Hyundai Veloster FS
An asymmetric three-door hatchback blending coupé styling with practical access.
- Power
- 138 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.5 s
- Top speed
- 125 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$10k
About the Hyundai Veloster FS
The first-generation Hyundai Veloster, codenamed FS, debuted as a unique alternative to traditional hatchbacks, featuring a distinctive 2+1 door configuration with one door on the driver's side and two on the passenger side. The 1.6 GDi trim utilises a naturally aspirated Gamma engine with Gasoline Direct Injection, prioritising efficiency over outright performance. While its striking, low-slung aesthetic suggested a sports car, the driving experience was tuned more for urban commuting, featuring a torsion beam rear suspension and light steering. It remains a notable design experiment from Hyundai's period of rapid brand transformation.
Hyundai Veloster FS specs
The Hyundai Veloster FS produces 138 bhp (103 kW) and 167 Nm (123 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.5 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Veloster |
| Generation | FS |
| Trim | 1.6 GDi |
| Years | 2011–2018 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | South Korea |
| Original price | About $17,000 when new |
| Engine | 1.6-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,591 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 138 bhp (103 kW) at 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 167 Nm (123 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,750 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,260 kg (2,778 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 110 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Hyundai Veloster FS worth?
A typical Hyundai Veloster FS is estimated to be worth $5,000 – $10,000 (about £3,700 – £7,500).
Its original price when new was about $17,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Hyundai Veloster FS rarity in CarSpot
The Hyundai Veloster FS is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Hyundai Veloster FS fun facts
- The asymmetric door layout was designed to allow rear passengers to exit safely onto the kerb rather than into traffic.
- Despite its sporty appearance, the Veloster was built on a modified version of the contemporary Hyundai i30 and Kia Cee'd platform.
- The 1.6 GDi engine was one of the first Hyundai units to feature Gasoline Direct Injection technology for improved fuel economy.
