2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Review : MPGomatic

MPGomatic.com puts a six-speed manual 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo to a grueling 500+ mile test drive. We switched things up a bit with this review, and have included a demo of the Blue Max and Eco-Coach features along with our usual 0-60 MPH and fuel economy testing. It's in HD, as well. :) Big screen and Big MPGs, woo hoo!
The Hyundai Veloster Turbo is equipped with a turbocharged 16-valve Dual-CVVT 1.6-liter inline four-cylinder engine producing 201 horsepower and 195 pound feet of torque. The intercooled and gasoline direct-injected (GDI) four banger cranks out more than sixty HP and seventy pound feet of torque over the naturally-aspirated 2012 Veloster we tested earlier this year.
A six-speed manual transmission is standard in the Veloster Turbo, while a six-speed automatic is optional.
2013 Veloster Turbo M/T
MSRP: $23,950
Options:
Ultimtate Package - $2,500
Carpeted Floor Mats - $95
Michelin Pilot Super Sport 215/40ZR18 Summer Tires - $1,200
Inland Freight and Handling - $775
MSRP including options: $26,520
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[@Nanahere777]

this is the first time I fall in love with hyundai's design

[@forcewindu]

I did not realize you had already reviewed the Volester. I saw another review that gave me the info I was seeking. You did just fine. Thanks, and keep up the good work.

[@NotAFanOfLogins]

just drove a manual in Florida a couple days ago - amazing... Your explanations are really good, thanks!

[@soylentgreeneater]

This is the best review of this car on youtube. A few car mags reviewed the car and came up with highly suspect 0-60 numbers faster than this car is capable. Nice to see the real deal about this car.

[@mpgomatic]

Great stuff! Turning that little readout on can make a big difference. It's amazing that conventional media (and most bloggers) always overlook this crucial tip in their "how to get better gas mileage" articles ...

[@nickL7389]

Great review, can't wait to pick up my black Veloster tomorrow!

[@Surf272]

this is exactly how i want my veloster when i get one! ultra black turbo, blue accent interior, and the ultimate package

[@harshpandit24]

Thanks so much Dan ! I really appreciate that you toke the time to reply. I love your show and I am subscribed and watch daily I support keep up the good work

[@conceptcs]

long been waiting for this!!!!!!thanks dan!

[@mpgomatic]

Many thanks for the support!

[@mpgomatic]

Many thanks for the input, Rick! I'm trying different stuff. KZbin is asking for longer videos and folks want to save a few bucks at the pump. Just wanted to show folks how Eco-Coach and BlueMax can be used to make it happen. This is MPGomatic, after all ... ;)

[@mpgomatic]

Many thanks for the kind words and advice! I'll be doing more videos like this in the coming year. Need to pick up one more camera and a serious rig to secure it ... =)

[@mpgomatic]

Glad to oblige. :) I try to get 'em in as soon as they're available ...

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks! I'm working out how to mic the in-car stuff. I don't have a standalone audio recorder, but I do have a XLR box that I can run into one of my smaller cameras. I'll be running a few tests this week ...

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks! I'm booked through November, but I'm hoping to get a 2013 Ram on the schedule as early as possible ... hopefully in December. Not sure if I'll be able to get the R/T, though ... it all depends on what's in the media fleet. Stay tuned!

[@jeremycardenales588]

Nice video ! i've had my 2016 veloster for almost a year now and i love almost everything about it ! defiantly i recommend the turbo charged one because i test drove the regular model and it was horrible . I did some mods to my veloster too and it made me fall in love with the car all over again!

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks! What type of mods have you done to your Veloster? Is it tuned?

[@mpgomatic]

Many thanks for the kind words, Mikldude. Princeton/Central New Jersey is our usual stomping grounds. The Jersey Shore footage is from Long Beach Island.

[@SugarBombStudios]

When you go above 4K RPM, this turbo gets lit up! You can take on a 6cyl as long as you hit the red line. Anything below 4k,you might as well be towing a pontoon. If you want to take pass at 60mph, downshift to 3rd, and you will pass with ease.

[@electrictroy2010]

+Nate Levine THE torque curve shows the turbo spinning as low as 1800 rpm .

[@RJsYourBOSS]

Nice review! I'm actually hoping to get this car! I love it!

[@glui2001]

great video. My only recommendation is to get a separate camera closeup on the LCD display during the moments you're referring to it.

[@jfresh2054]

I avg 38/39 in the city with my nav manual because I learned to master when to shift and to constantly coast in neutral wherever possible

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks! This stuff should be available in all cars, no matter the year. One of my dreams is to create iOS and Android apps that make it easy for folks to learn how to squeak out more MPGs.

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks! I'm trying some different stuff to see what sticks. This one brought the iMac to a crawl, editing and exporting in HD. I'm still editing in Final Cut Express ... that's the likely culprit ... hope to dump it for Adobe Premiere in the near future. Fingers crossed for an upgrade soon.

[@riceoobxg]

finally a review on the veloster in the color i like!

[@thecarexpert21]

Great video as always!

[@mpgomatic]

Great stuff. I'm wondering if the Veloster's highway MPGs will raise a bit if it's lowered a bit. Eibach has a set of springs with a 1.2-inch drop. There are low-rolling-resistance tires in the base model's 215/45R17 size, but not the Turbo's 215/40-18.

[@gene978]

DAN! I've been waiting for this one! VERY, VERY COOL INDEED! I hate to keep saying it it you have to give credit when due. This is one heck of a fun little car with great versatility and great MPG. It's just to bad it didn't come from US. TOP TECHNOLOGY DIRECT INJECTED, TURBO CHARGED, JUST NEEDS (STOP/START) tech.

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks for the feedback! What did you want to know specifically about the Veloster Turbo? What cars are you shopping it against?

[@RJsYourBOSS]

Great work! I love your videos

[@neverendingmods]

Thanks for explaining the features of the hyundai veloster MPG system. Does the Veloster Turbo without NAV still have those features?

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks! We saw a 2 MPG drop when running the A/C in highway testing on a mild day (mid 70s).

[@AutobahnAddiction]

Great video! Hyundai is awesome!

[@guyportmonteau5021]

Haha, the thumbs down numbers probably happened because many expected this to not be about fuel economy at all. One thing for sure, this review is excellent simply for the fact - of what you know you can achieve if you wanted to. Not everyone is going to cane this car every day. Even enthusiasts will have moments of enjoying the entirety of the Veloster, not just the handling only, turbo or athleticism. It probably does great on long trips and should be pretty comfortable as a daily driver. It's a cool car, it will be interesting to see if it makes it to a second generation. Regardless, I still want one, maybe even a base with a manual. I don't care about mainstream thinking. This car has the best warranty, it's reliable, sporty vs sports car - don't really care. Even a certain amount of performance is alright, then after that the higher fuel economy is good - just look at how crazy driver's are these days - if you purchase a sports car, many times people will block you on an on-ramp and you safely have to stay behind them. The practicality aspect has to be acknowledged and any version of the Veloster throws all the competitors under the bus for the features, overall quality and value. It would be great if Hyundai produces a GTI or Mazda 3 contender, but it doesn't matter at a difference of $10,000.00, because that's what after-market tuning is for.

[@davidtaylor5007]

'Scores' like a video game don't really equate directly but will help train drivers to be more aware and maybe lighter-footed. The instantaneous mpg readouts, cruise control, and trip meters of the newer cars are great. Got my first new car in a long time in Nov. 2013 and just travelling down the highway and clicking the cruise up/down a bit to see how that affects mpg is great! I encourage all to keep a little spiral-edge notepad in their glovebox and record gas-to-fill, total mileage, trip mileage mileage-per-trip, $/gal and the station you filled at. You also note when you do oil/filter changes/ air filter changes... Its your car's diary and way to record your journeys and a way to know the Shell station at XYZ provides better gas than the Chevron at BCD. Most don't take the time but if you have the data and can save a couple hundred dollars a year its good for you and the environment. Oh, and I did like this peek at the Hyundai Veloster...just got on a rant about the new instrumentation gizmos :-/

[@rappsks]

Do you lose much mpg when running the ac? I know small motors like the 1.6 do but I would think the turbo helps. Nice video

[@mikldude]

i`m a big fan of your clips/work Dan, also Steve Hammes(2 best motoring testers on the tube), while i`m not a hyundai fan, the fuel economy screen looks quiet good, also a nice town/area your driving through , where is this?

[@freekyFX4]

In case you didn't notice, this KZbin channel is called MPGomatic. It's all about fuel economy. There are plenty of more traditional KZbin video reviews of the Veloster Turbo. Why give the poster a hard time about showing what he is here to show you?

[@mpgomatic]

The beach shots are in Holgate. Most of the other shots are around Princeton.

[@mudslider20]

Then why are you guys watching reviews by...wait for it...MPGOMATIC. This guy does a great job, focusing on a nice feature of the car. This car gets nearly 40 hwy, I'm sure most buyers are mpg conscious.

[@mpgomatic]

Yep! That's a great place to start. I'm not big on gimmicks. It's about smooth driving and maximizing inertia.

[@pedrof830]

Dan, does your grueling route include the Pulaski Skyway, the truck side of the NJ pike, or Rt 46? Used to like to drive up north on Route 23 to High Point and the old Playboy club!

[@3mmans17]

good look into something we usually dont really hear about. wish more was told about the car in general though

[@Windgrace]

Where'd all your reviews go? Are you gonna do the Accord? Escape?

[@mpgomatic]

I have tape on the Escape, it's coming. Haven't been in the Accord yet. Trying to get the new series funded. Once that's done, I'll be cranking out the reviews. Sitting on a stack of footage ...

[@freekyFX4]

Thanks for the video!

[@DestDroid]

One thing I'd like to see in your reviews is when you do the 0-60 to put the time it achieved. Otherwise, great reviews!

[@Xp3rTGam3r]

the exhausts look cool

[@rewhigg11]

BRZ/FRS and WRX. not much of a comparison lol but is it a bargin for the price? Things I would like to know would be braking, body roll, as it is a light car does it drive like one? comfort, cabin noise, stereo sound. were a few things I am still wanting to know about the car.

[@nicholasianbates]

Hi all. Does anyone know if the UK version has the same audio/amp 450 watt package? Cheers.

[@mpgomatic]

I've been trying to stay off the turnpike whenever possible. They've raised the tolls sky high and it seems like there's a fatal accident on the 'pike every week. There was just a bad one with a dump truck a few days ago. I'm rarely on Route 46 or the Pulaski, but I do head up to NYC fairly frequently.

[@jybtqm]

i think this review is great shows how good MPG u can get. i think that really important, and yes the car is a turbo but most people dont understand the turbo doesnt mean fast car. most company add the turbo for a little bit of power with a a better fuel efficiency. Turbos in this kind of car is just for fuel efficiency. it probably is at 5-7 PSI. although i think hyundai added the turbo for a more, sportier feel? but i dont know anyways i really like the review.

[@TheJuice3099]

Of course this car has great fuel economy . . . . . . it's a 1.6 liter. AND being a 1.6 liter it doesn't have the performance other cars in the market have. All depends on what you want out of it. If you want a decently stylish car with good MPG then go for it. Personally I think they needed at least 2 liters.

[@harlemkiid149]

At what RPM's does the turbo spool and what's the redline?

[@mb013962]

so you read the eco coach from right to left instead of left to right?

[@TheAdventureAuto]

Lol @ everybody saying they'd rather have a GTI. Go buy a GTI and stop watching videos of the Veloster. The GTI is for people who don't think outside the box and just want a car that blends in with the crowd. That's the opposite of what the Veloster is all about. That's why myself and many others love it. Great review!

[@BORISUNAMI]

It's almost like 2 cars in one. A fuel sipper and/or turbo sports hatch. I like :)

[@andriypuroshev4925]

sword in hand. The seconds stood on each side of the line of fight with

[@manoman0]

My 1984 Fiero already had that upshift indicator/light... =D

[@harshpandit24]

Hey Dan I have a 2012 Hyundai sonata 2.0 turbo what kind of mpg should I be getting? I average around 27

[@Natschke_Family_Adventures]

Just test drove one of these, I think I will be buying one very soon. My only thing with this electronic stuff is that it causes too much time looking away from the road. Great equipment though!

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks for the kind words and feedback! What specifically would you like to see us cover in future reviews? We're always looking to step it up.

[@BrunoFerreiraFF]

The veloster is front wheel drive or rear wheel drive?

[@miki4630201]

CAN YOU GUYS REVIEW THE NEW 2013 ACCORD 4 CYLINDER ENGINE PLEASE?!!!!

[@ActionHero29]

Good review, thank you. But may i recomend talking more about the drivability of the car, handling, road feel, braking etc and comparing it to competitors and stuff like that. Also i think its dangerous to pay too much attention to the screen while driving lol

[@fddriver02]

Did the engine knock at the top of 1st gear?

[@neverendingmods]

Hopefully, Hyundai will make the Velosiraptor R model of the Veloster Turbo like the model prepped and built by Cosworth. But for the money, the Veloster Turbo is a lot of car for the money. The live axle in rear is what holds this car back a lot in terms of handling. But there's an easy 50 HP accessible through aftermarket turbo back exhaust, bigger intercooler, piping, inlet and upping boost 2-3 psi(safe).

[@goulddd11]

I wanna get this car.. is it available yet? Cant find any info on the website

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks for the feedback! I absolutely agree about not paying too much attention to the screen while driving. Once you learn light footed driving techniques, you can drive by the seat of your pants. :) I'll add more of the blah blah blah in future reviews.

[@PedeKid]

Where in Jersey may I ask?

[@JanicesSonHarpo]

looks good in black

[@superetraable]

beautiful design !

[@mpgomatic]

Thanks for the feedback! Car reviews are like cheeseburgers. There's always another one on the grill. We'll use less pickles next week. =)

[@Rawtashk34]

No one said this was competing against the genesis for power. You can look at the engine specs and know that for yourself. What the Veloster does is give you a good mix of performance, style, and power. You can't have you cake and eat it too, but the Veloster comes pretty damn close.

[@mpgomatic]

Excellent stuff! I need to haul my bicycle up out of the basement, air up the tires, and go for a ride ... :)

[@supercooled]

That may be true, but remember the mission statement of this channel. It's about fuel economy so they're staying true to that point. Audio has a lot of noise. Settings issues?

[@yourmanzach2307]

can you hit 60 in 2nd?

[@mpgomatic]

Aye, yep! The most recent segments pop up at the left side of the screen.

[@tomasmolinari1543]

Unless you're going to a race track, I don't see the need for a FASTER, HARDER engine. To be frank, the 201 hp, 195-lb torque with Dual clutch transmission and a twin-scroll turbocharger is all you need to beat the traffic and handle in the corners.

[@Satirical_whit]

The turbo doesn't come with Dual Clutch Trans (fyi).

[@tomasmolinari1543]

Uh... Yes it does. Look at their website, the NON-TURBO doesn't come with DCT, the turbo does, in MANUAL transmission, because automatic dual clutch transmission is silly.

[@Satirical_whit]

Tomas Molinari ...have YOU looked at their website? The base Veloster is the one that offers DCT, the Turbo does not come with the option. 1.6L 6-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission +$1,250 (Standard Veloster) Neither of the Veloster Turbo trim options is DCT. They offer a 6 spd manual and 6 spd auto, but the auto is NOT DCT.

[@jo23bulls]

Hyundai has a DCT?

[@tomasmolinari1543]

It does, on the Veloster, and I think on the Genesis.

[@s.tnguyen4468]

This should be faster for how it looks. But I love it! So sexy with the three doors:) affordable,looks great,great fuel economy,coupe mix with hatch sooooo perfect:)!!!!!!!

[@Leopardgecko20]

its still pretty quick but not as quick as a gti or a golf r?

[@mpgomatic]

Looks like it's rated at 22 city / 34 highway / 26 combined, so 27 MPG average is good ... it all depends on how, what, where, and when you drive. The more in-town, stop-n-go driving, the lower the numbers. On the highway, cruising speed and driving style can make a huge difference.

[@forcewindu]

Not enough info about the car overall, but nice intro to the fuel monitoring system.

[@Rawtashk34]

Except that it's not the same price. The genesis (coupe, I assume you're referring to) starts off at over 3k more in price, doesn't have all the interior amenities that the Veloster has, and gets a combined 24mg, as opposed to the Veloster's 31mpg. So, right there you're spending about $50 a month MORE on gas. Extrapolate that out over a 72 month loan and you're looking at $3400 more of the Genesis. Also, insurance on a genesis is around $33 a month more. So, $88 more per month in hidden costs.

[@rewhigg11]

Ive driven the BRZ and WRX and the Genesis R-Spec 2.0T. I was not impressed with the R-Spec, and never thought the Veloster was a nice car, but the more I look at it the nicer it looks. I know its not the fastest, or best driving, especially comparing with a BRZ. but for the price, and the the interior it seems like a great car for the price. I loved the BRZ seats, hated the WRX seats. So if it can compete with comfort and of brz and WRX I might give it a shot. Thanks for the response.

[@Wepaorale]

Beautiful car

[@Lwbop]

Hey I was wondering, with the rear door that opens up are you able to roll down its windows?

[@jfresh2054]

Lwbop yes

[@neverendingmods]

There is an android phone app called "Torque" that uses a wireless bluetooth OBDII adapter in the car to keep track of mpg, throttle position, and all DTC's etc. Pro version of app is $5 and the OBD adapter is $25 off ebay for a good one, no need for the PDX $150 adapter. Trust me, I been using the blue/yellow Ebay adapter for .6 months. Stay away from the cheap yellow adapter which is like $15, The app isn't available for i-phone though. Love the veloster turbo. Getting one in 3-4 months.

[@OriginDestiny]

The black/blue ultimate package turbo is THE best

[@mpgomatic]

No more Ralliarts, sadly. :( That car was a bargain. As it happens, I'm in an '13 Evo MR this week. So much fun to drive on super twisty rally-like roads. The Focus ST sounds like the hot ticket right now ... looking forward to driving that one.

[@mpgomatic]

Hey, it's your cash. Keep giving it to the oil companies. They love it. :) There are LOTS of ways to get great MPGs without driving a Prius.

[@Saytheodd]

dus dis car hav 4wd? is it a hybird? tnx sorry not sorry.

[@mpgomatic]

Just putting the numbers out there. It's not chump change. :) Gas prices differ on a regional basis. Regular may be close to $3 right now in some parts of the country, but Premium might be $4 somewhere else. Compare driving the Veloster Turbo to driving a Mitsubishi EVO. (As a personal example, my S2K gets about 24 MPG when I'm easy on it, and it uses Premium.) Bottom line: we won't see gas fall below $3 for long. It's only going to go up. Forces in the middle east will keep it that way.

[@mpgomatic]

It suppose it all depends on how much money you want to keep and how much you want to leave with the people that control the oil. Over the course of 100,000 or 150,000 miles, it all adds up (without getting into any environmental aspects). The difference between 20 and 35 miles per gallon at 100,000 miles driven with an average cost per gallon of $4 is $8,600. ($20K vs $11.4K) At 150,000 miles driven, it's $12,900. It's perfectly okay to stomp on it when necessary ... :)

[@mpgomatic]

FWD vs RWD vs AWD, eh? You're all over the map! ;) Hyundai delivers a lot of value, across their line. The Veloster has a quirky design, but it's a solid little car for the money. Comfort is subjective - much of it comes down to how *you* fit into the seats. The FRS seats are tight, for example. You've gotta try them all on to see how they fit. To do it properly, braking, body roll, and cabin noise need to be tested with instrumentation. Have you test driven all three?

[@TheMacsaan]

Very cool

[@spillow762]

It's just sad that we live in a world where gas mileage ruins the fun of having properly powerful v8 muscle cars. I guess , muscle cars are becoming a privilege of richer people

[@supercooled]

Hey Dan, did this car really feel like it had 201hp? Having reviewed as many and varied types of vehicle that you have, I thought you would be the most qualified person to answer this but the prevailing theory is that Korean horse power is not the same as standard power? They seem to over estimate their numbers. Lots of reviews on this car suggests it runs more like a 170hp car.

[@brandonharper2990]

in 1/4 mile race the m/t smokes the a/t by alot!. the a/t is "derated" and yet its always in boost so dsnt get as good mpg's.

[@innovazero]

Brandon Harper Huh, isn't this car pretty much the same as the Forte 5 SX, but two door with a sportier suspension? If so the A/T on that model anyhow outguns the Manual 0-60 and 1/4th. (6.6 vs 7) (15.1 vs 15.3)

[@brandonharper2990]

the a/t has longer gears, on the vt. same power but used differently, dsnt have the torque range to the wheels like the stick can

[@Rsolanzo]

It's the same thing. When you multiply two things, order doesn't matter. Torque = Force * Distance = Distance * Force = lb * ft = ft * lb

[@ge69rh]

Best thing to remember, lower rpms = more fuel efficient

[@duanmahni]

I love this car

[@raptor2569]

4 BANGER!