Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014--2012-2006-2018-2007 | 2014--2012-2006-2018-2007 | 2014--2012-2006-2018-2007 |
Model | Veloster | Veloster | Veloster | Rio | Rio | Rio |
Trim | Base | Turbo R-Spec | Turbo | LX | EX | SX |
Engines | ||||||
Transmissions | ||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||
Tires | ||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||
Accessories | ||||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | ||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||
Homelink. | ||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | ||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | ||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||
Second-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions. | ||||||
Climate Control | ||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||||||
Exterior | ||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | ||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | ||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Infotainment | ||||||
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output. | ||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | ||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot. | ||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | ||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||||
Transmission | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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