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Hyundai Veloster 2 (JS)

Compact Hatchback

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Hyundai Veloster Mk2 (chassis code JS) is an affordable compact hatchback in production from 2018. It is available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.0 liters.

Compared to the original Veloster, the Mk2 has a more conventional styling. On the plus side, a range of larger, more powerful engines can be found. The car has superior drivetrain and suspension setup compared to other vehicles in its class.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 73%

Pros

Good styling
Good performance
Good handling
Good reliability

Cons

What external reviewers found

External score 70%

Pros

Excellent fuel economy
Comfortable ride
Fun to drive
Gorgeous looks
Punchy turbocharged four-cylinder engine

Cons

Poor infotainment
Poor cabin tech
Lack of practicality
Not as comfortable or practical as a GTI
No heated steering wheel
Alternatives are more fun to drive

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Specifications

Variants shown:

1.6 GDI

1.6 GDI DCT

2.0 MPI

2.0 MPI AT

Veloster N 250

Veloster N 275

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External Reviews

autocar^[1]

Reviewer score 58% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autocar have found:

The Veloster N shares the same 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine as the i30N. In the US the standard 247bhp version is only a couple of hundred dollars more than the less powerful VW Golf GTI. The upgraded Performance version adds a power boost to 271bhp, a limited slip differential, bigger brakes and upgraded tyres, yet still slips under the $30,000 barrier.

Pros

Punchy turbocharged four-cylinder engine
Fun to drive

Cons

Lack of practicality
Alternatives are more fun to drive

cnet^[2]

Reviewer score 75% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from cnet have found:

The Veloster N starts at $27,820, and there's only one option offered: the $2,100 Performance Package. There's plenty of room to stretch out in front, and back-seat space is decent for a car this size. Cargo capacity is also pretty good, with 19.9 cubic feet behind the back seats.

Pros

Gorgeous looks
Excellent fuel economy
Comfortable ride

Cons

Poor cabin tech
Poor infotainment

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References

^ Hyundai Veloster N review . [autocar].
^ 2019 Hyundai Veloster N review: The performance junkie's hot hatch. [cnet].

Hyundai Veloster 2 (JS)

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autocar^[1]

cnet^[2]