Important note: The left-hand-drive European model was tested by Euro NCAP. Hyundai provided technical evidence to show that the results apply to the right-hand-drive Australasian model.
The Veloster scored 15.47 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. There was a slight risk of serious leg injury for the driver and front passenger.
The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test and a further two points in the pole test.
Safety Feature Summary
The safety feature information below is subject to change without notice. For up to date safety feature specifications for all variants, please see the safety feature table to the right or contact the manufacturer.
The tested model of the Veloster was introduced in Australia and New Zealand during 2012.
Dual front airbags, side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard equipment. Antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC) are also standard. Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats.
Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash.
ANCAP & UCSR Rating Explained
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Frontal Offset Crash Test Results
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Side Impact Crash Test Results
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Frontal Offset*
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15.47
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pts
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(out of
16)
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Head/Neck
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4
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pts
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Chest
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4
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pts
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Upper Legs
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4
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pts
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Lower Legs
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3.47
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pts
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Side Impact*
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16
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pts
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(out of
16)
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Head
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4
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pts
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Chest
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4
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pts
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Abdomen
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4
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pts
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Pelvis
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4
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pts
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* Body region scores out of 4 points each
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* Body region scores out of 4 points each
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The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The clutch pedal moved rearwards by 77mm. The brake pedal moved upwards 26mm. The steering wheel hub moved 19mm forward, 2mm upward and 3mm sideways. The front ("A") pillar moved 10mm forwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash the driver’s door could be opened with normal effort.
The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. There were no knee hazards. The passenger's head was cushioned by the airbag.
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The vehicle was eligible for a pole impact test, since it had head-protecting side airbags. The vehicle earned the maximum two points in this test.
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Pedestrian
Summary
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Protection provided by the bumper and front edge of the bonnet to the legs and pelvis of a struck pedestrian was good or marginal. In the area likely to be struck by the head of a child, the bonnet offered some good protection but also some areas of marginal and poor protection. Protection for the head of a struck adult was predominantly poor.
Pedestrian Rating Explained
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Base Model Safety Features
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