2012 Hyundai Veloster ~ Autooonline Magazine

The three-door sports hatchback will be offered in the States in a single trim level, with the six-speed manual model priced at $17,300 and the six-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) version at $18,550. Neither price includes a $760 freight charge, which lifts the cost to $18,060 and $19,310 respectively.

Standard features include a multi-function seven-inch touch-screen display, Gracenote display technology with voice recognition and Pandora internet radio capability, 17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45R17 tires, ESC with TCS and Vehicle Stability Management, ABS with EBD, Six airbags, air conditioning and more (see the list below).

If you're willing to spend another $2k, Hyundai offers a Tech package that adds among other features, 18-inch wheels, a chrome grille surround, a panoramic sunroof, leatherette seat trim and alloy pedals.

Along with pricing, the South Korean automaker announced fuel economy figures for the Veloster that is powered by a 1.6-liter four-pot generating 138-ponies. The manual model is rated at 28mpg city, 40mpg highway and 32mpg combined, while the dual-clutch automatic transmission version, 29mpg city, 38mpg highway and 32mpg combined.

EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE 2012 VELOSTER

Three-door coupe design
Coupe design with the functionality of a hatch and a passenger-side forward-hinged rear door
1.6-liter GDI Gamma engine paired with proprietary Hyundai six-speed manual transmission or Hyundai's first EcoShift DCT
Standard 40 mpg highway with the six-speed manual
Standard multi-function seven-inch touch-screen display
Pandora internet radio capability
Gracenote display technology with voice recognition
Video game console connectivity with 115-volt power outlet
Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition
Standard Blue Link telematics platform
Blue Link Assurance provides a free six month trial period of complimentary core safety services including Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Assistance, SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance and Monthly Vehicle Report
Blue Link Essentials provides a free three month trial period of Voice Text Messaging, Remote Door Unlock / Lock, Remote Horn and Lights, Panic Notification, Remote Vehicle Start (delayed availability), Alarm Notification, Quick Tips, Location Sharing, Automated Diagnostic Trouble Code Notification, Maintenance Alert, Recall Advisor, Web Vehicle Diagnostics, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Vehicle Immobilization, Valet Alert, Geofence, Speed Alert and Curfew Alert
Blue Link Guidance provides a free three month trial period of Turn-by-Turn Navigation, POI Search by advanced voice recognition system, POI Web Search and Download, Daily Route Guidance with Traffic Condition, Traffic, Gas Station Locations and Gas Prices, Eco-Coach, Restaurant Ratings and Weather

Standard and Optional Features

Veloster starting MSRP is $17,300, plus $760 freight, and includes the following standard features:

1.6-liter GDI DOHC D-CVVT four-cylinder engine with engine cover and hood insulator
Six-speed manual transmission
17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45R17 tires
Chrome dual center exhaust outlet
ESC with TCS and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
ABS with EBD and four-wheel disc brakes, TPMS
Six airbags
Air conditioning
Seven-inch high resolution LCD video touchscreen
AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers and iPod/USB/video auxiliary input jacks
Gracenote Technologies (iPod album cover art and Advanced Voice Recognition)
Steering wheel mounted audio and cruise control
Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition
Blue Link - Hyundai Telematics System
Trip computer
Power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry with alarm and bodycolor power heated mirrors
Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
Illuminated vanity mirrors with extensions
Six-way adjustable driver's seat and armrest storage box
Front LED headlight accents
Map lights with sunglass holder
Front passenger seatback pocket
Rear wiper