William Maley

Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com

June 6, 2012

Hyundai has finally revealed pricing on the 2013 Veloster Turbo. When it hits dealers later this month, it will carry a base price of $21,950 (*Excluding $775 destination charge).

You might be wondering where the $1,600 increase over the regular Veloster is. It's in there, but you have to factor in all of the added standard equipment which includes a 1.6L turbocharged inline-four, producing 201 HP and 194 pound-feet of torque, a six-speed manual, ground effects kit, LED taillamps, unique front fascia, and heated leather seats with power lumbar support.

Can't drive a stick? A six-speed automatic with paddles will cost $1,000. The cool matte grey paint that is only available on the Veloster Turbo; that is also $1,000.

For an extra $2,500, you can get the Ultimate Package, which includes a panoramic sunroof, backup warning sensors, automatic headlights, a navigation system with rearview camera, and a 115-volt power outlet.

Press Release is on Page 2

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA ANNOUNCES 2013 VELOSTER PRICING

New Affordable Turbo Model with Aggressive Design adds more appeal to Innovative Sport Coupe

COSTA MESA, Calif., June 6, 2012 – Hyundai Motor America has announced pricing for the 2013MY Hyundai Veloster and Veloster Turbo, with a new 1.6-liter, 201 horsepower, direct-injected twin-scroll turbocharged engine, aggressive bodykit and other unique features. Veloster Turbo's starting price of $21,950 includes the high-output turbo powertrain, unique body kit, front heated leather sport seats, tuned exhaust, sport-tuned steering, unique 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlight accents and taillights, and a variety of turbo model interior design elements.

The 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in the Veloster Turbo produces an impressive 201 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque at 1,750 rpm with regular fuel. Veloster Turbo also delivers a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio and its engine offers best-in-class specific output. Hyundai's 1.6-liter Gamma turbocharged engine features a twin-scroll turbocharger that, when combined with direct injection, results in near-instantaneous power delivery and minimal turbo lag. Twin-scroll turbochargers have traditionally been used on more expensive high performance engines, but Hyundai has brought this technology into much more affordable models like Veloster. Veloster Turbo is estimated to deliver 26 mpg city and a best-in-class 38 mpg highway for manual transmission models.

From a bigger, bolder hexagonal front grille, sculpted side skirts and new rear bumper with prominent diffuser vents in the lower fascia, Veloster Turbo design differentiates itself with aggressive design cues relative to the base model. Enthusiasts will also notice the Veloster Turbo will be available in a Hyundai-first Matte Gray paint. In addition, a set of 18-inch alloy wheels with chrome inserts completes the Veloster Turbo's appearance. From the front, Veloster Turbo also reveals headlight LED accents. Hyundai designers have replaced the Veloster's trapezoidal center exhaust with two large round exhaust tips. This free-flowing exhaust design gives the engine a more robust sound, which will delight enthusiasts.

Inside, leather seats with Turbo-embroidered stitching in the seatbacks deliver a sporty appearance and provide both exceptional support and comfort. A turbo-exclusive electroluminescent gauge cluster offers the driver information in a larger, clearer and more interactive format, with two TFT screens located between the tachometer and the speedometer. Even more, heated front sport seats are also standard on the Turbo version. Veloster Turbo also incorporates race-inspired push-button start and alloy pedals as standard equipment.

2013 TURBO MODEL EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS

New 1.6-liter turbocharged, direct-injected engine

In-house developed six-speed automatic or manual transmissions

Horsepower: 201 at 6,000 RPM

Best-in-class highway fuel economy estimated at 38 mpg (M/T)

Best-in-class specific output at 125.6 horsepower per liter

Best-in-class weight to power ratio of 14 lbs/hp

Sport-tuned intake and exhaust note

Sport-tuned steering

Unique front fascia, fog lights and ground effects

Hyundai-first Matte Gray paint and Elite White Pearl for Turbo models

Unique 18-inch alloy wheels with chrome inserts

Projection headlights with unique LED headlight accents

Side mirrors with turn signal indicators

Unique LED taillights

Electroluminescent gauge cluster

Leather seating surfaces with driver's lumbar support

Heated front sport seats

Turbo-exclusive standard Graphite Black interior w/Blue Accents

Turbo headliner graphics

Veloster (1.6L GDI Engine)

6-Speed Manual Transmission

$17,450

Veloster (1.6L GDI Engine)

6-Speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission

$18,700

Veloster Turbo (1.6L Turbocharged Engine)

6-Speed Manual Transmission

$21,950

Veloster Turbo (1.6L Turbocharged Engine)

6-Speed Automatic Trans. w/ SHIFTRONIC®

$22,950

Freight Charges for the 2013MY Veloster are $775.