Standard features include six airbags, plus the required antilock brakes and electronic stability system. Veloster features electric power steering that adjusts assistance to changing driving conditions while improving fuel economy over a conventional steering system. Show full review Even a nifty multimedia system and a Lady Gaga-sized helping of uniqueness can't distract from the fact that the 2014 Hyundai Veloster is slipping behind its competition. The system is not designed to detect certain stationary objects such as trees or poles, and may not detect all vehicles under certain conditions. This active braking redirects power to the outside front wheel in the turn, reducing wheelspin for enhanced cornering grip and corner-exit acceleration.
As a result, the rear passenger always exits on the curb side of the vehicle. The car differs from many competitors with its asymmetrical door configuration, featuring one large door on the driver side and two smaller doors on the passenger side. Pandora can also be viewed on the display screen and songs can be given the familiar Pandora thumbs up or thumbs down. It's a pain to load anyone from the longer, single door on the driver's side, as the driver's seat lacks a slide-forward feature. Still, given the state of go-fast compacts, the Veloster Turbo falls behind. The interior of the vehicle is nearly unchanged from the standard Turbo model, with the exception of blue coloured interior accents interior door handles, centre console handles , and repositioning of the Turbo logo from the centre of the seats to the side bolsters nearest the door, which are also coloured blue.
Even a nifty multimedia system and a Lady Gaga-sized helping of uniqueness can't distract from the fact that the 2014 Hyundai Veloster is slipping behind its competition. Non-turbo models in particular have sloppy handling compared to its competitors while. There's no oddness about the Veloster's center crossbar that splits the rear window and obscures some of the view behind you, as the same is found on the Toyota Prius and other cars; still, it's straight-up annoying h. Between the two models we tested in Austin, our pick goes to the Veloster Turbo R-spec. Body roll is limited in the Veloster, but numb steering and a preponderance of nose-heavy understeer limit the fun.
The R-Spec is a new trim level and is only available in the Turbo model. Click past the jump to learn more about it. The Gamma also features Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing, an electronic throttle control, a roller timing chain, variable induction and innovative anti-friction coatings. The steering is also revised for the R-spec trim, and the wheel provides good road feel and communication to the driver, offering a confidence in the corners. This has led the Brazilian to start investigating Hyundai for fraudulent behavior. Vehicle Summary The 2015 is an asymmetrically designed hatchback with a three-door layout instead of the more common two- or four-door configurations. Fortunately, there is a bit of important news in the drivetrain department, in the form of a seven-speed, dual-clutch gearbox.
The Rally Edition also comes with Rally Edition floor mats. Sport suspension and steering settings have been retuned for optimum responsiveness, with higher spring rates and a more rigid transmission mount. Hyundai needs to shed the Steinway and beef up the brakes while it's at it. Click to stack them up or to compare the 2014 and 2013 Veloster. When we first saw the Hyundai Veloster, we immediately fell in like, but when the new Turbo version took its turn, we were in love.
The base Veloster and Veloster Premium use a new naturally-aspirated 2. Also, if at any time your vehicle needs to be put back to a stock configuration, it can be done at anytime. When they found out I wasn't in Florida, I was quickly transferred to a voicemail for their out of state department. It takes some getting used to, both outside and in, with a B-pillar to one side but not the other it's farther back. Moving on, the Veloster Turbo also received updated headlamp and taillight graphics, new fog lamps, and new alloy wheel designs. The base model 2019 Veloster receives a 2. The larger single door is always on the driver's side, and the two smaller doors are always on the passenger side.
This priority on weight efficiency allows the Veloster Turbo to deliver a great combination of agility, performance, and fuel efficiency. During the six planned races in 2011, the on-site activity focused on the performance-tuned production vehicles, Genesis Coupe and Veloster, and local brand managers gave attendees tours of the cars and collected attendee data via surveys on buyer interest and brand consideration. The European version is only available with manual transmission. In our estimation, yes, it can. Prices The new Hyundai Veloster Turbo will go on sale in Summer 2012. Veloster Turbo also features a quicker-ratio steering rack and a revised steering calibration to match, which gives drivers precise cornering, feedback and control.
Hit the jump to read more about the new 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo. All Velosters employ four-wheel disc brakes, but even with the Turbo's beefier front discs 11. Hyundai's advances in build quality, and interior materials and design in the past few years have been truly impressive; if the turbo Veloster adds to the standard car's polish, it will be a new contender in the segment--and more fun, efficient, quick hatches to choose from is never a bad thing in our book. Hyundai also fits the Veloster Turbo with some pretty sweet technology as standard, no matter which trim level a buyer chooses. Next to a more powerful engine, the new Veloster Turbo will be distinguished by a bigger, bolder hexagonal front grille, sculpted side skirts, and new dynamic rear bumper with prominent diffuser vents. The quirky looks are also a selling point since it gives buyers a chance to own a car that looks like nothing else on the road. What it is: A small front-drive, four-seat coupe to replace the.