The 2021 Hyundai Veloster N DCT is an Even Hotter Hot Hatch 

Would you guys get the 6MT or DCT with this car? The quick shifting transmission gets us very excited to try out the upcoming Kona N and Elantra N!

When I turned up the volume to hear you at a normal level, the commercials blew my eardrums out.

Bought one in January, as my Focus RS just became to uncomfortable for daily driving over the last year. Hyundai has underrated much on this car. As stated gas mileage around city is not that great, but I can pull 32-34mpg on highway/interstate driving. The DCT is surprisingly very, very good. It is as fast as my RS, rides much smoother and more comfortable, and feels lower and more planted on the road. Again, very surprising for a front wheel drive car. Hyundai also underrated the torque output. Stock dynos have shown 258-265 lbs/ft to the wheels. The DCT also has shown slightly more hp and tq over the manual. Again, the car is surprisingly good. There is a lot of small things Hyundai did in the car, from the driving feel, layout of the cockpit, ride quality, etc. that come together to make an amazingly good sport compact car that never fails to put a smile on your face. And if you are a little older like me and have driven manuals all your life and want something a little more relaxing to drive but still fun, this N DCT is the best value on the market.

Younger me would go manual but older me with my growing number of aches and pains would go DCT. Its faster too, so that's nice.

I’d still probably go with the manual personally, but if the DCT expands the appeal of the Veloster N enough to keep it around, I’m all for it🙏🏼

Not even in the market for a hatch. But did I still watch the whole dang video? “Yes... yes I did.”

I fell in love with this vehicle its so raw of a hatchback. We need more of these on the road.

Please fix your audio can barley hear you 😞

Even though the interior is just ok I'll buy this just for the experience of driving it everyday. Great job Hyundai! 👍🏾

I love how much joy you show when you really dig a car.

Anyone else having issues with the Volume in the video? It sounds muffled.

I got the car 3 months ago and love it. My first time launching the car I got a 4.9 0-60 in 35 degree weather which shocked me. I hope to see more people with this car on the road!!

Color me impressed. Hyundai has come a long, long way. If I was in the market for a hot hatch, I would take this over the Type R

Traded my GLI 35 manual for this yesterday. I test drove the N DCT a few days prior and then went to the VW dealer and tested the GTI DSG. The manual is a must imo for the GTI or GLI. The N DCT is just on another level, the GTI felt sluggish soft and unrefined by comparison. The engine struggles with the DSG when you stomp it and that does not equate to "refinement" in my book. When an engine makes a lot of noise and vibration but the car does not accelerate very fast, it's less appealing. I also owned two 7th gen GTI's, both manual. The N DCT may be as good as a Golf R, it simply blows the GTI away, in every way. I had to drive them back to back to truly understand what I was missing.

I waited for the DCT to be released. Now I'm a proud owner and I couldn't be happier.

I own a 2021 N /w DCT. AMA I'm a life long manual owner, but I suffer with a chronic pain disorder so the DCT was a compromise. TBH, I don't regret it. The programing is on point, less drama than a DSG at low speeds and bang on at WOT. Pros: - Great engine/trans combo (MT/DCT) - Custom drive modes (A++++ Ralphie!) - The exhaust is amazing even with the DCT (if you enjoy DCT farts and decel pops and bangs) - UI/UX of infotainment - Handling - Room for the wife and kiddos (I'm 5'11") - Immensely fun Subjective: - Interior; I like the interior. All black, black headliner and no sunroof. The interior is well put together no creaks or rattles.Yes, it's plastic but I bought this car for a fun daily. Hyundai should really consider an interior package for those who are really concerned but it could possibly bump a DCT to $36,000 which is to high in my opinion. To be fair a lot of engineering went into the go fast bits. The suspension, engine, trans and performance controls all feel well sorted, all that cost money to put into a production car let alone a Hyundai. This isn't a hopped up base Veloster, it's a purpose built car that Hyundai didn't need to build, and to be honest I wish more manufacturers took this approach to blending fun with performance. - Body design; I honestly felt the 3 door design was a gimmick but it bothers me less now as an owner than I thought it would. People that approach me tend to like it, which I fully expected the opposite. Cons: - Resale; Historically Hyundai doesn't have the best resell value and I don't have a crystal ball. However, the demand for the N is high and demand has a big part to play in value. If I had to bet it will hold value much better than traditional Hyundai's.

Is it just me or is the volume really low in this video?

I'd go for the DCT in Performance Blue, I love the uniqueness of the 3 door design and I've always wanted to have a Veloster that I could call my own

I can’t wait to get one of these in performance blue with DCT I’m hoping to get into one of these this year. Hyundai really did a great job with their N line up of cars. Elantra N and Kona N and Sonata N are also all very impressive. Hyundai and Kia been killing it lately with their newer models.

This car is not even avaliable in my country, but I still like to watch this guy's videos

I just drove a Veloster N with the new DCT, and I kid you not, it is excellent. So much fun to wring the power outta that little engine and hear it "fart" changing gear and crackling and backfiring like popcorn when downshifting. There is one big thing I've noticed about the new DCT, and that it's ridiculously smooth. It's a little jerky in first when roaming around at low speeds, but from a dead stop, starting out, there was absolutely zero shuddering or any unrefinement. The Veloster N DCT is one of my dream cars, and I'd be lying if I said that it didn't drive like a dream and didn't put a massive smile on my face.

Looks like a fun little car and I love the styling!

Just bought one. Love it! Always enjoy your reviews.

I smiled throughout the whole driving portion of the video.. What a fun little car!

Great videos man, you do a great job in a concise amount of time covering a lot of info on the vehicles you evaluate. Please try to cover a bit more on the vehicle's suspension if at all possible. Since you're a young man it may not mean that much to you :-) but to old fogies like me it's an item of importance. Many vehicles today have the looks but some are poor in suspension thus making the driving experience a bit less pleasant. All the best!

Your right on the sound. Amazing and I love the lt blue with the dark grey interior.

WAITED SO LONG FOR THIS

Imagine having this exact car during the days of the first, Fast and Furious....

I have a Chalk White 2020 VN w/PP. I specifically wanted the manual transmission and I look forward to any chance to take this car out for a drive. The DCT sounds really nice and this should help sell even more of these.

This is my next car for sure, can't wait to drive this little beast

I own a 2021 black N with DCT. I’ve put 3000 miles on it. The thing is just a FUN car to drive. It’s turned into an everyday driver for me. I also have a 2019 Kona with AWD for winter driving in Iowa. I get 5.1-5.2s for 0-60mph. Once and awhile I can get 4.8s on a perfect launch.

i bought the 2020 model 6 speed. i put a gts performance chip and k&n typhoon CAI on it. i will tell u, its an absolute monster for the $. ive never loved a car so much. im not really a straight line kinda guy but big swoops and big bends and turns, i love. this car for the money is unreal. absolute monster i 💯%love it..and its a freaking HYUNDAI?

Great job man ! Love your enthusiasm! Keep it up

I can't decide over this and the Ford Mustang Ecoboost ECO with the HPP. Are you planning on doing a hands on look into the Mustang Eco HPP?

The audio volume on this video is oddly low, so when the ADs hit, it was sooo loud. Please fix it in future videos. Otherwise, awesome review as always.

As much as I love the manual, I'd probably go with the DCT lol.

Bought this in the blue. I love it so much. DCT ROCKS

Looking forward to this 2.0T in the Kona N, and hope it gets the AWD, which would make this an ideal package.

Exhaust sounds amazing for stock from factory with 10 year warranty on it

I hope you listed that front driver side wheel curb rash on the pre inspection form 🤣

Sofyan, how old is this vid? Do you still have that much snow in Penn.? I'm in Vermont and we have hardly none!

Love my 2020 veloster N manual, wish i had the automatic, but then i would be upside down,,but im still happy ,just at 9000 miles,thx great video

Super cool. Not sure if I could pass on the manual for a DCT 😅

Was cross shopping a few cars for a bit and ended with the Veloster N 6MT. I gotta say Hyundai hit the ball out of the park on this one. Gives me same feeling I get hooning around in my Srt-4 which is my other baby('05 75k mi and clean). A simple intake, downpipe, and tune woke up the Veloster pretty damn good. It's not about straight line power for me though as much as she does pull very hard. I just find myself having way more fun taking turns like a hooligan and launching out of them like a rocket. Ok time for a drive now.... Haaa 🚗💥💨

Excellent video as usual...well done

Are they bringing the hatch of the elantra to US? Any news on a 4 wheel drive kona N? Still bums me out about no heated/cooled seats.

I was so happy to see that he was happy driving the car . Hyundai definitely stepped it up. Great review

You can do launch control and NGS simultaneously to get a quicker 0-60, right?

Mk7 GTI owner. Going to test drive a 2019 on Saturday!

Great review Sofyan! I had my Veloster N for about a year, but after spending 2 weeks in the DCT I have a real dilemma on my hands. I'm a die-hard 3 pedal purist, but I'm leaning toward the DCT on the upcoming models and I never thought I would say that. It's that good...

I’m about to hit 10k miles on mine and I love it so much, it’s so fun to drive and I cant believe it was the last car I tested and did research on.

The exhaust in the automatic is different than the manual, people are ordering the manual exhaust and switching them out ,Glad I've got a 2020 Veloster N, great video thanks

I just cant get over the looks. But the performance is outstanding.

For 30k, do you prefer this or the miata?

Got the chance to drive one and it's a very good vehicle. The only down point I found was the interior but other than that the driving experience with the DCT is fantastic.

So now that you've driven both this and the Elantra N in DCT, how do they compare?

Damn, bro, I'd have probably chosen the closeup on the wheel that hadn't been curbed already

Great car!! Total slam on mountain roads. It’s fun and sounds like no other. We wanted the manual. Been driving automatics for too long. We got a 2020 Ppg. Love it. Can’t beat the fun and performance for the price. 2020 R&T Performance Car of the Year. Hello! Against McLaren, Porsche, etc. It chased them on mountain roads. Stock this car rocks.

I love my veloster

Are you planning to review the 2022 Tucson any time soon?

does it fart like a vw dsg? on a another channel it seemed to when your not in N mode.

Will this specific model lasts engine reliability-wise if most of the owners (the enthusiasts) are going to be constantly driving like this...revving it like there's no tommorow?

I need to drive one of these. Looks like fun.

When is the elantra N coming? and does it come with 275?

a little tips fot you! if you switch your muffler with manual muffler then you get more pops and bangs!!!!!!!!!

Turn off the lane keep lol!! What's your thoughts on their trans vs DSG? DSG is the benchmark imo

Dang that’s incredible 👍

I've been waiting to see this one. btw are you wearing invisible braces or something? LOL colour scheme reminds of one BMW seem to be doing with their 128ti

Hi Sofyan. Can you ask Hyundai if they are bringing back the Tiburon model. It will be great with this engine but tuned to 300 pony's?

I’m hyped for the Elantra n. Much nicer interior and of course a more practical interior as well.

Sofyan, what's the better powertrain, Hyundai's 2.0T in the Veloster N or the new 2.5T in the Sonata N-Line/K5 GT iyo? Is the 8spd DCT tuned differently on the N-Line cars? Outstanding review. Can't wait for the Elantra N.

Veloster N is a beast with the dct transmission and 6speed gearbox

Really looking forward to the Kona N. I have two young kids so Veloster isn’t practical enough for me, need 4 doors.

I'm too stuck between the elantra N, the current gen STI or the new upcoming WRX which doesn't look too different. Hoping to compare my future purchase with your awesome reviews 😁

Very good review, I am looking into one

Honestly.....I’m in awe. It’s just PERFECT ...... redlines I need your HONEST opinion ....I’m getting some good money from a lawsuit and THIS is the car I want .....all things considered, should I get this car and do uber eats in it....( I do uber eats 6days a week, almost 10hours a day) or should I look towards anything else because I’m just in love with this car 😍 please leave an honest answer, a loyal viewer💪🏾

My DCT N has heated seats. Not sure why yours would not?

U think I should trade my 2013 mazdaspeed 3 for this Sofyan?🤔

I wish that Hyundai sell the i30 N Hatchb. and Fastb. in North America, I think they are better as the Veloster.

the DCT will for sure help grab more sales

Well, gr8 job and if my wife wasn't into Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrids, I most definately would've purchased the Veloster N line as the second car to go with my 2021 Hyundai Sonata N - Line family sedan.

Hey what's happening I'll go for the six speed manual transmission instead it's cheaper

Which would you say is the better daily driver, Mazda 3 Turbo hatchback or this? I'm loving the interior of the Mazda but this looks like it's more fun of a ride

I'd rather have 2 doors. It bothers me that it has 2 doors on one side and 1 on the other.

Well done...I can see why this car has such a cult following. In my twenties...it might have been Civic Type R...but the understated styling (relatively speaking vs Civic TR), better sounds, warranty, make this more suitable for me now. Big fan of the Performance Blue (powder blue) color...hot hatch for sure

What’s with the audio? Volume is very low. Good review man

Does it remain the sunroof ?

What's sad is they are barely making any manuals in 2021. I've been waiting months for one and all I can find are DCTs.

Sofyan is the goat of car journalists.

I wish VW and Honda would make great sounding exhaust like KIA and Hyundai do for their N and GT Trims.

Glad Hyundai came out with a DCT to get more people to drive the Veloster N!

Sofyan this video’s sound was just too low :( plz make it louder next time couldn’t really hear crackle and pop well.

I have a manual with a high flow cat, throttle body spacer, and resonator removal so far...lil monster

Wish Honda would take notice and give the next Type R the same rowdy exhaust mode as this Veloster N, as well as the customizable driving parameters. Great job by Hyundai on this car!

I have gotten mine to 4.9 secs zero to 60 using the paddle shiftersv and the NGS button

Hopefully! the DCT transmission will be coming to the 2021 Hyundai i20 N as well.🤔 Also Over boost system.

Cool car, I wish we could have this 2021 model in South Africa

I am just wondering what the beeping sound is when you are driving. I have not noticed that sound except for the time that I was driving through traffic and it was close to the rear of the car in front of me.

Hey what's happening I've purchase a 2020 Hyundai veloster turbo r spec I've changed out the Mufflers and exhaust tips and I've changed out the spoiler N it's loud enough for me with all the pops gurgling and burbling especially in cold start lol nowadays it's going to be difficult to find a veloster N they've the kona N and eletra N & thanks for sharing your videos with me 👋👍🙂♥️

This car has really gone up in price in just a couple years. Now, when I consider the "competitors", I think this car is just overpriced. Even if Hyundai underrated its 275hp and its 0-60 time, it's a small, cheapy car. Of course it will be as fast as something like an STI, as it's lighter and smaller, but why is it $35,000? It has a cheap interior, it doesn't have 4 doors, and, as far as I'm concerned, it's a class below the cars people compare it to. This shouldn't even be priced more than a WRX, at $28,000, but it knocks on STI territory.