The distinctiveness in the Veloster’s design is limited to its exterior, on the inside, the hatchback is true to Hyundai’s cabin design. Behind the steering wheel is a small information cluster surrounded by the speedometer and the tachometer. The entertainment unit sits centrally and adds a lot of character to the entire cabin. The Hyundai Veloster can seat 4 passengers only. While front seats accord a lot of comfort and space, the rear seats remain rather constrained in terms of head-room, credits to the attenuating roofline.Â
All in all, while the luxury is supreme, the comfort feels compromised, but something that helps to make a favorable case is that the cabin feels quiet with no outside noise. However, the steering is synthetic and lags in response. The Hyundai Veloster has a total head-, shoulder- and legroom of 39/55.6/43.9 and 35.3/54/31.7 inches at the front and rear, respectively. It has a total cargo capacity of 15.5 cubic feet.
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Model
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Hyundai Veloster
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Volkswagen Beetle
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Volvo C30
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Seating Capacity
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4
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4
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4
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Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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39/55.6/43.9
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39.4/55.3/41.3
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38.9/54.7/41.6
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Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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35.3/54/31.7
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37.1/49/31.4
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37.8/51.3/34.2
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Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)
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15.5
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15.4
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12.9
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The Volkswagen Beetle has almost similar cargo capacity at 15.4 cubic feet, while the Volvo C30 has the lowest space at 12.9 cubic feet. All cars have a seating capacity of four passengers, which is the segment standard. In terms of overall space, all cars have similar amounts of space, and it is difficult to declare a certain winner. Some salient interior features include:
- Tilt and Telescopic steering wheelÂ
- Interior air filtration
- Cargo area lightÂ
- Cruise control
- Carpeted floor matsÂ
- Heated mirrorsÂ
How intuitive is the 2013 Hyundai Veloster’s infotainment unit?
The infotainment system on the Hyundai Veloster, like any other car from the brand, is easy and natural in its usage. The extensive list of features that the Veloster boasts of include standard Bluetooth connectivity, a 7.0-inch touchscreen, and a Blue Link platform. The Blue Link platform has loads of functionalities, one of which is enhanced roadside assistance. An optional package also adds a navigation system. The display quality of the touchscreen is precise and crystal clear. Other salient features include:
- Auxiliary audio input
- CD Player
- AM/FM Stereo
- Satellite radio
- MP3 Player
- Optional premium sound system
