My Week with the 2019 Veloster Turbo R-spec! 

Wish granted. As announced at SEMA, aftermarket Borla exhaust as well as other performance upgrades (sway bars, springs, intake) are on the way. Best of all these will all be Hyundai supported and will not affect the warranty.

The N version is going to be a beast

I just got one of these the same color and I love it. I know it's a Hyundai, but it's my first real "preformance" car. It really is a blast to drive. I was choosing between this and a civic si because I am a Honda fan but i am very happy with my choice. It's a really good value and insurance is way cheaper! Hope everyone has a good day!

Matt you do the best reviews! Thanks for all that you do. Great job!!

Nice Review Matt!

To this day I still expect him to say "Hey subaruwrxfan here" and then I get surprised when he doesn't 😅

I own an R-spec and I absolutely love it. I am a Mustang guy, I have an 86 project, and had a '94 that was modded out of its mind. Is it as fast......no, not by a long shot. But so fun, it handles like it's on rails. Great stereo, great interface, I love this car. It's a very fun daily, and an absolute blast on back roads.

great review. been wanting it since they refreshed it

I freaking love this car.

Wow the engine sound is unique!

I got my hands on one and loved it! Makes me excited to try the Veloster N

The shape of this 2019 Veloster reminds me of my first car, the 2-door Honda Civic circa 1993. 😃

Love that it’s manual only

It's nice to hear you laughing and enjoying driving this car so much. Cars should definitely be more than just basic transportation. The journey from A to B should make us smile. Honestly I hardly ever listen to music while driving. I just enjoy being in the car on a trip.

R spec just sounds so cool. I just reviewed a Genesis R-Spec. Hyundai makes great manual cars! Idk why everyone talks bad about them. They're really stepping up their game!

Hey what's happening I've purchase a 2020 Hyundai veloster turbo r spec I've changed out the Mufflers and it's has all the pops gurgling and burbling especially in cold start and thanks for sharing your videos with me 🖐👍🙂💞

I've seen 0-60 times for this car at around 6.2 which is even faster than the Civic Si (especially the sedan which does 6.8). Maybe it's the lighter weight or gearing.

Thanks Matt. I used to own a fiesta st and when I'm ready for a more practical car than my current frs I may get this :)

I have one. I love it except for 2 things. 1 is the rear visibility is trash, the drivers side back window is more of a portal. The rev hang is another, shifting from first to second especially has to be done slower than you could or youll always feel the mismatched RPM kick you in the seat. You either have to be super slow on the clutch or give it a second to drop. The higher you let it go in first the better but even from 5k rpm going to 2nd from first taking your foot off the gas for a full half second before you shift you still feel it.

Sweet exhaust. 😍

now for the mazda3 turbo comparison, whenever that gets released

Awesome vid Matt. I hope you catch the Fathom Event showing of Bullitt this weekend.

Is that a metal shift know? Then it is going to be really hot in summer.

I have a 2.0 turbo. 2014. And I love it. It's like driving a really fast go cart. lol. Handles great. Could run 100+ all day long.

If the dumb sound enhancing is being pumped through the speaker i wonder if it affects how the sound of your music will be, with both trying to go out the speaker at the same time 🤷🏾‍♂️

2nd gen Veloster Turbo is a massive step forward from the 1st gen. Went from meh car to super fun hothatch. Amazing work from Hyundai And to think that Veloster N should be on a completely different level from this one. Can't wait for the N😊

Heard the sport mode doesn't change anything Performance is that true

I'm biased since I own a 2016 focus st but I was really impressed by the veloster r-spec. I still prefer my focus st with its power delivery of the higher out put engine compared to the veloster. But I agree, the veloster rides bit better, it handles about the same ish, puts the power down very well. Not a fan of the clutch feel and the shifter feel isn't as good as the focus st. However It is hands down one of the best performance hatches to buy for thr Monday and best bang for your buck.

I own one and I love it. Turbo lag from 1st to second combined with rev hang isn't great. Rear and driver side visibility behind your 3-9 o'clock isn't very good either. BUT...for 20k....its a great car. I have no regrets. For real though 1st to 2nd gear...you either got shift slow or murder the clutch. EDIT: after watching this theres no way he getting 30mpg a gallon in city especially if hes on it. The highway mpg is amazing especially if you drive it fuel consciously. But it drops off in city I guarantee you. Probably 25mpg on avg. (maybe a bit better i tend to push mine a bit)

This is actually 6.2 0-60 / 6.3 in a focus st #faster

Week with the 2019 Veloster Turbo R-spec! COOL

I put a exhaust on and it has a unique sound. also u can get oversteer with the car

I can't find anything or anyone that tells me what "Sport Mode" does in the manual R-spec? I noticed that tightened up the steering somewhat, but Matt seems to imply that there are other benefits. If someone could clarify, that would be great.

Good vid. more like this. and hyundai make sure to drop off the N for a week with matt please.

as for aftermarket...let's give props to the vendors that have been serving the GAMMA lineup (1.6t engine cars): 845 Motorsports (tunes and boltons), BTR (tunes) KDMTuners (parts, bolt ons, and parts/support...think DAP for VW), Lap3 (tunes), SXTH Element Engineering (bolt ons)...Not as deep as the ST scene but the support is there and scene growing...JOIN US! LOL

Hoping we get the Elantra I30 fastback N

Do you like this more than the Elantra Sport? They have the same engine/transmission. The R-spec gets that lovely short shifter, but the sedan has a more usable back seat. I'm cross shopping Hyundais at the moment.

My Si coupe (2018) is a quick fun rocket bunny I don’t see it as big. I had a ‘15 accord and it feels tiny. Can only imagine this veloster it looks small too

Matt, I am assuming you had driven an earlier version of this model, how do the new model compares to the older ones in terms of handling, power delivery, interior, etc.?

first of all, I love your reviews and weekly updates matt. Do you know when the N model will be released? Do you know the specs?

What about this versus the Elantra Sport? The Elantra has no rev hang for example, and i personally prefer the interior.

This car or the kia forte gt??? I believe they share the same engine and turbo but curious what your opinion is between choosing one or the other.

Nice car with great features but I would still rather have my new Elantra GT Sport. I also get great gas milage with the 7-sp DCT. I'm getting about 32.5 mpg when driving it normally. These little Hyundais are a blast to toss around curves.

Hyundai makes great cars. All the options they throw in that are not in higher end cars.

How much overboost does the R-Spec make?

When you go to get the review the Veloster N

This should be the only variant of the car available.

Doesn't sound too bad to my V-8 ears

I really appreciate your reviews and value your opinion. I have a question for you. To start, I don't care about zero to sixty times. I care about enjoying the drive and getting a reliable car that is fun to drive for a reasonable price. So, if it were you spending the money to own a car for ten years.... Would you rather have the Civic SI, the Veloster R Spec Turbo, Genesis G70 2.oL manual, Mazda 2.5L N/A Premium Hatchback, BMW 230i Manual Sport Coupe, Kia Forte GT Manual or any other model in a manual transmission? To drive daily and keep for ten years possibly. Miata is too small! :)

I would get the ultimate so I could get the sunroof...If i could get the sunroof in a R-spec I would do that.

Will you be reviewing the N variant eventually ?

I test drove one and the only thing I don't like is the high clutch.

The Veloster Turbo is a helluva handler. Add a Pierce Motorsports handling package and it will easily hang with cars more than double the price in the canyons. That $350 P.M.S. upgrade is worth every penny.

Does it handle better than a Civic Si Matt?

Will this be available in Europe?

Sounded like the same engine your BRZ had. Or does this car have a different engine than what your BRZ had?

Hyundai has a new "N-Line" for the i30 in Europe. This offers some of the N performance goodies for the regular car. Maybe they will bring that to the States for the Veloster. We can hope!

How does it compare to a mini cooper s?

How compare i30N. Do you get the N range US??

How would this compare to a Fiesta ST

no one has them in stock in colorado

I completely understand what you're saying about the "fun factor", but for 1k more with the focus ST you get: - Better build quality (ie. interior, paint quality, etc.) - More power - Better reliability - More aftermarket support The go-kartness you seem to be saying has nearly everything to do with the tires, which don't define the car much. OEM's have to make decisions to market to the masses, by an owner does not. So you can just as easily put those tires on the ST, and the ST will definitely pull better G's on a skid pad because it does-so stock.

How do you flog your test vehicles, yet manage just 1 mpg lower than the combined rating on average? That just doesn't add up. You clearly baby them and give them a few rips here and there.

Focus st is a better handler I tested both

This or a Fiesta St!?

around the 5 minute mark of the video you talk about wishing for some N performance parts. Hyundai is planing some aftermarket parts. www.autoblog.com/2018/10/30/2019-hyundai-veloster-turbo-performance-parts-sema/ The article did not say when they would be coming some time next year would my guess. The good thing they won't void any warranties, since they authorized..

rev hang ? you mean rev matching?

Been in contact with hyundai about this car for the past few weeks. Final conclusion is.... If you want to buy one of these new...well... that's just too bad. They basically just aren't making them right now. They have potentially lost a sell because they can't give me a straight answer.

They went with a little more round and overall bigger size for this onr, which is the only thing that turns me off. Otherwise, take my money!

ALL THIS CAR NEEDS IS A ECU TUNE AND ALL PROBLEMS ARE SOLVED!💯 I like the Hyundai family of cars, but they come TOO conservative from the factory.😄

N perf parts ARE coming, plus the aftermarket has it covered (Torq Motorsport) I.C.E. is covered, so 240 hp is well within reach!

Should I go for a new one of these or get a 2015 gti?

Prepping my bank account as we speak for the n👊

2013 is considered the weakess year of Velosters....issues with the engine for the most part were resolved by 2015 models by that time they were using the same engine on the Tuscon, Forte SX, Elantra Sport, GT Sport, Optima, Sonanta, Soul Turbo and Kona. Most problems owners will have will focus on the dealer network and how much they want to advocate for you vs make a profit making you pay for the repair....in my area another issu are the techs themselves, some don't want to deal with warranty work or are new and can't identify and resolve an issue. Finally most of the Hyundai/Kia dealers by me admitted they were understaffed so newbies are out there trying to troubleshoot and they don't care enough to be thorough. In all fairness my Forte turbo has been pretty reliable at 64,000 miles. Diligence to maintance intervals is highly required.

Can you Review the 2019 Camaro?

This thing has 3 doors 😊😊😊

Loved my 2016. Got it to about 300 HP at the crank. Fun car, but lost its value quick. Never had any issues with the car at all. Ended up with a 2016 WRX though.

Matt do you have any of the engine tick that the 18's are having? Can you do a video so we can hear your car and how many miles is on it now? My 18 has scorring in cylinder 4 an dim not sure what is all going to happen and wanted to know if i have to go to a 19 if the engines are better

Nice review. I think that Honda Civic Sport hatch with 6 spd manual is direct competitor to this car. Similar price, similar engine output, similar performance...Ford Focus ST might be more compatible to upcoming Veloster N variant...

The veloster is not a shorter wheelbase

Here in Canada we don't get the Volster R SPEC We get the regular Turbo car on witch I am actually just very super duper jeluse of you Yanks

Do ur research jimbo the si weighs 2900 same as veloster wheelbase also the same

Hey Matt when are you gonna get your hands on the new Cadillac XT4?

...until the N comes out, LOL☺

Can you review a Dodge neon SRT-4

5:00 in last thing ricers need is more encouragement to enhance their exhaust some more lol .... thanks for the video Matt you always do a great job been watching you for awhile

Hi Matt, question why might someone invest in cars such as the veloster, when you can basically get more car for the money (all be it used) like motor trend car of the year for 2003 like the very reliable Japanese built 2003 on INFINITI G35 Coupe for about 5K? By the way I am glad your enjoying more popularity by taking my suggestion of elongated Descriptive Titles on your videos, so congratulations Sir!

The original looked better, and the new one performs better. Too bad they couldn't combine original looks with current performance. That front grill is shaped so weird. Nonetheless, I will check one out when the N arrives.

Dude, I'd love to see you do a Ford lightning... beast truck

Fiesta st is lighter by 200 lbs and it will still be available jimbo

I had a 2013 Veloster Turbo and it had a large amount of issues. What was worse than that though was the fact that Hyundai fought with me on every single issue. I had the extended warranty and they tried their very best to avoid repairs. I would say to anyone out there who is interested, look at another manufacturer. Hyundai, while cheap, does not offer the after sale support that is required. Nowadays, I just build my fun cars on my channel. We have our 2JZ Twin Turbo 240Z and my Mustang GT that we are building. 🙂

Looks like a very interesting car, but I couldn't pick this car knowing that the Veloster N is coming. With that said, I probably couldn't pick the Veloster N, knowing that the I30N is out there; and hopefully coming to the USA eventually.

Wat is the hp

Is not the car I have to complain, but the company making it. I have never incounter a company that will argue with me on every issue the car have. If you don't want to work on my car under warranty then just say so so I can record that shit with my phone. WTF Other then that they make some fun car...

The extra/missing door design is a deal breaker for me.

3rd!!!!!

Why get this when you can get a GTI? Not even close

Mmmmm, a snack for my MK7 GTI

It's just a shame that it's so ugly. Sounds like it's a ton of fun to drive though

You have a Ford don't knock it