2012 Hyundai Veloster Base Hatchback 3-Door 1.6L

Detailed item info Model OverviewThe 2012 Hyundai Veloster rides on a platform loosely based on the Elantra sedan. but all similarities end there. The new car is not only a visual departure from the rest of the Hyundai lineup. it is a segment-defining look sure to draw lots of attention. One of its most obvious attributes is its unusual door design. with a single large door on the driver's side and two smaller doors for passengers on the opposite. Beyond that. the Veloster is a sporty hatchback powered by a 1. 6L direct injected engine. The 16-valve unit features continuously variable valves. which help it to produce 138 horsepower and return an EPA-estimated 27 mpg city / 37 mpg highway. A standard 6-speed manual transmission puts power to the front wheels. A dual-clutch 6-speed EcoShift automatic with paddle shifters and hill assist is optional. For now. just one trim exists. and it comes with heated power side mirrors. 17-inch alloy wheels. a dual-centered chrome-tipped exhaust and a rear spoiler with LED brake light incorporated into it. Inside. standard equipment includes air conditioning. power accessories. tilt/telescopic steering wheel. a 6-speaker CD/MP3 stereo. a 7-inch high-resolution LCD touchscreen. Bluetooth hands-free connectivity. and Hyundai's Blue Link. a telematics system that allows for location sharing and hands-free texting. as well as remotely locking or starting the car. and flicking the lights to help you find it in a parking lot. As a safety feature. the system also includes SOS Emergence Assistance. which detects when you have been involved in a collision. then locates your position and requests help. Popular options include automatic headlights. 18-inch wheels. a panoramic sliding sunroof. navigation. a big stereo and leather seating. Like all Hyundais. the Veloster emphasizes safety. with stability control. traction control. stability management. anti-lock brakes. a tire pressure monitor and a full host of airbags.