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2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 26–31 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small car configurations, MY2017. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster at a glance
The 2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster covers 6 model years in the EPA database (22 configurations in all), rated 26–31 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2017, costs about $2,100 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD (31 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. The best combined rating in the generation, 31 MPG, was reached in 2012, 2013, 2016 and 2017.
2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Gas | 28–31 MPG | $2,100–$2,340 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 28–31 MPG | $2,120–$2,340 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 26–30 MPG | $2,170–$2,480 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 26–30 MPG | $2,150–$2,480 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 27–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,390 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 30–31 MPG | $2,100–$2,180 | First year |
What the 2017 Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$175
$2,100 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.50
Per 100 miles
$14.00
Five years
$10,500
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,010less a year
Class median $3,110 a year, MY2017
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Hyundai Veloster MPG
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,120 to $2,100, $20 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (AM6) (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,100 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,210 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM7) | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 32 | 29 | $2,280 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,340 |
2016 Hyundai Veloster MPG
28–31 MPG · $2,120–$2,340/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 30 to 31 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,170 to $2,120, $50 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (AM6) (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,120 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,210 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM6) | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 32 | 29 | $2,280 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,340 |
2015 Hyundai Veloster MPG
26–30 MPG · $2,170–$2,480/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 30 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,150 to $2,170, $20 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (AM6) (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,170 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,240 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,390 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,480 |
2014 Hyundai Veloster MPG
26–30 MPG · $2,150–$2,480/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration moves from 31 to 30 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,110 to $2,150, $40 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (AM6) (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,240 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,390 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,480 |
2013 Hyundai Veloster MPG
27–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,390/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,100 to $2,110, $10 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (AM6) (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 37 | 31 | $2,110 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,110 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,390 |
2012 Hyundai Veloster MPG
30–31 MPG · $2,100–$2,180/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,100 |
| Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (AM6) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,180 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD: $2,860 in California and $1,830 in Texas, a $1,030 difference.
- California $2,860
- Washington $2,650
- New York $2,100
- Florida $1,980
- Texas $1,830
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2017 small car models.
Generations
- 2012-2017 (FS)
- 2019-2022 (JS)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster get?
EPA rates the 2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster at 26–31 MPG combined across 22 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2017 Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 31 MPG (28 city, 35 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster?
The Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 31 MPG, in 2012, 2013, 2016 and 2017. The lowest top rating, 30 MPG, was in 2014 and 2015.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Hyundai Veloster per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,100 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,100–$2,340 a year. That is a $240 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2017 Hyundai Veloster 100 miles?
About $14.00 per 100 miles for the Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $14.00 and $15.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2017 Hyundai Veloster more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD is rated 28 city and 35 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2017 Hyundai Veloster compare with other small car configurations?
The Veloster 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,100 a year to fuel, $1,010 less than the class median of $3,110, and less than 9 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 395 rated small car configurations for MY2017, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2017 Hyundai Veloster different from the 2016 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,120 to $2,100, $20 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2017 against 4 configurations for 2016. See the 2016 Hyundai Veloster for that year.