Used Hyundai Veloster for Sale nearDes Moines, IA

How much does the Hyundai Veloster cost in today's market?

Used Hyundai Veloster prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Hyundai Veloster's current nationwide average price is $8,757, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $8,739 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2017, 2019, and 2020 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Hyundai Veloster a good car?

Yes — the Hyundai Veloster has a strong track record with shoppers who want a car that feels distinctive and fun to live with. The all-generations owner rating is 4.65/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its sporty design, fun driving experience, and practical hatchback usefulness. The unique third door also comes up often as a convenience feature that makes rear-seat access easier.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 model among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that show up in expert feedback are the polarizing three-door layout, the cramped back seat, and ride quality that can feel low and bumpy in some versions.

30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Hyundai Veloster models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Veloster high marks for its sporty character, practical layout, and enjoyable everyday driving. Expert feedback also reinforces the model’s appeal as a fun, usable hatchback with strong personality.

• Owners rate the Hyundai Veloster between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks encouraging, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and service records.

What should I look for when buying a used Hyundai Veloster?

Across all model years, at 57.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward-collision avoidance, lane-keeping assist, and driver-attention warning
• Infotainment: 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: The Veloster 2.0 with the 7-speed automatic returns 27 mpg city, 34 highway, 30 combined. With the manual transmission, this engine returns 25 mpg city, 33 highway, 28 combined (making it the least efficient configuration). With the 7-speed DCT, fuel economy for the Veloster Turbo is 28 mpg city, 34 highway, 30 combined, and the manual drops mileage just 1 or 2 miles per gallon from that in all three phases. In my week of mixed driving, I found combined fuel economy of 30.2 mpg.

Which Hyundai Veloster trim should I buy?

The 2019 Hyundai Veloster offers these trims:

• 2.0: the entry trim with a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a reversing camera, and a well-equipped cabin for everyday use
• 2.0 Premium: adds 18-inch alloy wheels, a wide sunroof, heated front seats, automatic temperature control, wireless charging, an Infinity sound system, and a larger 8-inch touchscreen; a strong value if you want more comfort and tech
• Turbo R-Spec: the most affordable way to get the turbocharged engine, with unique R-Spec seats, alloy racing pedals, a B&M Racing sport shifter, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer performance tires
• Turbo: adds turn signals integrated into the side mirrors, an upgraded perforated-leather-wrapped steering wheel, and power lumbar support for the driver’s seat
• Turbo Ultimate: the range-topper with rain-sensing wipers, a 2-tone black roof, full-leather seating, navigation, HD Radio, a head-up display, and adaptive cruise control with the automatic dual-clutch transmission
• Veloster N: the performance-focused model with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, unique aerodynamic bodywork, a stiffer suspension, and launch control

What Hyundai Veloster do most buyers choose?

The Hyundai Veloster years with the most listings are 2016, 2015, and 2017.

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more listings to compare, which can make it easier to find the right combination of price, condition, and equipment. They also often sit in the sweet spot for shoppers who want a lower purchase price without moving all the way to the oldest examples.

What is the Hyundai Veloster's resale value?

Most of the model years in this set are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you are shopping used. The biggest drops are in the double-digit range, while the smaller declines still point to softer pricing across the lineup.

The 2015, 2019, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Hyundai Veloster safe?

• 2019: 9/10

The 2019 Veloster includes forward-collision avoidance, lane-keeping assist, and driver-attention warning as standard equipment.

For the safest used buy, the 2019 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Hyundai Veloster now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2020 model is at −10.22% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −6.76%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 35.5% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 36.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $8,270. The Hyundai Veloster offers a distinctive three-door layout that gives it a memorable look and easy curbside rear-seat access.

If you're buying used today, the 2016 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.