As much as we love the 2012 Hyundai Veloster, its the 2013 Turbo model that really gets our juices flowing (especially in matte gray, for the record). It takes that unique three-door (four-door?) configuration one step further with the addition of some more aggressive aero bits, a revised front end and new wheels; not to mention a potent 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-four underhood, good for 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque.

The Veloster Turbo goes on sale this summer, and while official pricing hasnt been released, the folks at Inside Line have apparently confirmed that the car will start at $21,500 – $22,280 when you factor in the $760 destination charge. Thats $4,205 more than a base Veloster, but in addition to more power, we expect that some of the base cars optional features will be fitted as standard kit on the Turbo.

Whats really interesting, however, is Inside Lines report that the Turbo model was never even part of the original Veloster product strategy here in the United States. No big deal, because were still getting the forced-induction hatch regardless. But the real reason why this is important is it explains why the Turbo is being offered with a six-speed automatic (in addition to a six-speed manual) rather than the dual-clutch unit found in the base car. Guess that in-house dual-clutch unit cant handle the full 195 lb-ft of the Turbo.

We expect Hyundai to release official Veloster Turbo pricing closer to the cars on-sale date this summer. And if this $21,500 base MSRP stands true, then the affordable end of Americas hot hatch pool just got a lot more interesting.

History to expand its customer base and to create a pool of future followers of “Toyotarisme” Toyota company decided in 2003 to offer our neighbors to the south a range of vehicles and exploded for a younger clientele . We also opted for a separate market. To keep intact the image and aura of Toyota, the manufacturer has decided to do the operation under a new brand called Scion, last year, is available in Canada. Lot of these new vehicles, the Scion tC 2012 is sporty small group.

Scion is more than just a range of vehicles. In the United States, Toyota has made a trendy brand, including through online communities and events, but also by offering a variety of equipment to customize vehicles. Recreate everything in Canada is not an easy task, since the manufacturer must build this here brand new A to Z and commercial support. Must admit that after a year in Canada, sales figures Scion models have nothing brilliant. However, a vehicle like the little Scion tC 2012 is far from being devoid of attractions.

All the same style Scion tC 2012

Firstly, by its configuration, the Scion tC 2012 is interesting, since there is virtually no affordable sports coupe on the market. The Scion tC 2012 therefore allows fans of the genre to reconnect with the pleasures of this type of vehicle. The Scion tC 2012 is also very pretty with its sporty and somewhat unusual compared to what is on our roads. It stands out from the lot, mostly because of his choice of various colors, more fragmented than Mercedes-Benz, for example. Its aggressive fascia and sport wheels also add to the style. In short, the Scion tC 2012 offers a very successful design and not too risk becoming obsolete with time, something that often lurks coupes.

The engine ensures flexible and interesting couple gives the Scion tC 2012 good times. We appreciate the manual because it gives us the pleasure of being in control of the vehicle at all times and requires no clutch have thighs athlete. Less sporty, but still effective, automatic transmission is not rest, providing smooth shifting and without hesitation. The latter also maximizes fuel economy while making driving more enjoyable by city or congestion. Anyway here it is a matter of taste, since neither the one nor the other of these choices is bad.

Not a bomb…Scion tC 2012

With its developed torque still at high speed, four-cylinder engine transmits its power to the front wheels without proper torque effect. In driving further, the car remains predictable while sticking well to the road. However, do not expect to find yourself behind the wheel of a pure sport. The Scion tC 2012 has the style, but the whole attitude. We would also appreciate that the manufacturer offers us a more powerful or supercharged, sauce WRX, which would have allowed the manufacturer to have a different image among young people. Unfortunately it seems that it is not in the plans.

The Scion tC 2012 is not a bad car. It is not the most exciting sports coupe, but it is certainly the sportiest Scion. It offers a very pleasant driving, some much more than others … Toyota.

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