Hyundai Veloster second generation

Hyundai Veloster second generation
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The Hyundai Veloster second generation (2019–2022): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: JS

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,240–4,260 mm TC4,240–4,265 mm
Width1,800 mm TC1,800–1,810 mm
Height1,390 mm TC1,395–1,400 mm
Wheelbase2,650 mm TC2,650 mm
Front track1,550 mm TC–
Rear track1,560 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,240–1,409 kg TC1,225–1,475 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)566 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,549 L EPA–
Performance
Torque–179–242 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/40R18, 215/45R17

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

139 complaints for model years 2019–2022. 3 crashes · 1 fire · 3 injuries · 1 death

  • Driver assistance 51
  • Engine 36
  • Steering 35

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 11 versions of the Hyundai Veloster second generation

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2022SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA226 g/km
2021–2022SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automated manualFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA249 g/km
2019–2021SIDI1.6 LPetrol7-speed automated manualFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA184 g/km
2019–2021SIDI1.6 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA191 g/km
2019–20212.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA186 g/km
2019–20212.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2022Compact2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual8.4–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle198–226 g/km
2021–2022Compact2.0 LPetrol8-speed automated manual10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle248 g/km
2019–2020Compact1.6 LPetrol7-speed automated manual7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle184 g/km
2019–2020Compact1.6 LPetrol6-speed manual8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle196–197 g/km
2019–2020Compact2.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.2 L/100 km 5-cycle193 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.