2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback

2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback Comprehensive Review and Test Drive specs and photo gallery. The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback is not as fun to drive as it looks, and its ride can be harsh. 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback is for the type of person who likes to be different. with an ample list of features, efficient engines and distinctive styling still make this a good alternative to regular old economy cars.

The 2013 Hyundai Veloster is a compact four-door hatchback, but the doors aren’t all exactly where you might expect them to be–while the car may look like a coupe from the driver’s side, it looks like a sedan from the passenger’s. Its zippy performance and solid fuel economy make it appealing to the younger crowd for which it was designed.

bellow are the fact 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback that help you make decision to buy this best hatchback car if you are affordable small cars shoppers

1. Powered by a direct-injection turbocharged 1.6L the Veloster Turbo makes 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque with a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio.


2. In addition to the turbocharger, upgrades include a custom body kit, 18-inch wheels, sport-tuned steering, LED headlight accents, a dual center exhaust and leather heated sport seats.


3. Fuel economy is rated at 26/38 mpg for the manual and 25/34 mpg for the automatic.


4. The Veloster Turbo is the first Hyundai available with matte gray paint for an additional $1,000.


5. Pricing starts at $21,950.

An unusual three-door layout—with a larger door on the driver’s side and two smaller ones on the passenger side—helps with cargo-loading or wedging passengers into the backseat. While the Veloster’s cabin is spacious and airy from the front seat, the back seats are definitely just for kids, or very short occupants, as headroom is very limited. Rear seats are best folded down, where they form a flat cargo surface; the hatch is very wide-opening, although there’s quite a liftover at the back.

Based around underpinnings from the latest Elantra sedan, but fitted with the same 1.6-liter direct-injection four-cylinder engine from the smaller Accent, the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback takes established mechanicals yet manages to drive quite differently than either of those mainstream models. And although it offers a standard six-speed manual, it’s the first vehicle in Hyundai’s lineup, globally, to offer the company’s all-new Dual Clutch (DCT) automated manual transmission. Its handling is also phenomenally good (thanks in part to a different rear geometry and stiffer tune), with impressive grip and poise, though its steering could use better weighting and more road feel and—some might consider this more of an issue—the engine is sorely lacking in low-rpm torque. Provided you keep the revs up, the Veloster shows its other, perkier personality.

Hyundai delivers to that young, sophisticated buyer set exactly what it wants, with standard items including a seven-inch touch-screen interface, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, built-in Gracenote display technology, and a USB port to connect and access iPod media via voice controls. XM NavWeather and other data services are included with a premium sound system, as are a rearview camera and backup warning system, and navigation, push-button start, and a 115-volt outlet are included if you get a fully loaded Tech Package Veloster. Even then, a fully loaded, normally aspirated Veloster totals less than $23,000.

In other words, the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback isn’t as fun to drive as you’d expect, nor is it as comfortable as it should be. We definitely recommend looking at some of the alternatives, but there’s no taking away this funky hatchback’s interesting mix of value and practicality. It’s also really different.

2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2013 Hyundai Veloster is a hatchback with three doors (one on the driver side and two on the passenger side). There are base, RE:MIX and Turbo trim levels.

The base Veloster comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED running lights, heated mirrors, full power accessories, keyless entry, cruise control, air-conditioning, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, BlueLink emergency telematics, Bluetooth phone connectivity, a touchscreen electronics interface and a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack, an RCA audio/video jack, Pandora internet radio capability and an iPod/USB audio interface.

The Style package adds 18-inch alloy wheels, foglamps, a panoramic sunroof, chrome and piano-black exterior trim, cloth/leatherette premium vinyl upholstery, a leather-wrapped wheel and shifter, alloy-trimmed pedals, a driver auto-up window and an eight-speaker Dimension premium audio system. To this package the Tech package can be added. It includes different 18-inch wheel with body-matching painted inserts, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, automatic headlights, keyless ignition/entry, a 115-volt household power outlet and a navigation system.

The RE:MIX is essentially a base Veloster fitted with a body kit, unique 18-inch alloy wheels, foglights, projection headlights with LED running lights, LED taillights, keyless ignition/entry, the Dimension sound system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, LED cabin lighting and monogrammed floor mats.

Compared to the base 2013 Veloster, the Turbo gets a more powerful engine, sport-tuned steering, unique 18-inch alloy wheels, different styling elements, foglamps, keyless ignition/entry, heated front seats, driver lumbar adjustment, leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped wheel and shifter and the Dimension sound system. The Ultimate package adds the rear parking sensors, panoramic sunroof, automatic headlights, 115-volt outlet, rearview camera and navigation system.

2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback Powertrains and Performance

The front-wheel-drive 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback comes standard with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 138 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque when equipped with the standard six-speed manual transmission. It produces 132 hp and 120 lb-ft of torque with the optional six-speed automated manual transmission known as DCT. In Edmunds performance testing, a manual-equipped Veloster went from zero to 60 mph in 9.5 seconds, which is good for a subcompact hatchback, but not exactly swift. A DCT-equipped Veloster we tested last year was nearly a second slower and should be even pokier for 2013 because of the decrease in power.

For those who really do want and need more power, a turbocharged engine is available in the 2013 Veloster, along with a sport-tuned suspension, revised steering and brakes, and 18-inch wheels and tires. With 201 horsepower and available six-speed automatic or manual gearboxes, the Veloster Turbo carries a base price of more than $22,000, with a raft of added standard equipment including heated front seats, leather upholstery, a 450-watt sound system, and BlueLink, Hyundai’s mobile-app and connectivity suite, which enables audio streaming and voice control over some systems. A navigation system and panoramic sunroof are bundled into an option group that brings an automatic-equipped Turbo to just over $26,000, and a matte-grey finish can be had for $1000–along with an owner-care kit and a recommendation for hand washing only.

The 2012-2013 Veloster hatchback is one of a set of vehicles found to have overstated fuel-economy numbers. The EPA has tested both model years and lowered its gas-mileage ratings, to a maximum of 37 mpg highway for the Veloster, and 35 mpg for the Turbo. Owners can register with Hyundai to receive reimbursement for the gas consumed above and beyond expected levels; more details are found at HyundaiMPGInfo.com. For our own real-world take on the car, including its gas mileage returns, read our six-month road test.

2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback Safety

Every 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback comes standard with antilock brakes, traction and stability control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. Also included is Hyundai BlueLink, which includes automatic crash notification, on-demand roadside assistance, remote door unlock, stolen vehicle tracking and vehicle alarm notification.

In Edmunds brake testing, the Veloster came to a stop from 60 mph in a class-average 121 feet.

2013 Hyundai Veloster Interior Design and Special Features

Clearly, the most prominent feature of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback is its three-door layout. While the single driver-side door creates a coupelike appearance, the two smaller passenger-side doors provide added convenience for loading people or parcels. Once you pass through the single rear door (be careful not to clip your head on the truncated opening) you’ll find a backseat that’s roomier than most coupes but less so than most hatchbacks. There’s a decent amount of legroom, but the seat cushion is mounted quite low and headroom is limited by the sloping rear roof line that places the heads of its occupants under the sun-warmed glass of the hatch. The deep trunk holds 15.5 cubic feet under that hatch.

Up front, the cabin boasts a youthful and modern design that never seems cute or gimmicky. The splashes of blue trim included with the Turbo are a nice touch. There is an abundance of hard plastic, but it’s textured for a more favorable appearance. In terms of functionality, the Veloster’s controls are presented in the sensible way we expect from Hyundai, including even those in the standard touchscreen interface.

The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback is also notable for its standard electronics and entertainment features. Besides an iPod interface and Bluetooth phone connectivity, Pandora radio control is standard as well. Hyundai’s BlueLink emergency communications system comes with the typical safety telematics features, plus outbound text messaging, location sharing (via Facebook) and a geo-fence system that alerts you when the car travels outside of a defined area (for keeping tabs on younger drivers or valet parkers).

2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback Driving Impressions

An impressive machine based on all the available statistics, the Veloster Turbo is undeniably fun but fails to deliver that wow factor.

In nearly all categories, Hyundai’s value approach has allowed it to rise to the top, but not here. After all, this is a segment where value is far from being a main priority and where ‘fun-to-drive’ comes standard.

Regardless, Hyundai will sell lots of Veloster Turbos by nature of the fact that it delivers the goods on paper while in reality isn’t too hard-edged and won’t scare off the average consumer. A hot hatch for all, enthusiasts need not apply.

So the 2013 Hyundai Veloster is not a legitimate sport coupe or sport hatchback. However, if you’re just looking for a subcompact or compact hatchback with a distinct and sportycharacter, then it definitely still has some appeal. 2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback is easy to drive, responsive to inputs and both engines deliver strong fuel economy.

2013 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback