The Hyundai Veloster

In the not-so-distant past,one might be ridiculed for purchasing a Hyundai.Well,with that said, the era of cheap and quiet pathetic looking Hyundais have left us,leaving only a new breed of simply stunning looking models,one in particular that i have had my eye on since it's launch is the Hyundai Veloster.


According to Hyundai's press release, the "Veloster's unique design takes inspiration from a high-performance sport bike. Veloster has distinctive black A-pillars that give the glass a motorcycle helmet visor appearance.Mimicking the outside design theme, Hyundai says the dash and controls were all crafted to appear as they might on a sport bike. Even the floor console, Hyundai claims, is built to resemble the seat on a motorcycle.

It features a MINI Cooper Clubman-like passenger-side rear door, but this third door opens conventionally. This facilitates access to the rear seats and makes the car more practical when you decide to bring a couple of buddies along for the ride. The front doors are of unequal length; the one on the passenger side is narrower to make room for the rear door.

The Velostar features a 1.6 litre engine naturally aspirated capable of 138bhp. The low-power engine means you can get something as distinctive as a Scirocco or Megane RS for less cash and lower running costs.Transmission choices will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters.

Veloster spotted in Malaysia(image by neurra.blogspot.com)
Hyundai Malaysia has been tight lipped as to whether the Veloster will be launched here,but to the joy of many Malaysian,local bloggers have obtained pictures of the Veloster being tested in Malaysia.