Hyundai Unveils Hyundai Veloster Sporty Coupe Concept at Los Angeles International Auto Show

Los Angeles, Calif., 11/14/2007 -- Today at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, Hyundai unveiled the Hyundai Veloster Sporty Coupe Concept for the first time in North America. Styled at Hyundai’s Design and Technical Center at Namyang, Korea the Hyundai Veloster coupe is the third in a series of daring concept cars to be developed by the company’s central styling studio.

Hyundai Veloster Sporty Coupe Concept

The Veloster name, a compound of velocity and roadster, evokes the sporty characteristics of a classic 2+2. A panoramic glass roof and other futuristic styling cues help project a high-tech image.

Hyundai’s goal was to design a radically new car for Gen-Y, catering to the tastes of the first-time, 20-something buyer. This sporty coupe combines simple, iconic design with good value and robust construction – an ideal combination for today’s young consumers.

Hyundai Veloster Specs:

Length:
161.4 inches

Width:
70.5 inches

Height:
57.1 inches

Wheelbase:
102.4 inches

Tires:
245/35 R 20

Powertrain:
FWD 2.0-liter DOHC Theta inline 4-cylinder
5-speed automatic

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif. is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced by more than 750 Hyundai dealerships nationwide.

More images available in the Hyundai Veloster Sporty Coupe Concept Photo Gallery:

Source: Hyundai Motor America

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