Air bags deployment
I was driving in the rain when my car started hydroplane at 70 mph when a did 3 360 spins before the ass end of the car hit the guardrail and my airbags never deployed
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2017 Hyundai Veloster Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Introduced in 2011, the Hyundai Veloster is not unlike the Nissan Juke—it’s a quirky, distinctive automobile that defies categorization and has no direct competitors. Part hatchback and part coupe, its most notable feature is perhaps its asymmetrical door design, with one large door on the driver’s side and two smaller ones on the passenger side. Even several years after its debut, the Veloster looks like nothing else on the road, and the only changes for 2017 are the addition of HD Radio and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Both standard and performance-oriented turbocharged variants are available, with pricing starting at just under 20 grand.
Powering the Veloster is the engine also used in the Accent and the Elantra—a rather conventional 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine that makes 138 hp and 123 lb-ft of torque. That isn’t much for a 2,600-pound car, and acceleration is poor until rather high up in the rev range. Serious drivers will probably want to spring for the 1.6-liter turbo 4-cylinder with an output of 201 hp and 195 lb-ft. The Veloster comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, but a 6-speed EcoShift dual-clutch paddle-shifted transmission is available with the I4, and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission is an option with the turbo. The Veloster gets fuel-economy numbers of 27 mpg city, 34 highway, and 30 combined with the I4 and manual transmission; 28, 35, and 31 with the I4 and dual-clutch transmission; 25, 33, and 28 with the turbo and manual transmission; and 26, 32, and 29 with the turbo and dual-clutch transmission.
Underneath, the Veloster is based on the last-generation Elantra, and its suspension settings are mostly that of an economy car, although the Veloster reportedly corners flat and turns in sharply. The steering is electronically power assisted, and critics have commented on the system’s lack of feedback. True driving fans will appreciate the turbocharged version’s tighter suspension.
The Veloster’s interior is spacious up front, with numerous nooks and bins for storing small items. The back seat, however, is a different story. The rear door on the passenger side suggests plenty of interior room, but that isn’t the case. Rear entry and exit is also difficult. Perhaps if the back door had been rear hinged like the one on the old Mazda RX-8, getting in and out would be easier. The rear hatch is also rather short, and the storage area is fairly deep, which requires most items to be lifted out of the back, as with a sedan. This almost defeats the purpose of a hatchback, although the Veloster does have the ample storage space of a hatch.
For 2017, Hyundai has added Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and HD Radio to the Veloster’s standard touchscreen infotainment system. The interior comes outfitted with Bluetooth streaming, a USB port, a reversing camera, cruise control, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. Options include a 115-volt power outlet, a panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control, and a navigation system. The Hyundai Blue Link Connected Care service is also available, which is similar to GM’s OnStar system with its enhanced safety features, emergency crash notification, roadside assistance, and maintenance alerts.
The Veloster hasn’t performed well in crash testing—the 2016 model earned a Marginal score on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) small front-overlap test and an Acceptable score for side-impact protection, although it received Good marks in all other areas. However, the 2017 model got a 5-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA). The Veloster makes up for these inconsistencies with ample safety features including a rear-view camera, a driver’s side blind-spot mirror, and optional parking sensors. These are certainly welcome, since the car’s rear visibility is hampered by large pillars and an almost comically small rear window. The Veloster isn’t a home run on any front, but it’s a solid all-rounder for the price and a tempting choice for people who want something a bit different from the typical $20,000 options.
User reviews for 2017 Hyundai Veloster
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by Michele C
May 23, 2024
Very nice car but a little on the high priceMay 23, 2024
by Donna S
Apr 12, 2022
I would like a manual velocitor at a reasonable price and Id like to trade mine in do it stick shift 6-speedApr 12, 2022
by Roland V
Jun 01, 2021
For the price it’s a great little car. In hindsight, I would’ve picked a upgraded package but overall I’m very pleased. Jun 01, 2021
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by Michele C
May 23, 2024
Very nice car but a little on the high priceMay 23, 2024
by Donna S
Apr 12, 2022
I would like a manual velocitor at a reasonable price and Id like to trade mine in do it stick shift 6-speedApr 12, 2022
by Roland V
Jun 01, 2021
For the price it’s a great little car. In hindsight, I would’ve picked a upgraded package but overall I’m very pleased. Jun 01, 2021
by Anonymous
Apr 22, 2021
Car is a good deal, complete with everything, no
Problem when driving.. all is getting smoothApr 22, 2021
What users have asked
Passenger and rear windows
I engaged my window lock for the first time the other day. Since disengaging the lock the passenger and rear window no longer work. I have tries replacing the fuses for the windows and the window lock nothing has worked it is a 2017 Hyundai veloster.
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Advertising Question
The car listed on your web site says it has accident & frame damage but on Autotrader, Cars.com, and this car’s Carfax Report shows no accident. Are you in error or is there some other source that reports accidents?
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HYUNDAI VELOSTER
There is a 2017 veloster on your web site I would like to look at but there is not a contact number just an email. My daughter has emailed them twice I just tried today how can we get a hold of them there is no way to find out where they are located
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2017 Hyundai velester
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2017 Hyundai Veloster Pricing
Original MSRP
$18,100 to $22,600Price range
$9,187 to $9,711Average price on CG
$9,187YoY price change
$9,711 to $9,187Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 196 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brake width: 0.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: second row · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.27
Engine
Alternator: 90 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 23 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Rear shock type: monotube
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Dimension premium brand · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brake width: 0.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.94
Engine
Alternator: 90 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: anti-trapping feature
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 23 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Rear shock type: monotube
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: maintenance scheduling
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Dimension premium brand · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: alloy · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: second row · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.47
Engine
Alternator: 90 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low battery
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth · Upholstery accents: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Rear shock type: monotube
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Pandora internet radio · Dimension premium brand · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Foot pedal trim: alloy · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.47
Engine
Alternator: 90 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Side door type: passenger-side hinged swing-out · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low battery
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 23 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 19 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Rear shock type: monotube
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer