The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 23 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V3010002021-28-04

ENGINE

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 23 owners have filed complaints about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine7

02Unknown Or Other4

03Fuel/propulsion System1

04Structure1

05Power Train,forward Collision Avoidance1

23 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Veloster Fuel Economy

25–30mpg combined

22-28city

29-34hwy

$1,450-$2,300/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2020 Hyundai Veloster returns 25–30 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Veloster - Automatic (AM7)

30mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city34 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean

Veloster - Automatic (S6)

30mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city34 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean

Veloster - Manual 6-spd

29mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city33 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average

Veloster - Manual 6-spd

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average

Veloster N - Manual 6-spd

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city29 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2020 Hyundai Veloster

36States

35%in top 3

14% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 36 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

FLFlorida

4914%

TXTexas

3911%

CACalifornia

319%

DCWashington DC

185%

GAGeorgia

165%

NJNew Jersey

154%

MDMaryland

113%

NYNew York

113%

ILIllinois

103%

NCNorth Carolina

103%

AZArizona

93%

WAWashington

93%

OHOhio

82%

COColorado

82%

PAPennsylvania

82%

DEDelaware

72%

IDIdaho

62%

UTUtah

62%

OKOklahoma

62%

MOMissouri

62%

NV5

OR5

TN5

MI4

MA3

IN3

AL3

VA3

RI3

CT3

LA3

MN2

NE2

NH2

NM2

SC2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

2020 Hyundai Veloster Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2020 Hyundai Veloster a good car to buy?

The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?

Depending on configuration, the 2020 Hyundai Veloster delivers 25–30 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster, based on 23 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.