Used 2017 Hyundai Veloster Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2017 Veloster, so we've included reviews for other years of the Veloster since its last redesign.
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B Holmes, 03/06/2016
updated 09/11/2017
2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback w/Black Interior (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
10 of 22 people found this review helpful
There are still significant issues with the (to be fair most regardless of manufacturer) GDI engine. Jerky acceleration appears somewhat randomly, and city driving in this car is a burden. Handling is not very good. The entertainment system interface in the car is not very well thought out and the display screen is overly bright at night, creating a distraction. After a full month and 1700 miles, I am realizing how cheaply this car is made. After owning Hondas (92 civic, 83 accord--over 200k miles) and an 04 Toyota Celica (190k miles) I can say that Hyundai, at least with the Veloster, is not in the same league yet. UPDATE: Now at 17000 miles, my opinion of the Veloster and of Hyundai has not changed. Worst service department blunder so far: A mouse caused some damage to the windshield washer fluid line and sparkplug wires. After almost a week of having it (waiting on a part for the washer line), the car was returned with a report that all work had been completed and things like "Extra wire protection" had been added. The report said "The entire vehicle is operating as intended". Cost: $918 The truth was they did not repair the line, the part arrived (I was notified by the service department's auto-notify) the next day after getting my vehicle. I notified the service manager who asked if they could have my car for another day to see what the issue was. I declined and said it could wait until my next oil change. Inspecting the wire repair I found they had merely twisted the wires back together and taped them up with a lot of electrical tape. I guess that was the extra protection. The entire repair job was no where near worth the money I paid and the time I waited. There is no way I would recommend this vehicle or any that Hyundai manufactures. UPDATE: Now at 25000 miles, and I've been told my required maintenance includes a valve cleaning. The satisfaction of ownership continues to decline. The rear hatch button is broken. One of the rear wheels is beginning to make a roaring noise that is increasing in volume (not the tire as it remains in the back regardless of tire rotation. The radio has reset itself twice (date to the default) and has refused to turn on a couple of times. At this point I am just trying to keep the mileage low as possible so I can trade it in as soon as it is paid off. Worse car I have ever owned and it is still fairly new.
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Fun, zippy, reliable ( ! ) crazed puppy of a car!
Paul in St. Charles, IL, 12/27/2019
2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback w/Black Interior (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The good: •Gas mileage. I average about 30mpg with a heavy foot. •The roominess is surprising Four real adults fit fine, headroom in the back isn’t great for anyone over about 5’-9” but for short trips it’s fine. Cargo room is very good for its class of car. •Performance and handling are above average for the class. It’s a very taut, responsive car and reminds me of a crazy puppy dog. It outhandled the 2017 Mini Cooper S and 2017 Honda Civic Si that I cross shopped with. It’s not a FAST car, but it IS a quick point and squirt kinda car. It’s addictive between 3000-6000 RPM. The not so good: •The ride is harsher than I think it needs to be. The low-profile 40 series tires are a big contributor of this, maybe a change to a little taller sidewall would help the ride quality but I'd lose a little in the handling department. It's all a tradeoff. •The DCT transmission I have is definitely NOT a sporty transmission. I wish they would’ve offered a better sport mode with crisper up/down shifts, rev matching, etc. It’s not a bad transmission, but it could be much better. • I wish it had LED lights all around. The DRL’s are LED but all other bulbs are old fashioned halogen yellow ones. A lighting upgrade is desperately needed. •The toys on mine are not as nice as the '17 Elantra I'm replacing. My Veloster does not have Car Play or some of the little info screens that my Elantra did. It's tough going to a car with less tech than the one you're replacing, but I'll get over it. Overall, I really do love this car a lot. It’s only second to my ‘97 NA Miata (rip) in fun factor, and beats the 2017 Elantra that it’s replacing with ease in almost every category but toys & comfort. The car is, now, stock. I plan to install an oil catch can very soon however, as gasoline direct injection engines benefit greatly with them installed. Anyone who is looking for a fun, efficient and reliable little car can’t go wrong with a Veloster. Just don’t get the normally aspirated version, only get a turbo or you’ll be really sorry!
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Great Car with a little bit of speed
Jim, 07/12/2016
2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 3dr Hatchback w/Black Interior (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car was the perfect split of economical and fun to rive.
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The transmission sucks.
Gerry Vogel, 12/17/2017
2017 Hyundai Veloster Value Edition 3dr Hatchback w/Black Interior (1.6L 4cyl 6AM)
5 of 14 people found this review helpful
Try low speed manuvers. The DSR transmission is NOT for low or moderate speeds.
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Blah, Sluggish, Jerky
Pashanan, 02/21/2018
2016 Hyundai Veloster 3dr Hatchback w/Black Interior (1.6L 4cyl 6AM)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
You have to floor the pedal just to move forward. My knee hurts just after 12-minute drive from the heavy pushing I have to do with my foot. Clumsy car. Very poor visibility to back sides or back, narrow windows. I end up looking out half through the sloping skylight. Primitive door-locking system. Only good thing I can say is it brakes very well. I would never buy such a car and can't wait to drop this car off at the rental agency. The car looks cool, but if you have driven anything decent in the past, you will find this car unacceptable. If you are young and have no experience with a smoother, better car, then you might not know the difference. I am shocked that a car this disappointing is even on the market.
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