Hyundai ix35

Hyundai ix35

In Europe, Hyundai ix35 (also called ‘Hyundai Tucson ix’) replaced Hyundai Tucson name. The ix35 was unveiled in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.

The power output, fuel-efficiency, comfort and safety features have been all upgraded. Known by the project name LM, it took 36 months and 280 billion won (approx. US$225 million) to develop.

Design

The ix35′s styling was reported to be based on Hyundai ix-onic concept. The ix35 was penned by former BMW designer Thomas Buerkle at Hyundai’s Russelsheim design studio in Germany and continues the company’s move towards sharper panel creases and a more European design language, which it calls “fluidic sculpture”.

The compact sports utility vehicle has sweeping coupe-like lines, a premium vehicle feel and comes with features unavailable on its predecessor.

Engines

It comes with a 2-litre engine: either the all-new diesel R or gasoline Theta-II and is fitted with Hyundai’s all-new six-speed automatic transmission. The diesel engine meets the Euro-5 emissions standards and achieves 15.4 kilometers per liter fuel economy with maximum power output of 184 horsepower.

The gasoline engine has a fuel economy of 11.7 kilometers per liter with a 166 horsepower. In South Korea, The diesel engine is offered in both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel drive configurations, while gasoline engine is available only in front-wheel-drive.