Hyundai Veloster

Overview:

Hyundai Veloster comes with a new and innovative design style by Hyundai makers to unite two compact body styles – a mini coupe and a hatchback. The car stands out due to its 2 1 door configuration, thereby beating out its competitors when it comes to styling. This 3-door hatchback gets special attention by its onlookers and appears astonishing especially to the young crowd as it is featured with new technological advancements fulfilling their day-to-day life on board requirements. In Malaysia, this perfect blend of individuality and practicality is available in two trim levels – Veloster Gamma 1.6 A/T and Veloster Gamma 1.6 A/T Premium. The exterior designing of the car is detailed intrinsically with lowered stance, sloping roof line, dynamic character lines over the body and hexagonal designed front grille. New futuristic cutting-edge lines are added on the front bumper adding sportiness to the car. The front pillar is kept in black-finish so that it appears in tune of the basic coupe designing of the car. The panoramic sunroof with 2-piece functionality offers you joyful scenario that freshens your mind and soul.

The new element added to this car is the 2 1 doors that it provides - one door on the driver's side, two on the passengers. But the sloping roof line reduces the headroom for the rear seat passenger. But, nonetheless, the cockpit offers maximum comfort to driver and front passenger. Driver has audio-control switches mounted on the steering wheel to get the music starting. For audio tracks and other display information, 7 inch screen works in sync with the user interface (Bluetooth, audio system, USB connections, RCA Cable and aux-in ports). It also functions with reverse camera as part of park assist system and give directions for best fit position while parking and reversing.

The other active and safety features making this car the best-fit for you includes 2 airbags, Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), ABS (Anti-locking braking system), BAS (Brake assist system), Traction Control (TC) and Hillstart Assist Control (HAC). Piloted with all the above features, its Gamma 1.6-litre D-CVVT prowess the engine part giving maximum power output of 132 PS at 6300 rpm along with the high torque of 158 Nm at 4850 rpm coupled with automatic transmissions in the two variants.

Mileage and Fuel economy:

The Veloster's Gamma 1.6 D-CVVT engine delivers reduced fuel consumption results, with the paltry CO2 emission count taking care of the environment. This is the smallest engine from Hyundai but it allows you to cover a distance of almost 15 kilometers in a litre (15 kmpl) or 6.8 l/100km on highways with impressive power output.

Power:

Before assigning the engine to Veloster's hood, testing had been done to find the best fit high efficiency engine that can deliver smooth driving results. Hence, the Gamma 1.6-litre D-CVVT engine was found to be the perfect match for this car delivering the maximum power output of 132 PS at 6300 rpm along with the high torque of 158 Nm at 4850 rpm. To reduce the noise, overall weight and vibrations of engine while driving on high speeds, it is made of solid aluminum blocks featuring ladder frame construction.

Acceleration & Pickup:

Paired with 6-speed automatic transmission, Veloster's Gamma 1.6-litre engine has smooth efficiency to give ideal results at low as well as high speeds. With this engine, car can reach the 100 km/hr mark in 9.6 seconds from stationery position and the maximum speed limit it can breach is 220 km/hr.

Exterior:

Hyundai Veloster is a crossover designed to combine the idea of two different body types – a coupe and a hatchback. Its exterior design has got prolific touch of a coupe body and hatchback's functionality. Just by the first look of the car, you will understand the innovation done behind its exterior structure. The low stance, dynamic character lines over the body and the lowered rear profile gives it a futuristic design for many cars to follow. The LED headlamps feature automatic high beam assist so as not to glare the oncoming driver and focus the unerring beam on the road. The newly designed front grille is kept hexagonal in shape presenting the confident style of this Hyundai car. Fog lamps are set on the bumper making the drive easy in inadequate weather conditions. One more feature that defines the distinctive character of this car is the symmetric louvers on the bonnet adding a sporty appeal to it. The front pillar of the car is kept in black-color unlike the body color to blend it with the window line. The side profile is made smooth with the lower rear side getting a distinctive character line and chrome-finish door handles. Hidden door handle of the single rear door in body color blends smoothly with the body and enhances the overall image of the car. Hopping up to the rear side, it is accentuated by the presence of rear combination lamps meeting the sweeping corners of the rear end. The differently designed twin tip centre exhaust below the rear bumper adds-on to the snazzy rear look of the Hyundai Veloster.

Exterior Measurements:

The differently designed crossover, Hyundai Veloster has redefined dimensions combining measurements of a mini coupe and hatchback. Its overall 4220 mm x 1790 mm x 1399 mm. The wheelbase of the vehicle measures 2650 mm with different front and rear wheel treads of 1557 mm and 1570 mm respectively in the 1.6 A/T premium. The 1.6 A/T gets the front and rear treads of 1561 mm and 1574 mm respectively.

Interior:

The redefined exterior structures doesn't mean, this car has got all the attention only to its exterior profile. Its interiors have got similar details and features making it your on the go car inside and out! Every element added to this car stands for a reason. 2 1 doors are provided for the entry to 1st and 2nd row with one door on the driver's side and two on the other side adding the sensible alteration made to the vehicle in effort to create something new. Plenty of fresh air and light is allowed to enter into the car through the panoramic sunroof provided. This sunroof is of 2-piece type i.e. the front part opens electronically and the rear part remains covered in the glass shield. The cockpit is enhanced with metal-colored detailing against the dark fabric of Veloster, of which the driver's seat has got the maximum attention and the controls are decked onto his side for giving the driver a dominance. The instrumental panel is clustered into dual-cylinder design trip computer giving information about the speed, fuel, distance, temperature, driving mode, ECO mode and vehicle condition. The steering wheel is mounted with remote control switches to regulate auto cruise control, audio and hands-free control.

Interior Comfort:

For interior comfort, stylish cabins are equipped with necessary components making your journey flexible and full of luxury. Flexible luggage carrying mini storage compartments are made available with dual cup holders on the centre console and rear seat, pocket on the sunvisor, seat back pocket on the passenger seat and sunglass case in the over head console. 115 V power socket is provided in storage box wherein you can charge your mobile phone, laptop and other gadgets. Windows are powered with the convenient single touch auto function and window lock switch. With auto air conditioner you can set the desired temperature once and then it will automatically customize the conditioning system as per the changes assuring you pleasant ambiance inside.

Interior Measurements:

You can get in this car with the needful luggage you want to carry along with you on drives with a limit of 440 litres with the seats up. The front passengers get ample leg and head room but the rear seats might be a little tight for tall occupants.

Engine and Performance:

Hyundai's futuristic car Veloster is powered with Gamma 1.6-litre D-CVVT which is made up of solid aluminium blocks featuring ladder frame construction to reduce the total weight of the engine. This engine was tested and run at low and high speeds and worked upon to reduce the noise and vibrations that cars generally produce giving powerful PS outputs and acceleration. This 1.6-litre engine churns out maximum power output of 132 PS at 6300 rpm along with the high torque of 158 Nm at 4850 rpm. Coupled with 6-speed automatic transmission it delivers the best in-class fuel economic results.

Stereo and Accessories:

Veloster's futuristic design keeps take care of all the teens and young minds and the need for connectivity for them. The demand for technological devices in a car is need of the hour. Besides, just a good stereo, audio and phone connection, Veloster offers you easy access to the respective features through multi-function steering wheel and 7 inch LCD display screen. Plugging-in external devices becomes easy with the USB, RCA Cable and aux-in ports. The Bluetooth connectivity allows you to make and stream your favorite tunes on hands-free. The standard audio system equipped in Veloster is the Autonet audio system hitting sound output coupled with a central speaker, 6 external amplifiers and a subwoofer.

Wheels:

The wheels are set apart by designing the Veloster wheel arches to lessen the air resistance and add sportiness to the vehicle. The standard size of rim comes 17 inch with the total size 215/45 R17 in the 1.6 Gamma A/T model. This can be customized as per your choice in bi-color 6 finish shades and 18 inch wheel size which comes as standard in the premium model with tyre size of 215/40 R 18.

Braking and Handling:

The construction of the chassis of Veloster is engineered and made to reduce tiredness and exhaustion of driving with improved handling and suspension system. The front wheels are coupled with ventilated disc brakes whereas solid disc brakes are present in the rear wheels. Furthermore, front wheel has McPherson strut suspension and rear suspension are coupled with torsion beam axle. To assist steering handling on high speeds and parking, Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) will help you. Handling of the vehicle and braking is made easy due to the presence of ABS (Anti-locking braking system), BAS (Brake assist system), ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), Traction Control (TC) and Hill start Assist Control (HAC).

Safety and Security:

To ensure safe driving, Veloster is equipped with active and passive safety equipments. The 2 airbags (driver airbag and front seat passenger airbag) prevents the occupants in any event of collision. Active headrests in the front seat moves up and forward protecting your head and neck. The Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system shortens the braking distance and regulates steering wheel functionality according to the road surface condition. Thus, it improves the brake force control and engine torque control working with ESP (Electronic Stability Programme) which accompanied with ABS (Anti-locking braking system), BAS (Brake assist system) and Traction Control (TC) controls the vehicle in case of emergency and brings down the vehicle to low speed, safely under control. Hillstart Assist Control prevents vehicle from rolling backwards on steep slopes and hills. Reverse parking system assist you for easy maneuvering of the vehicle in narrow spaces provided with the reverse camera to facilitate parking.

Pros

Stylish Hatchback with practical innovations
Best in class accessories and safety features
Unique and refreshing looks

Cons

Sliding roofline makes rear visbility poor
Diificult for a tall person to seat in the rear seat
Acceleration count not upto the mark