Veloster N JS
The car that proved Hyundai could.
34 reviewers · 85 videos · 19 hours watched · 2 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on daily drivability.
across 34 reviewers
"it's efficient it's comfortable it feels really solid"
TheTopher · ▶ 5:24"the second thing you'll notice is how the world has suddenly turned to hard plastic. Sneak into one of the back seats and you'll soon realize you prefer the front seat"
Kelley Blue Book · ▶ 4:18Performance
4.5/533 of 34 reviewersstrong consensus“yes there's no question this veloster in is faster than the other two you can feel it when you put your foot all the way in it it is by far the angriest and the most aggressive”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 16:55“275 horsepower so check we got more horsepower 278 pound-feet of torque another check we got more torque”
positive · Raitis Rides · ▶ 13:40“this powertrain is just so exciting”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 18:25Handling
4.5/533 of 34 reviewersstrong consensus“this is planted in a way the other two aren't and that's that track tuning you get”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 23:53“the grip there's you're not under steering which is amazing especially in tighter turns which is great”
positive · Raitis Rides · ▶ 21:40“the electronics limited slip in this gives you so much grip so much confidence coming out of corners”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 17:04Fun to drive
5.0/534 of 34 reviewersstrong consensus“you're just surprised at how genuinely fun and dynamic it is you don't care where the drive wheels are”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 18:21“it's one of the best front wheel drive cars you can get”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 4:52“if you're simply looking for the most fun that you can have in an affordable hot hatch in the united states the veloster n is quite simply the hatch to buy”
positive · A Auto Buyers Guide · ▶ 21:32Daily drivability
3.5/534 of 34 reviewerssplit“the second thing you'll notice is how the world has suddenly turned to hard plastic. Sneak into one of the back seats and you'll soon realize you prefer the front seat”
critical · Kelley Blue Book · ▶ 4:18“it's efficient it's comfortable it feels really solid”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 5:24“the ride quality is horrific specifically an end mode you do not want to spend any time back there”
critical · Savagegeese · ▶ 13:45Value
4.5/534 of 34 reviewersstrong consensus“so is the price by a fair bit we're talking about a 10 000 difference in price”
positive · Driving.ca · ▶ 2:28“this lost around is a fantastic value”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 13:00“I don't really think there many vehicles out there that can compete with the Veloster n”
positive · A Auto Buyers Guide · ▶ 35:48Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Car and Driver
Comparison Test: 2022 Hyundai Veloster N vs. Subaru BRZ vs. Toyota GR86 vs. VW GTI
◆Worth itThe Toyobaru twins offer the most engaging driving experience for the money, while the GTI remains the best daily driver and the Veloster N is the most aggressive, albeit unrefined, choice.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking pure driving dynamics (BRZ/GR86) or practical daily performance (GTI).
- Watch out
- GTI infotainment · Veloster N axle hop · Toyobaru interior quality
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2019 Hyundai Veloster N Challenges the Almighty Honda Civic Type R
◆Worth itThe Civic Type R remains the benchmark for front-wheel-drive performance, though the Veloster N is a compelling, value-packed alternative.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking track-capable performance in a daily-drivable package.
- Watch out
- Civic Type R polarizing styling · Veloster N brake-pad knockback · Civic Type R inconsistent build quality · Veloster N steering unweighting at limit
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