2021 Hyundai Veloster review
Hyundai Veloster highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Mileage (EPA estimate)
25 city, 33 highway, 29 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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All Hyundai Veloster years
What is new for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster?
- The Ultimate trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
2021 Hyundai Veloster trims
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- 147-hp, 132-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Cloth Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Traction Control
- Cruise Control
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Premium:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Sunroofs
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Smart Key
- Infinity Sound System
- Satellite Radio Ready
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R-Spec:
- Includes all features available on the Premium
- 201-hp, 195-lb-ft of torque 1.6L
- Turbo Charged Engine
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Turbo:
- Includes all features available on the R-Spec
- Panoramic Sunroof
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Ultimate:
- Includes all features available on the Turbo
- Leather Seats
- Head Up Display
- Automated Cruise Control
- Navigation System
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Hyundai Veloster an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Hyundai Veloster 30th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Hyundai Veloster is $477, compared to an average of $453 for Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Hyundai Veloster owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.0 times per year, compared to an average of 1.1 times for Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 14% for the Hyundai Veloster, compared to an average of 12% for Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Hyundai Veloster features and specs
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Ultimate 2WD 3D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Infinity Sound System
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
201
Torque (ft-lbs)
195
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
104.3"
Overall length
166.9"
Width
70.9"
Height
55.1"
Leg room
F 42.6"/R 34.1"
Head room
F 36.9"/R 35.9"
Front tires
P225/40WR18
Rear tires
P225/40WR18
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Hyundai Veloster FAQ
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Ultimate: 28 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- Base: 27 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- Premium: 27 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- R-Spec: 26 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Turbo: 28 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
The Hyundai Veloster received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Hyundai Veloster as 29 out of 46 among Compact Car
Here is what's new for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster:
- Sunroof(s)
- Cruise Control
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