2012 Hyundai Veloster

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Pamela H.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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03/10/2020
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A fantastic car!

My veloster is a great running car. Stylish, fast and super fun to drive. I have had no mechanical issues since I bought the car in 2013. The veloster is a reasonably priced car that performs very well. I expect that the Veloster N will be my next car. The veloster N is not as inexpensive but has all the bells and whistles and many upgrades from the basic original.
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Dan B.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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03/06/2020
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Might Be My Fave

This car might be the favorite I’ve owned. From the get-go, and maybe because it’s the only car I’ve ordered from the dealer with all the stock options, I feel like I made the car (1) that would serve as a daily driver, (2) would be a fun car to drive, and (3) be reasonably priced. Some may think the car is under-powered. But when You get the manual version, you can make it do substantially more with less. Easy and fun, it does everything I need.
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Dennis D.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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01/22/2020
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2012 Hyundai Veloster

I bought this car new in September of 2011. It was the 1st model year for the Veloster and I needed something to get good gas mileage as I traveled from Detroit to Chicago quite often. I quickly fell in love with this car. Wide, sporty, and so much fun to drive.....I have 90k on it and have had no problems with it. I considered buying another but this one has been keeping me happy so maybe in a few more years. I started buying Hyundai back in 2001 and I am amazed at how well built these cars are. I just wish Hyundai made a truck equivalent to F150 or Silverado......
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Vincent K.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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12/20/2019
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As a hatchback.

I bought the Veloster because I like hatchbacks. They give me the flexability for all my driving needs including skiing with two friends and all our gear, including taking my trash to the drop-off place, including traveling to visit family hundreds of miles away.
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Mary S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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11/19/2019
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I love my car

It would be nice if the dealership when I bring my car in for service that they would let me know if there's been any recalls on my car so that I can get that set up for an appointment and take care of it thank you.
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Sara H.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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11/07/2019
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3 door coupe

I like My car... but I’m having twins soon. I do Not believe the kids will be safe in this car . I need Something much bigger , safe , & spacious . I need Something affordable & worth the change for the veloster
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Frank S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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10/22/2019
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My Veloster

Loved it from the moment I saw it. Fun to drive and comfortable to be in. I don’t see very many other Velosters and certainly very few in my green metallic color. I understand that that color was only offered once.
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Theresa B.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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09/24/2019
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Best car I have ever bought!

My veloster is a 2012, manual 6 speed shift on floor. Yellow in color. I made her my own and..gets great gas milage too... I just love my car..wouldn't trade her in for the world....can't make improvements to something that's already been done....
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Jeanette T.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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08/31/2019
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I love this car!!!!!

This car is so much fun to drive and super easy to handle on the road ! I’m so happy I have my Hyundai !!!!!! I always feel like I’m driving a little race car ! Plus everyone at Hyundai is friendly I guess that’s why I’m on my 5th Hyundai vehicle !
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Mary S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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08/30/2019
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It a fun car to drive and reliable. There's nothing like my Three door sports/ small family car.

I've enjoyed the 4 years I've had with this car. I go everywhere in it. From Alabama to Tennessee, to Florida and to New York. It's better than any rental and it very good on gas. I feel good driving it and just sitting in it. We get so may likes with this car. This is my toy to keep even when it get old. I truly like this car.
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Robert D.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/28/2019
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great car, poor service department

I own a Veloster 2012 and am very pleased with the purchase. Perfect vehicle for a work commute but would not recommend for a long distance drive. The low profile tires make it a noisy ride. It seats 4 comfortably and has adequate cargo room.
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Bob B.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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08/09/2019
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Veloster

Love the sporty look and the bold colors. Mine is electralight green. Very sporty and fun to drive. 7 years no trouble except for one hickup with creep mode. Gets lots of people coming up and saying they like the car and wanting to know what it is.
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Patricia S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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06/12/2019
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My Veloster

Love my Veloster! It's sporty and cool! Very happy with it. It's a 2012 , has less than 70,000 miles and still going! Bought it brand new off the show room floor 7yrs ago! I will probably never get rid of it. If I do it will be another Hyundai ?
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MICHAEL T. M.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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06/09/2019
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Just like kimchi

I bought the vehicle new and haven't looked back since. It's a joy to drive and economical on gas. I have had no problems with it. I follow the service manual and drive sensibly. If I had to buy another car I would look into the turbo Veloster.
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Denise W.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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06/06/2019
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Veloster star

This little car is a work horse. I bought the 2012 in 2011 and she has been full of fun and durability. I love the fuel economy and I have learned how to adjust my driving for snowy conditions. I haven't experienced any problems with the sunroof and I enjoy the size of the retractable interior shade. 160,000 miles and counting.
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Mathew S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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06/05/2019
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Looks cool. That’s about it.

I bought this car back in 2012. It’s great on gas and looks nice but that’s about the only positives. You can hear and feel every bump from the road. I was highly dissatisfied with the stock tires that were faulty and needed to be replaced within 2 years of having the car. I literally drove maybe 5-10 miles a day on them because I lived so close to work at the time. Hyundai refused to work with me regarding the tires warranty and told me to contact the tire company. The tire company then told me to contact my dealer for tire replacements. I ended up having to buy newer tires on my own. This will be the only Hyundai I will ever own.
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Joseph P.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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05/18/2019
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Veloster 2012

Though we bought it used, certified pre-owned with 18k miles, It’s a keeper! family car for my and my wife. Not only is it stylish/sporty but really fun to drive, with economical maintenance,etc, We l? our Veloster’12
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Stephen W.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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05/16/2019
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My Veloster

I have enjoyed my Veloster every day since I made my purchase over 7 years ago. I only wish the turbo had been available when I bought mine. They didn't bring that out till later. Gas mileage is great and the ride is smooth on the road but a little tight in town. I get the car bug ever so often but can't imagine not having my Veloster. I would have to trade for another Veloster. Turbo this time though.
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Kellan D.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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04/30/2019
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Yikes

The Veloster is a garbage car. It has a coupling in the steering column that WILL cause you problems. The flimsy plastic piece has been recalled in a handful of other Hyundai cars, but for some reason it hasn't been in the Veloster yet, even though it has the same potentially deadly issue. If this piece completely breaks, you will entirely loose control over steering. Oh yeah and it typically starts to have problems around 60,000 miles, which is when the factory warranty on the piece expires. Pretty convenient for Hyundai, especially because their shops are the only places where you can get it repaired. I'm now beginning to have problems with the oil pan, axel, body panels, and various parts of the interior as well, such as the sun visor and speakers. Hyundai makes garbage, plastic cars that break like cheap children's toys. Don't just avoid the Veloster, avoid Hyundai.
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Patricia S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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04/25/2019
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Patti

I love my Veloster. I enjoy driving it. Most people don’t realize it has three doors. Even though I would have liked a blue Veloster, I would not trade it in as I have gotten used to the silver color. My Veloster is very reliable and I can depend on it to take me where I need to go.
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