2012 Hyundai Veloster - SUPERCARS.RO

2012 Hyundai Veloster

Hyundai's highly-anticipated Veloster has been officially unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Designed to compete with the Mini Cooper and Scion tC, the coupe features motorcycle-inspired styling that is highlighted by black A-pillars, muscular wheel arches, LED-infused headlights, a center-mounted dual exhaust, and 17-inch alloy wheels (18-inchers are optional). While Hyundai calls the Veloster a three-door coupe, the car actually has four-doors as there's two traditional front doors, a hatch, and a unique forward-hinged rear door (on the passenger side) which improves access to the back seat. Under the hood, power comes from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 138 hp (103 kW / 140 PS) and 123 lb-ft (167 Nm) of torque. It is mated to a standard six-speed manual or an optional six-speed DSG. Performance specifications haven't been released, but Hyundai expects the 2,584 lb (1,172 kg) Veloster will be able to return 40 mpg highway.

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