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2012 Hyundai Veloster

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PATRICIA D.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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01/18/2018
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I LOVE my Veloster!

I started looking at Velosters when they first rolled out. I couldn’t find data on mileage at that time, so I bought a Beetle (mileage below 30 mpg) and was happy for the next few years. When my bug started showing signs of age and the mileage started dropping, I went car shopping again. I was drawn to Hyundais because of their safety ratings and their cost. At my local Hyundai dealer, I test-drove an Elantra GT and was ready to buy one, but I wanted a manual transmission, and they didn’t have one in the color I wanted. I had a flashback and asked the salesman if they had any Velosters in anything but the orange I saw out front. To my surprise and joy, they had a used one in the color I had chosen, with a manual transmission, AND with an upgrade package I wouldn’t have chosen to pay for had I bought it new. BONUS!!! I have LOVED my little car, got 40 mpg on my first trip to Dallas, and consistently get over 35 mpg with every tank. What’s NOT to love??
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James W.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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01/17/2018
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Just what I wanted

I bought the Velestor because of the good gas mileage( although there was a class actin suit because it didn’t get the advertised mileage and I have not received any more information about it. The settlement was appealed was all I heard. That was a few years ago.) loved the extended warranty that I purchased when I bought the car.
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Steven G.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/13/2018
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Starship Transport Utility Vehicle

I strap into the Starship Transport Utility Vehicle in one location and when I'm finished, I'm in a completely different location. Amazing! And, by golly, I feel very pretty during the entire process.
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Nathan P.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/12/2018
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Red Veloster 2012

Very nice small car, great on gas and it’s a greT car for going back and forth to work in a city. No major issues with this vehicle. Had to replace tires and hatch latch. But for a 6 year old car it’s running great. Not recommend this car for traveling but for getting are the city for school, work or grocery’s it’s great on gas and parking.
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Karla B.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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01/11/2018
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Veloster Performance

I enjoy that you can get up to 35 miles per gallon. The over all look of the car is very sporty. Good trunk space for a compact vehicle. I don't like that it shifts so hard. It becomes very jerky at times when it's shifting. I have an automatic, but feels like a stick shift at times. The hatch becomes very noisy as it ages, because of the glass. It's not as quiet and smooth anymore. My paint is only 5 years old and it's already starting to peel. It's not a horrible car, but I'm a bit disappointed with the overall performance.
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Phyllis I.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/11/2018
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great car

I love my veloster and with the recent service that I just had, I hope to have it around for many years to come. It is sporty and fun to drive and good on gas. I would buy it all over again without hesitation.
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David D.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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01/10/2018
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Neat little commuter

Bought my Veloster with about 9500 miles on it. I was commuting 45+ each way to work by myself in the car about 95% of the time. Air and heat work very well. Nice XM radio. Bluetooth telephone calls come through clear, however the mic picks up too much wind noise above about 45 mph, making it unusable. Not the most sure footed car in winter as it is too light to provide much traction, but works ok for me. Great mpg, offset with the lack of raw power. But for a cool little commuter, it serves me well.
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Kr H.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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01/06/2018
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Rocket Car

Sometimes I wish I had the turbo because I miss the pep, but I really appreciate the great mileage I get with my Veloster. People always ask what kind of car is it because they really like the look.
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Steven N.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
12/29/2017
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2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Overall, a great car, with an cockpit that is ergonomically well laid out. It has eye catching body styling. When it's time, I would trade mine in for a new model.
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Josephine S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/28/2017
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2012 Veloster

I have it four years, and had my first major repair recently. The repair was for my trunk not under the hood. People always stop to comment on it in parking lots and at the airport. I checked Consumer Reports before the purchase which rated it highly.
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Barbara S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/26/2017
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Very happy

I bought my car in 2012 and I have loved it. It does not have turbo and does not need it. I drive between Las Vegas and Colorado going up mountains and have no problem with power. I also get great gas mileage. I have my car serviced at Sahara Hyundai in Las Vegas and have always received the best of service from the nicest of people.
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Sean C.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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12/22/2017
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My 2012 Veloster

I have had this car for nearly six (6) years now, I have had very few issues with it. The main problem with this car is the LAG at initial acceleration, this has been an issue with this car since purchase, I had the same issue with my 2010 accent with the same 1.6 engine in it, It is a factor with this motor. Other than that and the fact that this car sucks in the snow, I am mostly satisfied with the car. It can be very fun to drive.
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Pamela J.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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12/21/2017
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I love my Veloster! Best little toaster ever!!
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Lu W.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/17/2017
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Great fun car!

Best car I ever had. My one gripe is that it doesn't perform well in the winter in the snow but other than that I've had an absolute wonderful time it and I've owned it for for the last five years...have had little to no problems with it would definitely recommend it as a fun car to drive & own. I've gotten many many compliments!
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Dennis D.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/15/2017
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Great Car for the money

I just love my Veloster, great gas mileage and sporty. Parking isn't a problem, and I have so much room left in the garage after I park it. Interior has plenty of room and I can put some pretty big stuff in the hatchback. It came well equipped for being the bottom trim level. All the gages are easy to read and everything is at your fingertips on the steering wheel. Seats are comfortable and plenty of leg room. Hyundai once again made an affordable reliable car, but still waiting for their pickup trucks.
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Billie P.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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12/15/2017
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FUN CAR TO DRIVE

The Veloster gets great mileage which makes it very economical. Though I had a little trouble at first getting used to the automatic gears I learned to use the steering wheel paddles when I needed extra power. They have also helped to preserve my brakes when slowing down. I tried other tires on the car but came back to Hyundai because their tires lasted longer for the same price. Overall I'm very happy with this car.
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James S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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11/27/2017
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Jim's Veloster

Fun Little Car, Great Commuter Car, Gas Mileage Can't be beat !!! Traction Control & Snow Tires makes this car Great In The Winter !!!!
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Patricia S.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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11/09/2017
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I love my Veloster

Great car
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LARRY J.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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11/08/2017
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5 years later

And this is still the best car i’ve ever owned. This car fits me, it performs the way I like it and it makes me look good while i’m Going. I love my Veloster
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Judith F.
2012 Hyundai Veloster
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/06/2017
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Love this car!

From the first time I drove it in the dealer lot I loved and it still gives me great pleasure to drive it.
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