Hyundai has unveiled at this year's Detroit auto show the new Hyundai Veloster coupe which will be sold as a 2012 model. The Hyundai Veloster will be powered by a 1.6-liter engine GDI Gamma engine developing 138 hp at 6,300 rpm and 123 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,850 rpm. The engine of the new Hyundai Veloster comes with Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT), Roller Timing Chain, Electronic Throttle Control and an innovative anti-friction coatings.
The engine of the Hyundai Veloster is coupled with a proprietary 6-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT). The new dual-clutch gearbox of the Hyundai Veloster is light weight, and offers high-efficiency operation for improved fuel economy with an optimal response and shift control. Or at least that's what the manufacturer says.
The equipment list of the new Hyundai Veloster includes a standard multi-function seven-inch touch-screen display, a Blue Link telematics platform which includes the Assurance, Essentials and Guidance systems.
The Hyundai Veloster price list will be announced at a later date. Watch the first Hyundai Veloster video after the jump.
Hyundai Veloster video:
