Compare the2019 Chevrolet CamaroVS 2019 Hyundai Veloster

Both the Camaro and the Veloster have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available collision warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rear parking sensors and rear cross-path warning.

The Chevrolet Camaro weighs 506 to 1447 pounds more than the Hyundai Veloster. The NHTSA advises that heavier cars are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts. Crosswinds also affect lighter cars more.

Chevrolet pays for the first scheduled maintenance on the Camaro. Chevrolet will pay for the first oil change, lubrication and any other required maintenance in the first year. Hyundai doesn’t pay scheduled maintenance for the Veloster.

There are almost 4 times as many Chevrolet dealers as there are Hyundai dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Camaro’s warranty.

The Camaro has more powerful engines than the Veloster:

An engine control system that can shut down half of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Camaro V6/V8 Auto’s fuel efficiency. The Veloster doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The Camaro has 5.8 gallons more fuel capacity than the Veloster (19 vs. 13.2 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Camaro has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Veloster doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

A 10-speed automatic is available on the Chevrolet Camaro, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the Veloster.

The Camaro’s optional launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM’s precisely in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction. The Veloster doesn’t offer launch control.

For better stopping power the Camaro’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Veloster:

The Camaro SS’ standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs on the Veloster are solid, not vented.

For better traction, the Camaro has larger standard tires than the Veloster (245/50R18 vs. 215/45R17). The Camaro ZL1 1LE Coupe’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Veloster (F:305/30R19 & R:325/30R19 vs. 235/35R19).

The Camaro SS 1LE/ZL1’s tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Veloster N’s optional 35 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Camaro has standard 18-inch wheels. Smaller 17-inch wheels are standard on the Veloster 2.0. The Camaro’s optional 20-inch wheels are larger than the 19-inch wheels optional on the Veloster N.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the Camaro can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The Veloster doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Camaro’s wheelbase is 6.4 inches longer than on the Veloster (110.7 inches vs. 104.3 inches).

The Camaro Coupe has 3.1 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Veloster (93 vs. 89.9).

The Camaro Coupe has .4 inches more front headroom, 1.3 inches more front legroom and .4 inches more front hip room than the Veloster.

The engine in the Camaro is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways, as in the Veloster. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because the accessory belts are in front.

When two different drivers share the Camaro, the optional memory seats and mirrors make it convenient for both. Each setting activates different, customized memories for the driver’s seat position and outside mirror angle. The Veloster doesn’t offer a memory system.

The Camaro’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge – which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The Veloster does not have an oil pressure gauge.

The Camaro’s front power windows open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car. The Veloster’s passenger windows don’t open or close automatically.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the Camaro keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in summer. The Veloster doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the Camaro’s optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The Veloster doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

The Chevrolet Camaro comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Hyundai Veloster isn’t available as a convertible.

Insurance will cost less for the Camaro owner. The Car Book by Jack Gillis rates the Camaro with a number “1” insurance rate while the Veloster is rated higher at a number “3” rate.

According to The Car Book by Jack Gillis, the Camaro is less expensive to operate than the Veloster because typical repairs cost less on the Camaro than the Veloster, including $16 less for a starter, $7 less for front struts and $60 less for a power steering pump.

The Camaro was chosen as one of Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” for 3 of the last 3 years. The Veloster has never been a Car and Driver “Top Ten” pick.

Motor Trend selected the Camaro as their 2016 Car of the Year. The Veloster has never been chosen.

The Camaro was chosen as one of Automobile Magazine’s “All Stars” in 2013. The Veloster has never been an “All Star.”

The Camaro was selected by Automobile Magazine as their 2010 Car of the Year. The Veloster has never been chosen.

The Chevrolet Camaro outsold the Hyundai Veloster by over five to one during 2017.