Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai Veloster
Power
140HP
Torque
167Nm
Consumption
6.4l/100
Emissions
145g/km
0-100 km/h
10.3s
Top Speed
200km/h
Weight
1295kg
Price
23,645€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
4 / 4 doors
320 L
50 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi 140 CV DCT Tecno (2015-2017)
General description
The Hyundai Veloster is not a car, it's a statement of intent. Born in 2011, this coupé broke all the molds with a bold and almost rebellious proposal: an asymmetrical design with one door on the driver's side and two on the passenger's side. It's a vehicle that chooses you as much as you choose it, an ode to individuality in a sea of uniformity.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Veloster envelops you in a special atmosphere. Its 1.6 GDi engine with 140 HP, coupled with the DCT dual-clutch gearbox, offers a smooth and progressive response, more focused on a pleasant journey than an adrenaline rush. It's not the fastest in its class, but the sense of agility transmitted by its chassis and the connection with the road make you feel like you're driving something unique. It's a car to be enjoyed in every curve, not for its top speed, but for the style and personality it exudes.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the Veloster becomes a work of art. Its silhouette is a visual provocation, with muscular lines, an imposing rear with a central exhaust, and, of course, its revolutionary 2+1 door configuration. It's a magnet for gazes, a car that sparks conversation and awakens emotions. Inside, the cabin welcomes you with a futuristic design for its time, focused on the driver and with details that scream sportiness and originality.
Technology and features
In its Tecno trim, the Veloster was at the forefront of its time. The central touchscreen was the heart of a complete infotainment system, and the DCT dual-clutch automatic transmission represented a significant technological leap, offering fast and efficient shifts. Although its systems may seem simple today, at the time it offered generous equipment that made every journey more comfortable and connected.
Competition
The Veloster faced rivals with strong personalities like the Volkswagen Scirocco or the Renault Mégane Coupé. While its competitors opted for the tradition of three-door coupés, the Hyundai played a completely different card: that of originality and asymmetrical practicality. Its fight was not to be the most powerful, but to be the most unforgettable and different in the segment.
Conclusion
The Hyundai Veloster is a purely emotional purchase. It's a car for those who value design, audacity, and the pleasure of driving something that breaks the mold. It's not perfect, its performance is more modest than its appearance suggests, but its charm is undeniable. It's a future classic, a testament to Hyundai daring to dream and create a car with a soul that, even today, still turns heads and brings smiles.