Hyundai ix35 road test
Hyundai’s new ix35 is the Korean firm’s first crossover and is aiming to take on the compact MPV and small SUV markets at the same time. It also hopes to snatch some sales from mainstream hatches, such as the Vauxhall Astra, so the ix35 has its work cut out.
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The 2.0-litre petrol engine provides the cheapest entry to the Hyundai ix35 range, with a starting price of £16,495. However, it’s telling that this is a stand-alone model and every other ix35 version comes with the fine diesel engine. Even in entry-point Style trim, however, the petrol ix35 comes with a vast array of standard equipment, including heated front and rear seats, air conditioning, active headrests to reduce whiplash injuries, six airbags, ESP traction and stability control, electric windows all-round, CD stereo with MP3 connector, rear parking sensors and 17in alloy wheels. Try matching that lot in the Hyundai’s competitors and you’ll spend a good deal more money. Opt for the Premium trim, which starts at £19,745 and you also get 18in alloy wheels, full-length panoramic sunroof, cruise control, keyless entry and ignitions, climate control, rain-sensing wipers and half-leather upholstery. Throw in Hyundai five-year warranty and breakdown cover and the ix35 is a very strong buying proposition. The petrol engine manages 37.7mpg and 177g/km of carbon dioxide emissions, which compare favourably with most rivals’, but the diesel engine again makes more sense thanks to 51.4mpg and 147g/km emissions for the front-wheel drive model. Even the four-wheel drive model impresses with 149g/km emissions and 49.6mpg combined economy. Hyundai also reckons the ix35 will enjoy residual values on a par with the class leaders from the compact SUV sector.
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