2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo
When: Late summer 2012
How Much: TBD
Our Guess: $23,000
Right now, the Veloster lacks the performance cred to back up its killer
looks. But that will change once this 201-hp version hits the streets.
The 45 percent boost in horsepower has most folks taking a second look
at the Veloster, and hoping this Turbo is a signal that Hyundai is
getting as serious about performance as it has been about quality and
design over the last few years.
So far, though, signs remain cloudy—the stonking 1.6-liter motor with
dual exhaust notwithstanding. Word is the Veloster Turbo gets the same
suspension, which is disappointing. The stock Veloster is fun but
stiff-kneed and less refined when compared to better-bred sporty cars
like VW's GTI—or the Subaru BRZ, which is only somewhat costlier than
what we're expecting to see from the Veloster Turbo. Also, ask Mini
engineers about controlling torque steer in a 200-hp car with a short
wheelbase. That, too, has probably made Hyundai sweat.
Even if the Veloster Turbo isn't perfection out of the gate, we hope
it's a sign of better-performing Hyundais (and Kias) to come.
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