Hyundai Motor America President and CEO John Krafcik just tweeted that it’s going to cost you $17,300 for a Veloster.
Full pricing is due later this week, but that base price undercuts the Honda CR-Z, arguably its most natural rival, by over $2,000, while offering more room and the promise of 40 miles-per-gallon on the freeway.
UPDATE: Hyundai has released full pricing/specifications on the 2,582-pound 2012 Veloster. Pricing is $17,300 plus $760 for destination charges. Major options include the paddleshift dual-clutch gearbox at $1,250; Style package with 18-inch alloys, panoramic roof, premium audio and leatherette ($2,000); and Tech Package with unique 18-inch alloys, navigation with rearview camera, proximity key and pushbutton start ($2,000 and requires Style pack). Quoted fuel economy figures are 28/40/32 mpg with the six-speed manual and 29/38/32 with the dual-clutch. Deliveries commence in September. Check out the official release after the jump with all the details.
[DDET Click to show the Press Realese!] Innovative Three Door-Coupe Features Standard 40 MPG and Hyundai Blue Link®
COSTA MESA, Calif., Aug. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor America has announced pricing for the 2012 Veloster three-door coupe, starting at $17,300 for the six-speed manual and $18,550 for the six-speed EcoShift™ Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). Veloster is a playful front-wheel drive coupe targeting the likes of Mini Cooper, Volkswagen Beetle and Scion tC while delivering 28/40/32 mpg with the six speed manual and 29/38/32 mpg with the DCT.
Veloster delivers innovation to the compact coupe segment with standard features such as a unique third door for easy rear-seat access, Hyundai’s Blue Link™ telematics system, Pandora® internet radio, seven-inch touch-screen display, and a new 1.6-liter Gasoline-Direct-Injected (GDI) four-cylinder engine and six-speed transmission.
Model
Engine
Transmission
MSRP
Veloster
1.6-liter GDI I4
Six-speed M/T
$17,300
Veloster
1.6-liter GDI I4
Six-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch
$18,550
Plus $760 freight charge
Veloster combines design elements of a coupe and the functionality of a hatchback, while incorporating an additional passenger-side rear door for uncompromised rear-seat access. In the past, some coupes have used limited access rear-hinged access doors. These coupes have required opening the front door before the rear door could be opened, an inconvenience for drivers and passengers, and difficult to use in tight parking lot situations. Hyundai’s new thinking implements a conventionally-hinged door on the passenger side, providing safe and easy access to the rear seats and a hidden door handle to maintain its coupe design.
In the digital age, buyers expect to be connected all times, so Veloster comes standard with a multi-function seven-inch touch-screen display, Gracenote® display technology with voice recognition and Pandora® internet radio capability.
To assist in fuel savings, Veloster M/T weighs 2,584 lbs, which is lighter than the Mini Copper S, and over 400 pounds lighter than Scion tC. In addition to advancements in fuel economy, the advanced 1.6L GDI engine produces 138 horsepower, which gives it the best specific output in its class.
Veloster sales begin in September.
EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE 2012 VELOSTER
Three-door coupe design
Coupe design with the functionality of a hatch and a passenger-side forward-hinged rear door
1.6-liter GDI Gamma engine paired with proprietary Hyundai six-speed manual transmission or Hyundai’s first EcoShift DCT
Standard 40 mpg highway with the six-speed manual
Standard multi-function seven-inch touch-screen display
Pandora internet radio capability
Gracenote display technology with voice recognition
Video game console connectivity with 115-volt power outlet
Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition
Standard Blue Link telematics platform
Blue Link Assurance provides a free six month trial period of complimentary core safety services including Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Assistance, SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance and Monthly Vehicle Report
Blue Link Essentials provides a free three month trial period of Voice Text Messaging, Remote Door Unlock / Lock, Remote Horn and Lights, Panic Notification, Remote Vehicle Start (delayed availability), Alarm Notification, Quick Tips, Location Sharing, Automated Diagnostic Trouble Code Notification, Maintenance Alert, Recall Advisor, Web Vehicle Diagnostics, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Vehicle Immobilization, Valet Alert, Geofence, Speed Alert and Curfew Alert
Blue Link Guidance provides a free three month trial period of Turn-by-Turn Navigation, POI Search by advanced voice recognition system, POI Web Search and Download, Daily Route Guidance with Traffic Condition, Traffic, Gas Station Locations and Gas Prices, Eco-Coach, Restaurant Ratings and Weather
Standard and Optional Features
Veloster starting MSRP is $17,300, plus $760 freight, and includes the following standard features:
1.6-liter GDI DOHC D-CVVT four-cylinder engine with engine cover and hood insulator
Six-speed manual transmission
17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45R17 tires
Chrome dual center exhaust outlet
ESC with TCS and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
ABS with EBD and four-wheel disc brakes, TPMS
Six airbags
Air conditioning
Seven-inch high resolution LCD video touchscreen
AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers and iPod/USB/video auxiliary input jacks
Gracenote Technologies (iPod album cover art and Advanced Voice Recognition)
Steering wheel mounted audio and cruise control
Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition
Blue Link – Hyundai Telematics System
Trip computer
Power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry with alarm and bodycolor power heated mirrors
Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
Illuminated vanity mirrors with extensions
Six-way adjustable driver’s seat and armrest storage box
Front LED headlight accents
Map lights with sunglass holder
Front passenger seatback pocket
Rear wiper
Options:
Six-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission with paddle shifters, Hillstart Assist Control, and Active ECO System ($1,250 MSRP)
Style Package ($2,000 MSRP):
18-inch alloy wheels with P215/40R18 tires
Chrome grille surround with piano black highlights
Front fog lights
Panoramic sunroof
Piano black interior accents
Dimension premium audio with eight speakers, external amp and subwoofer
Leatherette bolster seats and door inserts
Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Alloy pedals
Driver auto-up window
Tech Package ($2,000 MSRP):
Requires Style Package
Unique 18-inch alloys with painted inserts
Backup warning sensors
Navigation system with rearview camera
Automatic headlights
Proximity key entry with electronic push button start
115-volt outlet
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 800 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle warranty, Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, 5-years of complimentary Roadside Assistance and the Hyundai Trade-in Value Guarantee.
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