Hyundai's 2012 Veloster made a grand entrance into the car
market at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show, with a look akin to what a
superhero might be inclined to drive and the technology to match.
Interestingly, Hyundai North America's CEO, John Krafcik doesn't
even attempt to make claims that the unconventional three-door will
be the quickest to make it to 60 mph, though it certainly looks
like it could. He leaves such claims for models such as the Genesis
Coupe, and instead promises giddy performance from its 1.6-liter
engine with 138-horsepower (at 6,300 rpm) and 123 lb.-ft. torque,
and 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox. The 2012 Hyundai Veloster gets
some of its aggressive good looks from a longer-than-expected
wheelbase made possible by its third front-hinged door on the
rear-passenger side. However, it's sleek, slightly retro frame,
doesn't compromise on head and leg room for front or back seat
drivers. And, tech-savvy types would be too distracted to notice
otherwise, with full attention paid to the Blue Link system.
Standard in the 2012 Veloster, Blue Link is Hyundai's new
telematics system that integrates everything from service schedule
alerts to restaurant ratings, turn-by-turn navigation guidance,
remote start, and stolen vehicle slowdown. Even the seven-inch
touchscreen is a standard fit. More advanced features will be made
available via a three-tier subscription service. And, a
full-featured navigation system is optional.
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