2012 Hyundai Veloster Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Acceptable
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MPG (up to)
27 City / 35 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
138
Seats
4
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Cortenay Z
This car gets the best gas mileage.
I love that how tight the steering is. It gets amazing gas mileage. Very fun to drive. The three door feature is very convenient. There is plenty of room in the back for groceries. The back seats also fold all the way down for extra room in the back. For a small 1.6 motor it's very fast and has amazing control.
accountCircle Alize S
The sunroof is awesome. It's only 4 cylinders and doesn't take up alot of gas.
My car is very comfortable but when it comes to my passenger seat and my back seat passenger it is pretty small. I love how my car has a sunroof and has three option to which ways I want to open it. My car includes Bluetooth and aux cord. I really do love my car and that it doesn't take to much gas and not that expensive to fill it up to.
accountCircle Alexis G
Summary of vehicle and interesting details.
The Hyundai Veloster is a great car! It has comfy seats with a lot of space for the occupants. It has a hatchback which is a great feature. The trunk has a lot of space. The seats can go down in the back if you need extra room. The car can drive in automatic or in manual.
accountCircle Melinda C
Great first time car buy!
This is a very reliable car, it gets incredibly good gas mileage, it is verge sporty looking and attractive to the eye, and it was very affordable! It has 3 doors, the rear passenger door is very cool, and my kids love it! The back seat has a lot of room, and the stereo quality is fantastic! It also has Bluetooth capabilities and AUX port!
accountCircle Zachary S
Great car, for a great price.
Great reliability. No major issues since I bought new. Only 3 recalls and dealership contacted me. 1 was a computer/ ecu update. 2 was a mileage payback program. 3 was a braking system problem, dealership had parts in stock and car was repaired same day, on time. With no other issue.
accountCircle Samantha L
It only has three doors! The two front doors, and a back passenger door.
I have owned my car for almost a year, I have had zero maintenance issues aside from your typical oil change. It is the most reliable care I have ever owned, the seats are very comfy. I used to drive an hour one way to work so two hours drive time a day and never complained once about being uncomfortable. I do not have all the advance features but the radio is touchscreen, it has Bluetooth capability, XM radio. I like being able to drive hands free when I get a phone call I can answer on the radio. I absolutely love my car and feel very comfortable in recommending it to anyone interested. Plus the three door concept is a great conversation starter! I have two front doors and a back passenger door, plus the hatchback. The trunk space on it is unreal! It is deep and very spacious for being a little car. It is black and tinted windows, very slick. I do not think I would change a thing on it.
accountCircle jimmy n
My Car is a Great Car, the Hyundai
I really love this car as much as I love myself. It gets great gas mileage and filling its tank costs under thirty dollars.
accountCircle Charles M
Excellent performance, and gas mileage and a great. Ride for a smaller car.
One of the greatest cars that I have ever owned. Good looking, comfortable, good gas mileage and never had any mechanical problems.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Michelle Vann
Transmission is horrible
No!!!!!!!!!!!! The transmission went out, it won't stay in gear. Horrible, I bought it used, it has 70,000 miles and they want more to repair it than I paid for it.
accountCircle Veronica P
Incredible aerodynamics. Sound system is perfect.
Vehicle problems are constant, maintenance fees are inflated even on a 2012 vehicle. Once working it is reliable. Excellent sound system. Overall comfort for myself is a great experience, however for passengers it is more of a 4/10 experience. Features include Bluetooth connection and charging systems. Air filters seem to not last long, I have had mine replaced 3 times in the year of ownership.
accountCircle Julia M
Great car all around, just less so for me!
It is a good car, really. I, personally, am just barely 5 ft tall, so the blind spots are really killer for me. The rear windows are smaller, about the size of a 2-door car, maybe smaller. I love the interior; the middle console is touch-screen and fun to play around with. There's a moon roof, and I like how far up the windshield comes. It is a Hyundai, and in my experience, they run for pretty much ever, even longer if well-maintenance. The material of the seats is part fabric and part (probably fake, I don't know) leather. The doors are long, so parking in close proximity to walls or other cars poses a challenge to get in or out easily. Overall, for someone average height, there's nothing bad about the car. It is great!
accountCircle Amber H
Our Veloster is a nice silver color with grey/ black interior and only seats 4.
It is a good car but the seats are uncomfortable and it is really not a family car, it only seats 4. So it is a little small. It has good gas mileage. It is most definitely a good car for a single person or young couple with maybe only one kid. And another thing that we do not like is that it only has 3 doors.
accountCircle Abby H
This is a rather small compact car but has very nice gas mileage.
This is a new car for me. Most problems are because of the previous owner. It has good speed, but tends to roll back slightly before moving forward. The radio is nice, but speakers are broken. You have the option to use a clutch and shift gears but you do not have to. This car only has 3 doors which I thought was odd. The radio has Bluetooth connection.
accountCircle Lauryn C
Not a great family car for practicality.
I do really love my car, I love how it comes in colors that are unique to the specific brand. The car is great for a one passenger car, but not made for families. As it cannot fit an infant car seat rear facing without the front passenger seat pushed all the way forward, leaving no room for a person to sit comfortably in the seat. The car is very comfortable and is all touch screen which I love, but I have to be able to carry my family around and I cannot do that without struggling.
accountCircle Laney S
This is a nice car but it is on the smaller side.
I like my car but the only thing that will stop me from buying another would be how small it is. If it is for just you or yourself and someone else it's okay. But for those who ride in the back I would not suggest this car. It also only had 3 doors. 2 passenger and one drivers side.
accountCircle Sophia K
My car has very good gas mileage.
My cat often does not work properly when it comes to the radio and transmission. It often acts like a manual and has roll back. I have had the car for 4 years though and it is held out fairly well. I would say that I like my car despite the Bluetooth never wanting to work but at the same time, it is an older car and is prone to issues.

Hyundai Veloster Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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w/Black Int
138 HP 31-31 MPG 4 Seats
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w/Gray Int
138 HP 31-31 MPG 4 Seats
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w/Red Int
138 HP 31-31 MPG 4 Seats
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2012 Hyundai Veloster Owner Reviews

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5 stars 44%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 1%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Lydia M on June 24, 2021
Great car with minor problems due to age.
I bought my car when I was driving to work every day at least 50 miles one way. The gas mileage is incredible with me getting an average of 32 mpg in the city. It is a small car so keep that in mind as I began babysitting and could not fit 2 car seats in the back while people sat comfortably in the front. I currently have 2 problems with it. One is the paint by the back door has begun chipping at an alarming rate. The other is that the buttons on the steering wheel have begun to not do what they are supposed to.
accountCircle Rosemary S on June 19, 2021
Amazing sleek three door hatchback coupe.
No problems with my vehicle. It is amazing on gas. It has a cool sleek design. It is a three door hatchback very well put thought out car. It can go super fast in a short amount of time is it very low to the ground so be cautious of bumps in the road.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Daniel C.

The gas mileage on this vehicle is very good. The drivability is excellent as well it is a very fun car to drive. Also it has an extremely sleek design that I enjoy very much. Overall the car is excellent and does not have very many flaws.

likeFilled Annalee R.

The pros of my vehicle it is small fast and it can fit anywhere. Also if you were to get in a race with this car u would win the short run but not the long one also it is a turbo. It looks like a small cute car it kind of looks like a girl car because it is small and cute.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Daniel C.

There are not many cons that I can think of. Maybe the safety is not quite up the standard that I would like. Also obviously the gas mileage could be better but as this was my first vehicle I couldn't be very picky. I hope to one day have an all electric vehicle.

dislikeFilled Annalee R.

The cons of the vehicle it is too small to put things in the car. Only 4 people can fit in the car. It is very low so the other car lights are in your face. And another thing the car looks like a girl car.

Ranks #21 Small Cars by Owners

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster has an average owner rating of 4.22 out of 5 which ranks it #21 of 36 other Small Cars.

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4.23

Ranks #7 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster has a combined MPG of 38 which ranks it #7 of 36 other Small Cars.

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35 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the replacement cost for a 2012 Hyundai Veloster engine ?

Answer: The cost of replacing the 2012 Hyundai Veloster engine will range from $1,500 to $3,900 based on the output. You can have a discarded or used engine that's pretty inexpensive and costs only $1000, and if You...

How do i perform the 2012 Hyundai Veloster oil life reset?

Answer: To perform the 2012 Hyundai Veloster oil life reset, watch: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=cW8FwD661dI Having high quality oil is important for the engine to run smoothly. You will run into issues with the oil...

What's the 2012 hyundai veloster wheel bolt pattern?

Answer: Each trim level of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster uses completely interchangeable tires and wheels -- You'll always have P215/45R17 tires on rims measuring 17 inches in diameter by 7 inches in width (more...
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Safety & Reliability

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety