Mediocore
Originally purchased this car because of good MPG's and I liked hatchbacks. Drive is sluggish if you own the base model. Acceleration from a stop feels like you have to floor it, but put it in sports mode and it gets rid of the problem. Body roll feels tight and it can hug corners, but the rear can feel vague as if you're towing a trailer. Overall I like this car because of the look and it was "different". Its a shame my engine needed to be replaced at 65,998 miles, and warranty doesn't cover it. If I were to get another veloster it would be the TURBO model.