Hyundai Veloster Turbo Rated at 204-HP, 195 Lb-Ft
Hyundai has revealed official details of its upcoming Veloster Turbo model, which is listed with a rating of 204-hp. A significant increase over the 140-hp of the standard model the Gama 1.6-liter 4-cylinder gets a twin scroll turbocharger and direct-injection. Full power comes on at just 6000 rpm, with a significant 195 lb-ft of torque at just 1750 rpm.
In addition Hyundai has announced details of a Euro-market 2.0-liter 4-cylinder diesel with 150-hp and 282 lb-ft of torque.
Details of both engines were revealed at the company’s 11th Hyundai-Kia International Powertrain Conference in Korea. The exact power output numbers for the North American market have not yet been revealed.
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Really can't wait!!! Wow!! Finally!! Let's hope for February
Problems With The Veloster Turbo: 1)Doesn't Come With The Nice Color Coordinated Wheels Available On The Loaded N/A Version. 2)It May Come As A Shock Hyundai But Some Of Us Don't Like Leather Interiors. 3)Should(But Doesn't)Come In All The Colors Available On The N/A Version. 4)The Grill, While It Is An Improvement Over The N/A Version IS TOO DAMN BIG!! 5) Now That Everyone Has Gotten Over The Cutesy 3 Side Door Design How About Making It In 2 Door And 4 Door Hatch Models So Everyone Can Get What They Really Want Instead Of Some Marketers Idea Of What They Want. I For One Want A 2 Door Hatch Ya'Know Like The GTI. Is Anyone Listening?? -A Long Time Hyundai Owner Looking For His Next Car And Not Finding It At A Hyundai Dealership