Hyundai Veloster N or VW Golf GTI Mk7? They're rivals, so owners often weigh one against the other. Here's how far each one goes, using the makers' and tuners' own figures from our two guides.
At a glance
| Hyundai Veloster N | VW Golf GTI Mk7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2019–2022 (US) | 2015–2021 |
| Engine | 2.0 T-GDi turbo four | 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen 3 |
| Stock power | 250 hp / 275 hp, 260 lb-ft (US) | 210 hp / 258 lb-ft (US) |
Power by stage
| Hyundai Veloster N | VW Golf GTI Mk7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Stock | 250–275 hp | 210 hp |
| Stage 1 | 265–275 whp | 290–337 hp |
| Stage 2 | 280–300 whp | 334–351 hp |
| Stage 3 | 350–400 whp | ~380–400 hp |
| Stage 4 | 450–490 whp | 500+ hp |
Careful: one car's figures are at the wheels (whp) and the other's at the engine (hp), so they aren't directly comparable. Convert with the crank to wheel calculator.
Typical parts cost
| Hyundai Veloster N | VW Golf GTI Mk7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | calibration CAD 699.99–899.99 on your computer or CAD 1,499.99–1,999.99 on a spare (N75); JB4 $599–$799; plug-in modules $485.10–$697 (aFe, RaceChip) or €799 (DTE). | software $500–$560 (IE, APR); APR's cable for flashing at home $130 more. Unitronic sells through dealers only. |
| Stage 2 | downpipe $787.50 with a 100-cell catalyst (XForce) or CAD 760 catless (N75); intake $418.95 (aFe); turbo inlet $156.45–$245.61 (aFe, Forge); intercooler $799 (Wagner) or £613.48 (Airtec); fuel pump $385 (LF, via LAP3). | the same APR file ($560); downpipe $850–$880; intake $521 (034) or £316 (APR); intercooler $540–$1,200 (CTS, Mishimoto) or £899 (Wagner). |
| Stage 3 | Elantra N turbo swap $1,500 (LAP3) or CAD 2,399.99 (N75); N75 HT350 CAD 2,499.99; SSP DCT clutch kit $1,599. | — |
List prices from the guides, before shipping, import tax and fitting. "—" means that guide has no cost line for the stage.
Where each one ends up
At Stage 4 the Hyundai Veloster N reaches 450–490 whp and the VW Golf GTI Mk7 500+ hp.