2016 Hyundai Veloster

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Carl C.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/22/2019
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2016 Hyundai Volester

The car is a great car, but I wished I would have gotten a automatic instead of the 6 speed. For a few reasons. My shoulder is giving me some problems, because of my age, and for another reason, the car would do a lot better on gas. I had a 2012 Volester and it got 43 MPG. This one is lucky to get 30.
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John K.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/19/2019
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A useful Sports Car !

This is what I would call a useful Sports Car, as it is has the feel that this is what you are driving, but it also has the space for four people and a hatchback for easy loading and fold-down rear seats for storage.
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Jayne H.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/16/2019
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I love the car. I lease it and when my lease is up, I will be leasing another.

I have no other comment other than, your missing out if you want to have that sexy sporty sports car look at an affordable price. Hyundai has done in my opinion an excellent job with design and performance. The car I lease is 201 h.p. turbo.
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Chandrakanta M.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/12/2019
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2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo 2 years ownership review

Me and my wife, both like the design, styling , the 3 door concept which very practical (my son and sometimes my occasional friends don't find it difficult to settle down on the back seats) . Certainly we liked the color (vitamin C - Orange) and the tech pack's feature in this car. It's certainly doesn't run a as smooth as a Subaru (my 2nd car) however it's not meant to be run that way. I have been using the car for almost 2 years now and i admit that I still love it. It runs stiff, you can feel that from the steering wheel and when you have cracks on the roads. I have observed it takes while when you try to accelerate it from a stand still, but once the revs are around 3000, it just goes on, and one more observation is the gear shifts in auto mode, it's too quick so you don't really enjoy. It has very practical cargo space for a weekend out and we loved the car as is without any modifications.
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Lionel W.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/11/2019
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I love her

My car is amazing frfr she has great speed just for me love the color and rims are amazing and stock beat is nice and the seats are ok my lil girls love driving fast my youngest loves that fact she has her own door
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CHARLES M.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/09/2019
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Veloster Turbo manual transmission

Great vehicle for my son's first car. Excellent gas milage and features. Fun to drive when I drive it. I think the stereo is great, he wishes it had more bass and was a little louder. Manual transmission shifts good. Engine feels a little flat at high rpms.
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Lucinda K.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/05/2019
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Veloster turbo

The car is very responsive, handling is superior, pick up is awesome for a small car great gas mileage, comfortable interior, full leather, slap stick, paddle shift option, or just regular automatic, many options on this model, including proximity start, blue Link (similar to OnStar) but alot more features
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Kevin V.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/05/2019
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It's almost there.

Let me preference by saying that I have the RSpec, so it does without some features that the standard turbo has such as heated seats, sunroof, and navigation. Of those features, heated seats and a sunroof are the only things I find myself missing, but I forewent them for the sake of a lower payment. The touch screen works well, and the stereo is adequate for all but the most bass intensive music. This is my first car with a back up cam, and I am so glad these are becoming mandated equipment. Backing up through the tiny rear window would be a little stressful I think. The camera projects a distance overlay to help with parking, but it does not project trajectory which would have been a nice feature, but for the price point, its nice just to have a back up cam. If you want to talk performance, this is where the Veloster's price point holds it back the most. Having come from a car that had both an independent rear suspension, and a limited slip differential, I find myself missing both every time I take a tight turn at speed, or accelerate out of one. The aftermarket provides some remedies for these problems, but I am glad to see the Gen2 Velosters fix both these short comings properly. The 1.6L GDI Turbo engine is a marvel for what it is. 201 hp and 197 lbft is a lot for such a little car with so little displacement. Is it enough? Hell no, but is it ever? What you do get from such a small engine is 33mpg as long as you don't let the boost rise too much, and the real icing on that cake is that you get it on 87 octane pump gas. Premium is unnecessary which is amazing considering most turbocharged cars require at least 91 out of the box. All these figures compare favorably imo to the only other vehicle operating in the same space as the Veloster Turbo, the Ford Fiesta ST. The Fiesta ST gives up a little bit of power to the VT at only 197 hp keeping it technically out of the 200 club. Whats more is that the Fiesta requires 93 octane to get all of its ponies while the VT is happy sipping 87. Another symptom of the Veloster's price point is the lack of a boost gauge, an unforgivable sin imo for any performance minded vehicle with forced induction. Again this seems to be a matter of price point since neither the Fiesta ST nor the 500 Abarth have one either. The performance of the Veloster Turbo/RSpec is competitive for its segment, but I can't help but feel another 20 hp in addition to a LSD would really help the car earn a reputation as a legitimate hot hatch. I have no complaints about the slick 6 speed. My RSpec came with a crisp short throw B&M shifter, a feature that has since become standard on all manual turbo models. Is the automatic any good? No idea, but in my opinion your doing it wrong if you're getting your sporty car fitted with a slush box. As it stands, the Velsoter is widely seen as more style than substance, a criticism I don't entirely disagree with. Speaking of style, there is no arguing that the Veloster is a beautiful car. It has more style than cars costing twice as much. Its loud exterior may put off some people, but for anyone who wants a sporty looking car at an economy price, you really can't do better. The large open mouthed grill, the muscular bulging rear fenders, and the over-sized center mounted exhaust outlets are particular favorites of mine. I wish the outlets were actual tailpipes, but that again is a problem the aftermarket can solve. RSpec's like my own also come with a loud cherry red and black upholstery that adds a cherry (no pun intended) on top of the loud styling. Bonus points if you get your Veloster in black like I did. The contrast is preferable to the white and blues colors which comprise the only 2 alternative colors for the RSpec. All in all the Veloster Turbo / RSpec is a neat little car that splits the difference between hot hatch and sports coupe. It manages to look several thousand dollars more expensive than it is with unique and aggressive styling, and also manages to hide its cheap price point from anyone not looking for it. I wish it had four doors instead of 3, but if that is a deal breaker for you, there is always the aforementioned Fiesta ST. you'll give up some power, a back up cam, and a boat load of styling... but you'll get that 4th door. A car like this would have been a 16 year old me's dream, and even at 30 I am grateful for how much I get for comparatively so little. I see this car as a great daily driver for a young professional who has little to no kids, or as fun little 3rd car to complement the minivan and the crossover already parked in the driveway.
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Cris S.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/04/2019
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Love my Veloster!

I love the way if handles, the way it looks, the quick responsiveness when I step on the accelerator, and the nice leather interior. I frequently get many compliments from people when they see my car on how nice and sporty it looks. It is very fun to drive! I have had a few friends and family members drive it and they are always super impressed and wished they had one themselves.
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Ryan S.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/04/2019
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Transmission

I don't like the transmission that they put in my car they call it a double clutch transmission I would call it a confused transmission. It doesn't shift very well upon acceleration. Also, the seats are not very comfortable for a larger people.
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Susan S.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/04/2019
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I love my car bought it in Connecticut

I love the dealership. The computer maintenance and the professional people. My salesman had my custom heated seats put in, in a timely manner . I will never purchase a vehicle from the North Charleston dealership after I was lied to.
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Staycia D.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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04/03/2019
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Great car

I have no complaints regarding my vehicle. I love my Hyundai Veloster I haven’t had any problems , low maintenance and good on gas. I’m a commuter , so I do about 150 miles a day. I need something reliable. I would purchase another one.
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Railer C.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/29/2019
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2016 Veloster Turbo

So I am nearing the 3 year mark with my VT. I just had the oil and filter done for my 23k mileage. This has been a fun sporty car. I get asked a lot about the car and where I bought it, especially after I have detailed the car. I use a certain wax on it and it makes the color just pop to life. The vehicle has held up well and even the tires are still good. If you want a car that has plenty of style this is it.
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Don C.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/26/2019
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Fun car, unless you're really tall.

It's my car and I love it. My girlfriend, not so much. She's 6'2" and the driver's seat doesn't go back far enough for her to comfortably fit. The passenger seat is fine for her. If you and yours are in the taller 25% of the population, you might want to get a test fit before you take a test drive. Apart from that, I've found the car very fun to drive. Sport mode makes it accelerate like a motorcycle (I have the non-turbo model). It runs flat and smooth at speed. The paddle shifters I don't use much.
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Daniel P.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/21/2019
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Fun Car

I bought this car, a 2016 Turbo Voloster for my wife. I've asked her many times if she had any complaints at all. Only one. She's five foot five. She doesn't like the passenger seat. It sits too low with no verticle adjustment. That's her only complaint. That is also my only complaint. What I do like about the Voloster are several things. First is that it is fun to drive! Especially on the freeways. It's geared for higher speeds and on the interstate it shines. It's the best use I know of for a 1.6 liter engine. I would prefer a 2.0 liter, but the turbo'd 1.6 liter gets great mpg on regular gas and does quite well. All in all, the dual clutch is nice, the ride is very nice, the power is good, the Interior is very nice. I test drove a non turbo'd model. It was so gutless I was saddened that Hyundai would even put it on the market.
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Jeremy L.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/19/2019
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Worse car I have bought

25k miles and has seen the shop more then all of my previous cars before. Hyundai has not answered my emails or calls now for.the last 2 weeks. As a whole company I'm am severely disappointed in the service I have received. I have over 1000 in expenses due to dealership flaws and manufacturers defects. Do your research and make sure this is exactly what you want and need as a car before you jump into one.
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Michael E.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/19/2019
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Love my Veloster but not it's transmission!

I really enjoy driving my 2016 Veloster. Purchased it brand new with all the bells and whistles. It's the turbo model with the dual clutch system. It drives and handles like a champ. The only issue I'm having is the transmission stalls all the time between 2nd and 3rd gear. Hyundai technicians have told me on 4 occasions that they've been having problems with this transmission from the factory. I'm at a loss here because I have a great warranty but nothing can be done about the transmission. Time to consult an attorney!
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Barbara J.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/17/2019
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LOVE IT!!

Absolutely love my car!! I like that I can switch it from automatic to standard shift being in that the majority of my cars in my lifetime had been a stick shift. I get a lot of compliments and the fact that the car only has three drawers is really a conversation piece .
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Andrew D.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/14/2019
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Very crashworthy, however 35k on a new motor is not acceptable

Car had new motor installed at 35k and not warranteed. The manufactures tires lasted only 18k. Replacement inexpensive ones lasted 40k. No other serious issues except lights and turn signals replaced annually. Decent gas mileage.
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Lauren R.
2016 Hyundai Veloster
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03/14/2019
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Fun to drive!

I needed a car and was in a pinch...there was a veloster available. I didn't have a specific vehicle in mind, but I realized that it was what I was looking for once I got behind the wheel. Fun car to drive!
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