Hyundai Veloster MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Hyundai Veloster model year from 2012 to 2022 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Veloster has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2017 (up to 31 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Hyundai Veloster fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 22–25 | 2.0L 4-cyl | $21,686 | 12 listings |
| 2021 | 22–30 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $19,472 | 15 listings |
| 2020 | 25–30 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $16,000 | 85 listings |
| 2019 | 25–30 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $12,499 | 88 listings |
| 2017 | 28–31 | 1.6L 4-cyl | $9,695 | 92 listings |
| 2016 | 28–31 | 1.6L 4-cyl | $8,631 | 176 listings |
| 2015 | 26–30 | 1.6L 4-cyl | $8,150 | 40 listings |
| 2014 | 26–30 | 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 27–31 | 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 30–31 | 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
2022 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2022 Veloster was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $21,686 on VehiSales (12 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Veloster N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2021 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2021 Veloster was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 30 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $19,472 on VehiSales (15 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Veloster N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Veloster N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2020 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2020 Veloster was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 30 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $16,000 on VehiSales (85 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Veloster N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
2019 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2019 Veloster was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 30 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $12,499 on VehiSales (88 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Veloster N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
2017 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2017 Veloster was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 31 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $9,695 on VehiSales (92 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
2016 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2016 Veloster was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 31 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $8,631 on VehiSales (176 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
2015 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2015 Veloster was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 30 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $8,150 on VehiSales (40 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2014 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2014 Veloster was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2013 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2013 Veloster was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 31 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 28 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 31 | 27 MPG |
2012 Hyundai Veloster: engines & MPG
The 2012 Veloster was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 30 to 31 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Veloster | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Hyundai Veloster get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Veloster ranges from 22 to 31 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2017 model year.
What engines does the 2022 Hyundai Veloster have?
The 2022 Veloster was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl — see the 2022 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Hyundai Veloster require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists premium and regular depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/hyundai/veloster.
Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.
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