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2021 Hyundai Veloster

Hatchback · 2015–2022 · Veloster, Veloster N

Trims and features

2015201620172019202020212022
VelosterVeloster N

What changed for 2021

2021 Veloster trims

2.02.0 PremiumTurboTurbo R-SpecTurbo Ultimate
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $18,900$23,100$25,750$23,450$28,450
Powertrain
EngineNu 2.0L MPI Atkinson Cycle 4-cylinderNu 2.0L MPI Atkinson Cycle 4-cylinderGamma 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinderGamma 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinderGamma 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder
Horsepower147 hp147 hp201 hp201 hp201 hp
Torque132 lb-ft132 lb-ft195 lb-ft195 lb-ft195 lb-ft
Transmission6-Speed Automatic: 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC
6-Speed Manual: 6-Speed Manual		6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC7-Speed EcoShift DCT with SHIFTRONIC6-Speed Manual7-Speed EcoShift DCT with SHIFTRONIC
Gears66767
Drivetrain6-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed ManualFwdFwdFwdFwd
Fuel economy (combined)6-Speed Automatic: 30 mpg
6-Speed Manual: 28 mpg		30 mpg30 mpg29 mpg30 mpg
Size and capability
Seats44444
Cargo behind last row19.9 cu ft19.9 cu ft19.9 cu ft19.9 cu ft19.9 cu ft
Max cargo44.5 cu ft44.5 cu ft44.5 cu ft44.5 cu ft44.5 cu ft
Ground clearance5.6 in5.6 in5.6 in5.6 in5.6 in
Length166.9 in166.9 in166.9 in166.9 in166.9 in
Tech
Touchscreen7 in8 in8 in8 in8 in
Apple CarPlayWiredWiredWiredWiredWired
Android AutoWiredWiredWiredWiredWired
Digital gauge cluster3.5 in4.2 in4.2 in4.2 in4.2 in
Head-up display————Windshield HUD
Audio—InfinityInfinityInfinityInfinity
Speakers68888
Wireless phone charging—QiQi—Qi
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise control————Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane keepingLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep AssistLane Keep Assist
Blind-spot monitoring—Blind Spot AlertBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency brakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAutomatic Emergency BrakingAEB with Pedestrian Detection
Rear cross-traffic—Rear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic Alert
Comfort
SeatsClothLeatherLeatherClothLeather
Heated seats—FrontFront—Front
Remote start—App-Based Remote StartApp-Based Remote Start—App-Based Remote Start
Exterior
Sunroof—Tilt/Slide MoonroofTilt/Slide Moonroof—Tilt/Slide Moonroof
Wheels17 in18 in18 in18 in18 in
HeadlightsHalogenHalogenHalogenHalogenBi-LED Projector
Packages and options (15)
2.02.0 PremiumTurboTurbo R-SpecTurbo Ultimate
Rear Bumper Applique $75OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Wheel Locks $65OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Net $55OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Carpeted Floor Mats $155OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Interior Light Kit $250OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Reversible Cargo Tray $115OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Chalk White OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Lunar White OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Racing Red OptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Sonic Silver OptionalOptionalOptional—Optional
Sunset Orange OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Thunder Gray OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Ultra Black OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—
Black OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional—
Gray ————Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Apple lists CarPlay for: Veloster 2016–2022 (Apple).

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2022 Hyundai Veloster N 3 HB FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 237
2021 Hyundai Veloster 3 HB FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 111
2021 Hyundai Veloster N 3 HB FWDNot Rated NoStandard 218
2020 Hyundai Veloster 3 HB FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 124
2020 Hyundai Veloster N 3 HB FWDNot Rated NoNo 13
2019 Hyundai Veloster 3 HB FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 242
2019 Hyundai Veloster N 3 HB FWDNot Rated NoNo 340
2017 Hyundai VELOSTER 3 C FWD5 NoNo 050
2016 Hyundai VELOSTER 3 C FWD5 NoNo 1222
2015 Hyundai VELOSTER 3 C FWD5 NoNo 2137

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2022Veloster NMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 22–25
2021VelosterAuto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L		 28–30
2021Veloster NMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 22–25
2020VelosterAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L		 28–30
2020Veloster NMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 25
2019VelosterAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L		 28–30
2019Veloster NMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 25
2017VelosterAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L
Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo		 28–31
2016VelosterAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L
Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo		 28–31
2015VelosterAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo		 26–30

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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