Veloster Turbo

UNKNOWN_370 · 07-09-2012, 02:08 AM

Oh yeah... the Veloster makes for a great second car DD or if you're willing to mod a FWD's suspension? Go for it. Turbos make for cheap and fast power mods as well. But I couldn't give up the Z.

FL 4Motion · 07-09-2012, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by LakeShow

Better cars like the GTI and the MS3. Also possibly a WRX or even BRZ.

/\ exactly how i feel.

370Z Purist · 07-09-2012, 02:33 AM

If you really enjoy torque steer, buy an MS3 or Veloster turbo. If you want a DD, get something that a. isn't as ugly (holy crap is the veloster ugly as hell, don't even get started on the new genesis coupe), and b. has untested reliability.

If you really want a DD, honda civics are still selling for a reason.

Lug · 07-09-2012, 09:26 AM

Also Look at the Focus ST coming out in September. Under 25K base, 252 hp, 270 ft/lb torque and reviews are raving about the handling.

owi1kenobi · 07-09-2012, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Z_ealot

20mpg where? real world driving cruise control set at 65 i've been able to get around 32mpg on the Z so it's not bad on gas, but if you're going for something thats easier on gas it wouldnt be a bad choice and they arent that bad looking seen in person. I just hope they do some last minute changes to the suspension before it comes out is all, but then again there's always aftermarket for that.

are you on cracked or something there is no way a Z can get 32mpg unless your wife is pushing your can on your way to work

UNKNOWN_370 · 07-09-2012, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Z Purist

If you really enjoy torque steer, buy an MS3 or Veloster turbo. If you want a DD, get something that a. isn't as ugly (holy crap is the veloster ugly as hell, don't even get started on the new genesis coupe), and b. has untested reliability.

If you really want a DD, honda civics are still selling for a reason.

What you missed is that the Veloster can get 38mpg's vs an MS3 that gets 25mpg highway and 17 city or a VW that gets 21/28mpg.
Looks are subjective. I have been in the veloster, it has a high quality interior, high quality paint, tons of standard features. And I find the car to actually be very unique in a sea of dull compact commuters. I think its a more attractive car than a gencoupe. The veloster isn't ready to compete against established names on a performance level, but has surpassed them in a price/quality level instantaneously. 29/38 34combined is great for a 201hp sub 7 second to 60 car that costs less than 24k.

this car is less than the MS3 and GTI. But I would say its greater than a civic and corolla if I'm looking for fun on the cheap. Good job hyundai.

UNKNOWN_370 · 07-09-2012, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by owi1kenobi

are you on cracked or something there is no way a Z can get 32mpg unless your wife is pushing your can on your way to work

Lol.

Don't hate because he bought the Z hybrid.

shadoquad · 07-09-2012, 01:20 PM

From what I have heard recently, the Veloster handles like poo.

I'll have to test drive it to know for sure. That would probably break me of wanting one if true.

cossie1600 · 07-09-2012, 03:08 PM

my z is has 450hp and gets 45mpg....

UNKNOWN_370 · 07-09-2012, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600

my z is has 450hp and gets 45mpg....

So what's your secret to such high mpg's"

shadoquad · 07-09-2012, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

So what's your secret to such high mpg's"

unicorn blood.

cossie1600 · 07-09-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

So what's your secret to such high mpg's"

because some guy on the internet said so.....

Vichtz · 07-09-2012, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

So what's your secret to such high mpg's"

Gotta have stickers to get god mpg's... tuner 101

mjd77 · 07-09-2012, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Lug

Also Look at the Focus ST coming out in September. Under 25K base, 252 hp, 270 ft/lb torque and reviews are raving about the handling.

If you really want a car like that, I'll agree...wait for the Focus ST. Very few complaints from the reviews I've read so far...and it looks a lot better, IMO.

SmallermouseZ · 07-09-2012, 10:09 PM

no way.. Hyundai?

07-09-2012, 02:33 AM	#18 (permalink)
370Z Purist A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Zion, Illinois Posts: 1,873 Drives: '09 370Z-T BS M6 Rep Power: 19	If you really enjoy torque steer, buy an MS3 or Veloster turbo. If you want a DD, get something that a. isn't as ugly (holy crap is the veloster ugly as hell, don't even get started on the new genesis coupe), and b. has untested reliability. If you really want a DD, honda civics are still selling for a reason. __________________ -Phil "Since one of my brake light bulbs just went out, the forum told me that my piston rings are about to blow."

07-09-2012, 09:26 AM	#19 (permalink)
Lug A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,926 Drives: 2006 350Z Rep Power: 20	Also Look at the Focus ST coming out in September. Under 25K base, 252 hp, 270 ft/lb torque and reviews are raving about the handling. __________________ keep Chubbs in your pocket - Chubbs

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07-09-2012, 02:08 AM	#16 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14858	Oh yeah... the Veloster makes for a great second car DD or if you're willing to mod a FWD's suspension? Go for it. Turbos make for cheap and fast power mods as well. But I couldn't give up the Z.

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shadoquad A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 42,608 Drives: . Rep Power: 3886	From what I have heard recently, the Veloster handles like poo. I'll have to test drive it to know for sure. That would probably break me of wanting one if true.

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SmallermouseZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 368 Drives: 2012pw 6mt sport/nav Rep Power: 14	no way.. Hyundai?