2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign, Interior, Release Date

2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign, Interior, Release Date  –  The past several months have given us all a lot to think about, and for many, a chance to re-evaluate what really matters in life. 2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

Getting excited about a sporty little hatchback may seem frivolous right now, but adding some levity and enjoyment to our lives is just what we all need, and the 2026 Hyundai Veloster delivers that in spades.

2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

ut creature comforts are for softies and those who simply tolerate the drudgery of driving. The Veloster, on the other hand, is meant for unadulterated fun, pure and simple. Get in, thumb the starter button, and there’s a bunch of ludicrous noise that’s emitted from the pair of enormous tailpipes. Select sport mode – or better yet, one of the driver-customized performance drive modes – and the exhaust baffles are opened for even more noise. It’s not the obscene sort of noise like a straight-piped Harley-Davidson; instead, it’s more like your hilarious uncle Dave at a party, helping everyone have a great time and enjoy lots of laughs.

Grab the leather-wrapped shift knob and each of the six gears are easily found, whether rowing up or down through them. There aren’t many stick shifts left in this world, but this is one of the better ones. It’s so simple to use, and the clutch is light enough that even commuting in traffic shouldn’t draw complaints. There’s also an automated rev-matching feature for those still learning to blip the throttle seamlessly themselves. 2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

2026 Hyundai Veloster Specs

Goodies like an adaptive suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, and even an adjustable exhaust system are usually found on costly high-end performance cars, but the Veloster has them all standard. It’s intended to be a legitimate high-performance hatchback – one that could reasonably be enjoyed at track days and autocross events right out of the box, and it’s equipped thusly.  2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

It’s also got an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an upgraded audio system, and heated seats and steering wheel; but buyers looking for leather seating, a sunroof, and many of the active safety features found in other cars won’t find them here.  2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

Engine and Performance

The 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine throws down with 275 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. It’s enough to motivate the Veloster to 100 km/h in about six seconds flat – the dual-clutch-equipped car will reportedly shave a notable 0.3 seconds off that time – and cause Subaru WRX drivers to take notice and Volkswagen Golf GTI drivers to wince.

Yes, cars like the Honda Civic Type R have more power, but they cost significantly more money, and the Veloster somehow feels just right with this amount of thrust. It’s wildly fun and truly quick, yet balanced and manageable. And did we mention it makes wonderful, amusing sounds? . 2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

2026 Hyundai Veloster Fuel Economy

One of the drive modes offered by the Veloster is an eco setting. In the interest of good journalism, this mode was used for a cross-Toronto trip, with its softened throttle response and quieter exhaust noise – and barely noticeable improvement to its reported fuel consumption.  2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

After that, only various sport modes were used for the rest of the test week, and still the Veloster managed an average rate of 8.9 L/100 km overall – compared to the 9.5 L/100 km NRCan estimate. [NRCan’s estimates for the Veloster are for regular-grade fuel; however, the owner’s manual recommends premium. –Ed.] A week’s worth of premium-fuel fun cost barely more than $50 from the 50-litre tank. 2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

2026 Hyundai Veloster Safety Features

We’re firm believers that a properly driven car that offers strong braking and good handling is a safe car, and the Veloster fits that bill. But, while it does have the legally mandated airbags, ABS, traction control, and back-up camera, there are precious few of the modern safety features many buyers have come to expect.  2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign

There’s no blind-spot monitoring, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, nor lane-keeping assist. The view out the back and the rear is compromised due to the steep rake of the roofline, making the parking camera’s good resolution a welcome quality.

2026 Hyundai Veloster Price and Release Date

Hyundai has been known for decades to offer impressive value in its machines, and the Veloster is no exception. At $35,000, this sport compact car isn’t cheap – the decidedly ordinary (and outgoing) Veloster starts at just over $22,000 – but at that price, it’s fully loaded.

There’s no higher trim, and there are no options to add, save for the fancy red paint seen here. There is an asterisk next to this bargain, though; most of what makes the Veloster a big value is its performance-related kit. In exchange it offers the essentials for features, but it’s certainly not luxurious. 2026 Hyundai Veloster Redesign