2020 Hyundai Veloster vs 2020 Subaru WRX

2020 Hyundai Veloster

2020 Subaru WRX

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2.0 Automatic

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Veloster 2.0 Automatic	27	34	$19,125	$19,800
Veloster 2.0 Manual	25	33	$18,180	$18,800
Veloster 2.0 Premium Automatic	27	34	$22,034	$23,000
Veloster Turbo DCT	28	34	$24,397	$25,650
Veloster Turbo R-Spec Manual	26	33	$22,246	$23,350
Veloster Turbo Ultimate DCT	28	34	$26,921	$28,350

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Limited CVT

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
WRX Limited CVT	18	24	$31,916	$33,995
WRX Limited Manual	21	27	$30,170	$32,095
WRX Manual	21	27	$25,925	$27,495
WRX Premium CVT	18	24	$29,794	$31,695
WRX Premium Manual	21	27	$28,048	$29,795
WRX Premium Series.White Manual	21	27	$28,048	$29,795
WRX STI Limited Manual w/Lip Spoiler	16	22	$39,331	$41,695
WRX STI Limited Manual w/Wing Spoiler	16	22	$39,331	$41,695
WRX STI Manual	16	22	$34,960	$36,995
WRX STI Series.White Manual	16	22	$34,960	$36,995

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$19,125

$31,916

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$19,800

$33,995

Monthly Payment Estimate

$330 / month

$567 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

6.5

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6.3

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has a polished feel, matched with strong engine options and a dash of practicality.

The 2020 Subaru WRX and WRX STI are willing companions that prioritize accessible performance over edgy good looks and high-tech cabins.

TCC Likes

Sharp styling
High-buck feel
Relatively practical

Traction for days
Good power
Great steering

TCC Dislikes

Dull on-center steering
Ride may be too stiff for some
Dual-clutch automatic’s occasional fumbles

Pretty it is not
Hatchback would be better
Interior is dated

Fuel Economy

City

27 mpg

18 mpg

Highway

34 mpg

24 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Compact Cars

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Volume (ft³)

89.9

93.1

Second Hip Room (in)

46.5

53.1

Front Shoulder Room (in)

55.6

Second Head Room (in)

35.9

37.1

Passenger Capacity

Second Shoulder Room (in)

54.3

54.2

Front Leg Room (in)

42.6

43.3

Front Hip Room (in)

54.1

52.1

Second Leg Room (in)

34.1

35.4

Front Head Room (in)

38.1

37.2

Exterior Dimensions

Track Width, Front (in)

60.2

Min Ground Clearance (in)

5.6

4.9

Length, Overall (in)

166.9

180.9

Height, Overall (in)

55.1

58.1

Track Width, Rear (in)

61.5

60.6

Wheelbase (in)

104.3

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

70.9

70.7

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³)

44.5

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³)

19.9

Trunk Volume (ft³)

Brakes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.4

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

10.3

11.3

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

13.2

15.9

Steering

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

34.8

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Tires

Front Tire Size

P215/45VR17

P245/40WR18

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Front Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Size

P215/45VR17

P245/40WR18

Rear Tire Order Code

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

2855

3371

Wheels

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Compact

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

17 X 7

18 X 8.5

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

17 X 7

18 X 8.5

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

120

Engine

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

132 @ 4500

258 @ 2000

Engine Order Code

Displacement

2.0 L/122

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

147 @ 6200

268 @ 5600

Engine Type

Regular Unleaded I-4

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded H-4

Fuel System

Sequential MPI

Gasoline Direct Injection

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Transmission

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.40

3.50 - 1.03

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.44

3.90

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.83

Trans Type

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

All Wheel

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

Trans Description Cont. Again

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.44

2.35

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.73

Trans Order Code

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.39

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

CVT w/OD

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.77

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.72

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.86

Summary

Vehicle Name

Hyundai Veloster

Subaru WRX

Body Style

Hatchback

Sedan

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Strut

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-Link

Double Wishbone

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)