| Year
(of specifications) |
2011 |
| Engine |
1.6
litre 4-cylinder |
| Transmission |
6 speed manual or auto FWD |
| Max
speed |
- |
| 0-60
mph |
- |
| Horsepower |
138
hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| weight |
- |
The Hyundai Veloster is a three-door coupe with some quirky
styling. It might not be the fastest or most dynamic coupe on
the market, in fact it's far from it. However it does have funky
styling, and a rather useful third door located on the passenger
side. Think of it as a practical, affordable coupe and it works.
If you're looking for a more sporting Hyundai, then the Genesis
Coupe is what you should be looking at.
The Hyundai Veloster's unique design takes inspiration from
a high-performance sport bike. The Veloster has distinctive
black A-pillars that give the glass a motorcycle helmet visor
appearance. In the front is an aggressive form of Hyundai's
signature hexagonal front grille, hood scoop detailing, and
unique Hyundai-signature LED position lights. Optional packages
add a chrome grille surround, piano black highlights, fog lights,
and a massive panoramic sunroof.
Despite being a coupe, the Veloster has functionality similar
to a hatchback. In the past, some coupes have used smaller rear-hinged
access doors. The downside is that the front door must be opened
first, which can be inconvenient for the front seat passenger
and very awkward if you're stuck in the back. Hyundai's solution
is to hinge the doors at the front. The passenger-side rear
door handle is hidden to maintain the sleek coupe design.
Powering the Hyundai Veloster is an all-new Gamma 1.6-liter
four-cylinder engine. It is the smallest Hyundai engine to use
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI). GDI technology helps deliver
estimated highway fuel economy of up to 40 mpg, lower emissions
and higher reliability.
Through the use of GDI, the Gamma 1.6-liter engine delivers
an estimated peak output of 138 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and
maximum torque of 123 lb.-ft. at 4,850 rpm. The power is sent
to the front wheels through a standard 6-speed manual gearbox
or an optional 6-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Similar and related vehicles:
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Hyundai HCD8
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