2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec (6MT) - POV Driving Impressions (Binaural Audio)

Thunder Gray 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec
Price as tested: $23,785 (includes destination)
1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder with 201hp and 195 lb-ft of torque
26mpg City, 33mpg Hwy, 29mpg Combined
-6-speed manual with Drive Mode Select
-Unique sport-tuned suspension, quicker steering, and exhaust character
-Dual centered mounted exhaust outlets
-18-inch wheels
-225/40/R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 performance summer tires
-Torque Vectoring Control (TVC)
-MacPherson strut front suspension with 24mm front stabilizer bar and multi-link rear suspension with a 19mm stabilizer bar to control body roll.
5-year/60,000 mile warranty
10-year/100,000 mile powertriain warranty
7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty
5-year/unlimited mile roadside assistance

The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. If you wear headphones, your mind won't be blown, but it will go, "woah, that's cool."

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Here on TheTopher, I'm known for putting a camera on my face and driving cars. Whether it's about any of my personal cars or reviews on weekly press vehicles, the goal is to give you an idea of what a certain car is like to drive or live with. Most of my videos are filmed in POV, with my clothes on, and (for like the 5th time) with in-ear binaural audio. Which, if I haven't made it clear yet, is why you should wear headphones. Because of the whole "woah" factor. It's there, trust me. Try it, it's pretty nuts. Or don't. As long as you whitelist me on your adblocker I'm okay with whatever you do or don't do with regards to headphone usage. That is all. Oh and I guess you should also probably subscribe. Why are you still reading this, you should be watching the video. With headphones! Hah, had to sneak that in there one more time. Later!

[techpappee]

N will be the performance version (275hp), out later this fall. R is the more mainstream performer.

I'm glad they moved it over to a new platform. It now rides on the ElentraGT (I30) platform. Multi link independent suspension (on all models), break torque vectoring, vastly improved steering. They even used aluminium to reduce weight.

Hyundai has a hit IMO.

[gordoncefaloni]

I'm looking for my first car right now I would love this

[revmatchproductions]

Dude, you sound so much like savagegeese!

[TonyTube]

Please WAIT to start engine until you get into the car!!! We want to see the startup sequence!! Every time.

[은진수-mv]

You kidding me?? Livable? It is the one of the best car at going in and out of corners at this price point. Go to a track and find out it will shoot out of corners with out understeer when you push it.

[lifeonadime]

So how was that sound system? (Bass, clarity, functionality etc) I'm looking into buying one of these and was hoping the factory infinity would be good enough I won't have to ad an aftermarket sub for depth

[aquaticko]

I know I'm probably alone in this, but I'd love to see an uprated version of the Ioniq hybrid drivetrain in this car, DCT or really throw me an improbable bone and make it manual. Who wouldn't love 45mpg and ~7.5 seconds 0-60?

[devn]

It seems so much more German than the old one. Amazing car for the price

[Rico]

It looks so much better than it used to. Is this the same motor as the Forte5 SX and Elantra Sport?

[phillipyau]

Hey what's happening if you want it too sounds louder changed out the Mufflers install Maga flow Mufflers 😮

[jacebrooklyn]

i just drove it and i liked, not loved it. I also test drove the Fiesta and Focus ST and LOVED those! I'm getting me a Ford.

[rhysdavey]

I love the front but I prefer the center console and rear of the previous years.

[unseensolar]

No more panoramic sunroof anymore and no fog lights.. oh well maybe in a year or 2 they will start adding it back in..but over all it looks like a very fun car to drive

[Strontius]

Does this car perform well with the 2.0L engine too or do you guys think it's definitely worth it to go for the 1.6 Turbo despite the extra money?

[PrymeTyme]

I bought my 19 Veloster Turbo R-spec new and I'm having problems, I can't shift into gear after the car sits overnight but if I let it run for about 15-20 minutes it goes into gear and changes gears just fine. This is the second time this has happened and I'm thinking about trading it in for something else.

[MetalsForBrunch]

how does the clutch pedal feel? do the pedals feel cheap or bend like the like ford focus st? How does this hyundai shifter compare to mazdas or honda stick shift in your experience?

[phillipyau]

Hey what's happening I've purchased a 2020 Hyundai veloster turbo r spec 😊

[rexiemus]

As a prior Veloster owner, please tell me they fixed the issue of using an iPhone with this car? Dealership tried to get me to buy a special $40 cord so I could charge my phone and play it via USB.

[TVinmyEye]

As to why Hyundai didnt put the stock exhaust found on the Elantra GT sport and Elantra Sport sedan on the New veloster is beyond me. Isn’t this supposed to be the “sportier” of the 3? The stock exhaust on the Veloster is just disappointing.

[abracing]

So for you what do you figure is all around better than the fiesta ST?