Hyundai Veloster 0–60 Times
The Hyundai Veloster 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 28 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested production Hyundai Veloster is the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N Hatchback, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.80 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.40 seconds at 105.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Hyundai Veloster is the 2012 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback, which took 9.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.00 seconds at 83.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Across the 28 verified production tests of the Hyundai Veloster, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.79 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.16 seconds at 93.60 mph.
Fastest 0–60 4.80sec 2021 N Hatchback · stock
Average 0–60 6.79sec Across 28 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.16sec @ 93.6 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.10sec 2012 Hatchback
Across 28 verified production runs, the Hyundai Veloster ranges from 4.80 to 9.10 seconds 0–60, with a 6.79-second average.
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Hyundai Veloster Performance Overview
Hyundai’s Veloster ran from 2012 to 2022 as a compact hatchback with an increasingly performance-focused profile, documented across 28 verified tests. The FS generation (2012–2017) began with naturally aspirated G4FD-powered cars at the slower end of the range, including a 2012 Hatchback at 9.1 seconds to 60 mph and another 2012 Hatchback at 8.5 seconds. Turbocharged models quickly reset the pace, with the 2013 Turbo Hatchback reaching 60 mph in 6.8 seconds, followed by the 2016 Rally Edition Hatchback at 6.7 seconds. Across FS, output ranged from 138 to 201 hp, and all tested versions used gasoline powertrains.
The JS generation (2019–2022) moved the model into a quicker class with revised naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines, including the Gamma II 1.6T and G4KH, and a broader 147-to-275-hp spread. Early JS benchmarks included the 2019 N Hatchback (Performance Pack) at 5.2 seconds to 60 mph, while the range peak arrived with the 2021 N Hatchback’s 4.8-second run and a 13.4-second quarter-mile at 105 mph. By the end of production, the Veloster stood as a gasoline-only hatchback whose best JS trims cut nearly two full seconds from the earliest cars’ acceleration times.
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Hyundai Veloster 0–60 Times by Generation: FS to JS
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JS | 2019–2022 | 5.95s | 4.80s — 2021 N Hatchback | 15 | The JS generation (2019–2022) averaged 5.95 seconds to 60 mph across 15 production tests, led by the 2021 N Hatchback at 4.80 seconds. Output ranged from 147 to 275 hp across 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L Turbo I-4, 20L I-4 configurations. |
| FS | 2012–2017 | 7.76s | 6.70s — 2016 Rally Edition Hatchback | 13 | The FS generation (2012–2017) averaged 7.76 seconds to 60 mph across 13 production tests, led by the 2016 Rally Edition Hatchback at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 138 to 201 hp across 1.6L I-4, 1.6L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
JS 2019–2022
Avg 0–60 5.95s
Fastest 4.80s
Tests 15
2021 N Hatchback
The JS generation (2019–2022) averaged 5.95 seconds to 60 mph across 15 production tests, led by the 2021 N Hatchback at 4.80 seconds. Output ranged from 147 to 275 hp across 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L Turbo I-4, 20L I-4 configurations.
FS 2012–2017
Avg 0–60 7.76s
Fastest 6.70s
Tests 13
2016 Rally Edition Hatchback
The FS generation (2012–2017) averaged 7.76 seconds to 60 mph across 13 production tests, led by the 2016 Rally Edition Hatchback at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 138 to 201 hp across 1.6L I-4, 1.6L Turbo I-4 configurations.
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Hyundai Veloster 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
28 production tests · 7 years ▾
2022 Hyundai Veloster
1 production run Avg 0–60 5.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.80 sec
Production Tests 1
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2022 Hyundai Veloster N Hatchback
5.20sec 0–60
13.80s ¼ mi @ 104.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 104.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 275 hp
- Torque
- 260 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,106 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 22 C / 28 H / 20 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 28 production runs
How we verify Hyundai Veloster performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Hyundai Veloster trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Hyundai Veloster 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Hyundai Veloster performance FAQs
11 questions The 2022 Hyundai Veloster N Hatchback runs 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds. In the same test, it covered the quarter-mile in 13.8 seconds at 104 mph. That 2022 model was rated at 275 hp and 260 lb-ft, with a turbocharged G4KH engine, front-wheel drive, and a 3,106-pound curb weight.
The fastest Hyundai Veloster on record is the 2021 Veloster N Hatchback, with a 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds. It also holds the quickest quarter-mile result for the model at 13.4 seconds at 105 mph. Across all 28 verified Veloster tests, that remains the quickest acceleration result.
The fastest stock Hyundai Veloster is the 2021 Veloster N Hatchback at 4.8 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are no modified runs in the Veloster results, so the quickest overall test and the quickest stock test are the same car. Its best quarter-mile pass is also the model record at 13.4 seconds at 105 mph.
Across 28 Hyundai Veloster tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 6.79 seconds. The average quarter-mile result is 15.16 seconds at 93.6 mph. The quickest Veloster reaches 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, while the slowest recorded run is 9.1 seconds from the 2012 Hatchback.
The second-generation JS Hyundai Veloster, sold from 2019 to 2022, averages 0-60 mph in 5.95 seconds across 15 tests. The fastest JS car is the 2021 Veloster N Hatchback at 4.8 seconds. JS models span 147-275 hp and include both naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline versions.
The fastest JS-generation Hyundai Veloster is the 2021 N Hatchback, with a 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds. That makes it not only the quickest second-generation car, but also the quickest Veloster overall. The JS generation covers model years 2019 through 2022 and includes 15 recorded tests.
The first-generation FS Hyundai Veloster, built from 2012 to 2017, averages 0-60 mph in 7.76 seconds across 13 tests. The quickest FS example is the 2016 Rally Edition Hatchback at 6.7 seconds. FS models range from 138-201 hp and were offered with naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines.
The fastest first-generation Hyundai Veloster is the 2016 Rally Edition Hatchback, which reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. That is the best result recorded for the FS generation. For context, the FS generation's average 0-60 time is 7.76 seconds across 13 tests, so the Rally Edition sits well ahead of the generation average.
The Veloster N is clearly quicker than the Veloster Turbo in recorded testing. Veloster N Hatchback runs average 5.03 seconds to 60 mph, with a best of 4.8 seconds. Veloster Turbo Hatchback runs average 7.19 seconds, with a best of 6.8 seconds. On average, the N trims are more than 2 seconds quicker to 60 mph.
The Veloster Turbo Ultimate Hatchback is slightly quicker at its best, with a 0-60 mph time of 6.0 seconds. The Veloster Turbo R-Spec Hatchback has a best recorded 0-60 of 6.2 seconds. On average, though, the R-Spec is a bit quicker overall: 6.35 seconds versus 6.6 seconds for the Turbo Ultimate.
The quickest Hyundai Veloster quarter-mile time on record is 13.4 seconds at 105 mph from the 2021 N Hatchback. Across all 28 Veloster tests, the average quarter-mile result is 15.16 seconds at 93.6 mph. For the current model year listed here, the 2022 Veloster N runs 13.8 seconds at 104 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Hyundai Veloster can do, not a single marketing claim.
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