Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai ix35
Power
135HP
Torque
167Nm
Consumption
6.8l/100
Emissions
158g/km
0-100 km/h
11.1s
Top Speed
178km/h
Weight
1380kg
Price
19,947€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
465 L
58 L
99 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai ix35 1.6 GDi 4X2 Classic · 135 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The Hyundai ix35 burst onto the market as a statement of intent, an SUV that not only wanted to be practical but also desired. At a time when the segment was gaining unstoppable momentum, this model represented a quantum leap for Hyundai, offering a vehicle that connected emotionally through a bold design and a promise of versatility for modern life.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the ix35 with its 1.6 GDi 135 hp engine conveys a sense of honesty and adequacy. It doesn't seek thrills, but the smoothness and progressive response of a reliable naturally aspirated engine, ideal for daily use and family trips. Its six-speed manual transmission invites you to participate in the driving, while the suspension, which combines a McPherson strut front and an advanced deformable parallelogram rear, achieves an admirable balance between on-road comfort and confidence-inspiring stability. It's a car that makes you feel safe and relaxed, a faithful travel companion rather than an athlete.
Design and aesthetics
The 'Fluidic Sculpture' design of the ix35 was a true revolution. Its fluid and muscular lines, imposing hexagonal grille, and swept-back headlights gave it a unique and dynamic personality that distinguished it from its more sober rivals. Inside, space is the protagonist. Although the materials are functional, the cabin feels spacious, well-organized, and welcoming, with a generous 465-liter trunk that speaks to its clear family vocation. It was a design that proved a practical SUV could also be exciting to look at.
Technology and features
Technologically, the ix35 focused on the essential and effective. Its heart, the Gasoline Direct Injection (GDi) engine, was a commitment to efficiency and refined performance in a pre-turbo era. The speed-sensitive electric power steering added extra comfort in both the city and on the highway. While the equipment of this Classic version was simple, it met the connectivity and entertainment needs of the time without complications, focusing on an intuitive and distraction-free user experience.
Competition
The Hyundai ix35 faced established giants and strong contenders. Its most direct rival and the king of the segment was, without a doubt, the Nissan Qashqai. It also competed fiercely with its platform sibling, the Kia Sportage, with which it shared much more than the market. Other significant contenders were the Ford Kuga, with its dynamic focus, the sober and efficient Volkswagen Tiguan, and the ever-reliable Toyota RAV4. Against them, the ix35 played the card of a more passionate design and an excellent relationship between space, equipment, and price.
Conclusion
The Hyundai ix35 was not just a car; it was the vehicle that consolidated Hyundai as a manufacturer capable of creating global, attractive, and quality products. It is an SUV that evokes both an intelligent and a passionate purchase. Its legacy is that of a balanced car that offered thousands of families a captivating design, great practicality, and reliable mechanics for all kinds of adventures. Driving it today is to remember an era of optimism and change, encapsulated in a body that still looks surprisingly current.