road offers the Veloster's unique three-door configuration.
2019 Hyundai Veloster configurations
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster is a three-door hatchback that seats four people. It is available in five trims. The base 2.0 model is well-equipped on tech features, while the next-up 2.0 Premium adds some luxury features. Both are powered by a 2.0-liter inline-four (147 hp, 132 lb-ft). The next three trims are powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four (201 hp, 195 lb-ft). The Turbo R-Spec adds performance features while keeping it simple. The Turbo adds safety and luxury features, while the Turbo Ultimate combines the best from both and adds even more luxury amenities.
The 2.0 model is the only Veloster variant that rides on 17-inch wheels. It comes with a six-speed manual transmission as standard, but it can be optioned with a six-speed automatic. Since the 2.0 is the base car, all its features are standard on every other variant. These features include safety features such as a forward collision mitigation system, lane keeping assist and a rearview camera. The 7-inch infotainment system features standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, Bluetooth, two USB ports and a six-speaker sound system.
Premium models add 18-inch wheels and come with the six-speed automatic transmission as standard. Also standard is additional safety equipment such as blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. In addition, standard luxury equipment includes a sunroof, automatic climate control, heated front seats, and a proximity entry system with push-button start. The infotainment system gets a boost as well thanks to an 8-inch display, Hyundai's Blue Link connected services, a standard wireless charging pad, and an eight-speaker Infinity audio system with satellite radio.
The Turbo R-Spec is our favorite of the line. It has the turbocharged engine, a standard six-speed manual transmission (the automatic isn't offered here), summer performance tires and a sport-tuned suspension. R-Spec equipment includes much of what you get with the 2.0 with bits of Premium intermixed throughout, such as the infotainment system, Blue Link connectivity, and the proximity entry system and push-button start. R-Spec specific items include LED headlights with high-beam assist, LED taillights and its own cloth seat design.
For the Veloster Turbo, Hyundai essentially takes the Premium and adds the turbocharged engine, the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and special interior trim. The Turbo Ultimate reverts back to a standard six-speed manual transmission, with the dual-clutch transmission as an option. It also comes with some luxury equipment, such as leather seating surfaces, a head-up display and a built-in navigation system. Also included is additional safety equipment encompassing a forward collision mitigation system that features pedestrian detection, automatic wipers, and adaptive cruise control for automatic transmission-equipped cars.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster video
[MUSIC PLAYING] CARLOS LAGO: This is Hyundai's first serious attempt at a performance front-wheel drive car. It's called the Veloster N. That letter signifies the performance division at Hyundai, but also the track behind me, the Nordschleife at the Nurburgring. We're going to hop in and take it for a spin. We're off in the Veloster N on the Nordschleife. This is my first time here and my first time driving this car. So I'm going to be trying to taking it all in through this drive. We've got 275 horsepower. It's the optional performance package in this car. That also means we've got bigger wheels, stickier tires, more durable brakes, limited slip differential, and a couple of other features, too. I hope I can remember while driving this track. We are in a lead-follow situation. And I am the last car in the line because I'm talking to the cameras. Initially, power feels strong. As I come off the gas I hear two pops from the exhaust, which sounds really nice always. This car has a variable exhaust system in it. You can choose the level of aggression of the exhaust. It sounds like a traditional two-liter turbo-4. I like the pops from the exhaust. They're fake, but they are kind of fun. I mean, hey, if we don't mind them being fake on an F-type, why not with the Hyundai Veloster? I have shift lights in front of me, which is a nice feature. Right beneath the 12 o'clock on the steering wheel. That's a helpful thing. I don't have to look at the tach. I can just glance down and know when I need to shift when I see red. The nice thing is this engine is pretty vocal at high revolutions and high engine speed. That's something that other front-drive sports cars, specifically the Civic SI and the type R have an issue with. They're really quiet when you approach red line. And for that reason, you often end up running into the rev limiter instead of knowing when to shift. I feel like a shift indicator of some kind-- I believe, actually, they have it. But it's not as obvious as it is in here. And that's probably due mostly to the sound. And we're coming up to the carousel, a pretty infamous part of the track. I'm still in third gear. Thought I was in fourth. This is really bumpy. Captain Obvious reporting for duty. Flat out of there. We have stability control and it's sport mode. It's not disabled. You can fully disable it. And there is a little break actuation, too. Some of that brake actuated semi-torque vectoring that is happening. I can't really sense it right now. Again, unfamiliar familiar road, new car, all that stuff. And that will always be enabled, even if you disable stability control. But chief engineer tells me that it's meant to help overall with performance and stability, less so for safety. Especially when you have the stability control disabled. We also have electronically controlled dampers set to their most aggressive setting right now. That's why I'm doing a lot of these vertical movements. Because this is a pretty bumpy road course as legend goes, and as I'm experiencing right now. But as we're cresting 100 miles an hour right now, stability is generally strong. This is pretty nice, I got to say. Initial steering response feels very nice. A lot of turn in, a lot of turn in, which feels really good. A lot of grip on these tires. The optional tire is a Pirelli P Zero Corsa, I believe-- P Zero, for sure. It's been developed by Hyundai specifically for this application, and it does feel pretty nice and strong. As I mentioned earlier, this optional performance package comes with a limited slip differential. It's ensuring that you get appropriate power delivery coming out of a corner. You don't promote too much under-steer. You don't get a lot of torque steer either. And that's its job. So far it feels pretty good at that. Seat bolsters feel good. It's a standard seat, cloth material. Doing a fine job holding me in position. A lot of stability in this car. A lot of movement in a way that's communicative and really enjoyable. But a lot of overall stability. And what returns out of that is a ton of confidence. We're moving on a legendary track going at nothing like the fastest speeds out there, but a decent clip, at a speed I'd probably not be approaching if I were doing this solo without a lead-follow situation. But this is a huge improvement over the original Veloster. I had a lot of problems with that car. Because it seemed to want to be a hot-hatch, but didn't want to do all the hot-hatch things. So right now I'm just enjoying the car. I've got to say this feels really strong for Hyundai's first front-drive performance car. It's precise, giving me decent feedback through the whole chassis. A lot of accuracy in the front end of this thing. This would probably be a lot of fun on a mountain road. And even on some drop throttle there's a light amount of rotation, not a drift, not a slide. Just a little bit of-- coaxes the front end to turn a little bit more. It feels really nice. Oh, and now we're starting lap two. So lap two at the Nordschleife with the Hyundai Veloster N. I've been pretty impressed with how this car's been performing so far. Automatic rev matching is really accurate. It's helpful as I'm trying to learn where I'm going and keep pace with the cars in front of me. I can execute a full throttle gear change without the engine just letting the motor hang. Nice throws on the shifter. It's not the cleanest in the world, but it does feel good. The traction in the front end is really high. And as I'm applying power and coming through the corner I'm really enjoying how the tires and the differential help me pull through. It feels really nice. I can hear the engine as it gets to red line that's important, especially with today's modern small displacement turbocharged cars where you can't really hear them as they approach, you know, 7000 RPM. But you can really cook through this last section. I'm surprised how fast this is. Let's get moving. 110, 115, 120, 130, 135. Can we get 140? 138 indicated. And that's been a first session in the Hyundai Veloster N. Really impressive, I got to say. I really enjoy the power delivery. I enjoy the steering. I enjoy the rev matching. I enjoy the overall handling. It is very firm on this track, but this is a rough track. So for a first impression, well done. Well done. If this is an indicator of what the N brand, what Hyundai's performance brand, is going to do for itself in the future, we have a lot of really nice things to look forward to. If you like what you saw keep it tuned right here. And be sure to visit edmunds.com. [MUSIC PLAYING]
2019 Hyundai Veloster | First Drive
Edmunds' Carlos Lago drives and reviews the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N. How serious is Hyundai about performance? It partially named its new go-fast N division after the Nürburgring. Its first U.S. effort is the Veloster N, which offers up to 275 horsepower, an exhaust that snaps and crackles, and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. After driving this hot hatch around the 13 miles of narrow, fast and undulating track that add up to a lap of the Nordschleife, it's obvious that this car is going to make people happy.
Features & Specs
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Veloster safety features:
- Blue Link
- Alerts the authorities in case of an accident, locks and unlocks the doors, and checks vehicle status, all from your smartphone.
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Audibly warns you of impending obstacles to the rear of the vehicle.
- Rearview Camera
- Shows you what's behind the Veloster when you put it in reverse.
Hyundai Veloster vs. the competition
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Hyundai Veloster vs. Fiat 500
Compared to the Fiat 500 Abarth, the Hyundai's larger footprint and better suspension allow it to ride smoother on the street, without compromising handling for when the road gets twisty. Its slightly larger engine produces over 40 more horsepower, while getting nearly identical fuel economy. The Veloster is also a lot bigger and easier to live with on the inside.
Hyundai Veloster vs. Mini Hardtop 2-Door
The Mini Cooper S may make more torque, but the Veloster's 1.6-liter turbocharged engine makes more horsepower. And if usability is a priority, the Veloster beats the Cooper's interior volume and rear-seat space. The Mini does offer more customizability, options and accessories, but it's also more expensive.
Hyundai Veloster vs. Ford Fiesta
The Veloster R-Spec and Fiesta ST are close competitors. They make similar amounts of power and have identical fuel economy, although the Veloster weighs about 100 more pounds. Thanks to the Fiesta's true four-door platform, rear-seat passengers do get more room, although the Veloster still wins out on overall cargo space.
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The 2019 Hyundai Veloster is offered in the following submodels: Veloster Hatchback. Available styles include 2.0 Premium 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A), 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A), Turbo 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M), 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M), and Turbo R-Spec 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M).
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Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2019 Veloster 5 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2019 Veloster.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $26,410. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) is trending $2,557 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) is9.7% below the MSRP.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $20,510. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A) is trending $2,480 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A) is12.1% below the MSRP.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $19,510. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is trending $3,118 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $3,118 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$16,392.
The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is16% below the MSRP.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $29,160. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) is trending $2,700 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $2,700 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$26,460.
The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) is9.3% below the MSRP.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 Premium 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 Premium 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $23,760. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 Premium 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A) is trending $3,133 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $3,133 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$20,627.
The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster 2.0 Premium 3dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A) is13.2% below the MSRP.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $27,535. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $2,520 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $2,520 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$25,015.
The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is9.2% below the MSRP.
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2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $23,785. The average price paid for a new 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $2,500 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $2,500 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is$21,285.
The average savings for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec 3dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M) is10.5% below the MSRP.
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