Used Hyundai Veloster for Sale nearLake Havasu City, AZ

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 $8,716 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 is a good used-car choice if you want something distinctive, practical, and fun to drive. The all-generations owner rating is 4.65/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its sporty design, enjoyable driving character, and strong fuel economy. The unique third door also comes up often as a convenience feature that makes rear-seat access easier on the curb side.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are the cramped rear seat, the polarizing three-door layout, and ride quality that can feel low and bumpy in some versions.

31.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Hyundai Veloster models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently highlight the Veloster’s sporty personality, practical hatchback usefulness, and strong fuel economy. The model’s distinctive design and enjoyable driving character also come through as recurring strengths across the lineup.

• 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, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify history carefully and choose a well-kept example.

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

Across all model years, at 55.9% 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.

Which Hyundai Veloster trim should I buy?

The 2019 Hyundai Veloster offers these trims:

• 2.0: the base trim comes well equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, heated power-folding side mirrors, a rear spoiler, a lower rear diffuser, a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, dual USB ports, and a reversing camera; it suits you if you want the most affordable entry point with a strong feature set.
• 2.0 Premium: adds 18-inch alloy wheels, a wide sunroof, leather seat inserts, heated front seats, automatic temperature control, a wireless charging pad, voice recognition, push-button start, an Infinity sound system, and a larger 8-inch touchscreen; this is the best-value trim 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; it suits you if you want a more enthusiast-focused setup.
• Turbo: builds on the 2.0 Premium content and 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; it suits you if you want the most complete feature set.
• Veloster N: the performance model with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine making at least 250 hp, or 275 hp in the higher-output version, plus 260 lb-ft of torque, 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 inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, mileage, and condition combination. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and lower used-car pricing.

What is the Hyundai Veloster's resale value?

Most Veloster model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer and older ends of the lineup, while one model year is essentially flat.

The 2015 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2017, 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 −11.09% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −8.26%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 31.5% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 33.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $8,082. The Hyundai Veloster offers a distinctive three-door layout, hatchback practicality, and a fun driving character that make it easy to live with and easy to enjoy.

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 October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.