Hyundai Motors Company produced its new “Veloster Turbo” awaited eagerly in the region during the Dubai International Motor Show 2013 that was between 5 and 9 November. The sport version of the famous “Veloster” which has wide popularity is provided with it’s powerful engine and the most streamlined design, all this makes it a distinct addition to the group of “Hyundai” cars when it starts selling in the Gulf region in March 2014 and the Levant region starting from December 2013.
Following the great success of the “Veloster”, there were high levels of demand for the “Veloster Turbo” style to be raised in the region. It is fitted with the most powerful engine which is 1.6 Turbo GDI that generates maximum power of 204 hp and 265 Newton – meters of torque. The “Veloster turbo” can accelerate to 100 kilometers per hour in 8.4 seconds which is less than 1.4 seconds from the standard style and it reaches a top speed of 214 kilometers per hour. It is equipped with a manual transmission, a six-speed gear or automatic transmission with six-speed gear.
The modifications in the exterior design includes front customized grille and with larger size characterized by black color which suggests strength and awe and wider side sills and the rear bumper has been re- designed with holes for the antenna. A pair of circular exhaust pipes contributes in strengthening the external sport shape of the car. In addition to the sporty and more streamlined styling, “Veloster Turbo” is equipped with 17 -inch aluminum wheels with the option to install 18 –inch aluminum wheels. There is an internal color added to enhance the special touches to this distinctive hatchback car. The steering wheel comes in three different styles in terms of design with the option of adding the leather. To increase the sport spirit, the car was supplied with modern fuel and brakes pedals.
Tom Lee, Vice President and Director of the Regional Office for the Hyundai Middle East Company said: “We have noticed a growing and fast interest in the Middle East for the “Veloster Turbo” over the past year. With this level of high demand and because “Veloster” has a great popularity in the region, Hyundai decided to response to this and delighted to announce that “Veloster Turbo” is on the way to here.
The innovative design of 1 +2 doors for the “Veloster” contributed to make it different and unique from any other hatchback car in its class. The turbo version adds more magnificence to the unique design and it is expected to receive a high popularity among young customers in the Middle East.
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