Used Hyundai Veloster for Sale nearSanta Barbara, CA

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 $8,770, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $8,710 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 earns strong owner approval across its run, and its appeal centers on sporty styling, a fun driving experience, and everyday practicality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.65/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Veloster's distinctive three-door design, useful hatchback cargo space, and enjoyable character behind the wheel. Many also highlight its good fuel economy and the convenience of the unique rear-door layout for curbside access.

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

The main tradeoffs center on the back seat, ride comfort in some versions, and the base engine's modest output. Even so, the Veloster's mix of personality and usefulness makes it a compelling used pick.

30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Hyundai Veloster models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Veloster's fun driving character, practical hatchback layout, and strong fuel economy as core strengths. The model also earns favorable owner feedback across all years in the data, which supports its reputation as a satisfying used buy.

• 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 main long-term ownership risk comes from choosing a version whose condition and maintenance history haven't been carefully checked, especially given the model's wide spread of equipment and performance levels.

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

Across all model years, at 56% 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 brings 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, a rear spoiler, a reversing camera, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 7-inch touchscreen. It suits you if you want the most affordable way into the Veloster's distinctive design.
• 2.0 Premium: This trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels, a wide sunroof, heated front seats, automatic temperature control, a wireless charging pad, voice recognition, push-button start, an Infinity sound system, and an 8-inch touchscreen. It stands out as the best-value trim for shoppers who want a richer feature set without moving up to the turbo models.
• Turbo R-Spec: This version is the most affordable way to get the turbocharged engine, and it adds unique R-Spec seats, alloy racing pedals, a B&M Racing sport shifter, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer performance tires.
• Turbo: This trim builds on the 2.0 Premium's equipment 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 adds 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.

What Hyundai Veloster do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing flexibility, and a wider spread of trims and equipment. That makes it easier to find a version that fits your budget and feature priorities.

What is the Hyundai Veloster's resale value?

Most Veloster model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The steepest declines are the most pronounced on the newer and older ends of the range, while the smaller drops suggest some years are softening more gradually than others.

The 2015, 2016, and 2019 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 −11.07% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −7.81%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 28.6% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 29.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $8,195. The Hyundai Veloster offers a distinctive three-door layout that gives it a memorable look and everyday practicality.

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 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.