WINDHOEK – Hyundai has added a new turbodiesel derivative to the popular ix35 range.
The new model is a combination of the frugal Euro 5 emission standards engine with a well-positioned specification level that will make this addition to their SUV line-up a very lucrative offer.
The addition of the ix35 1.7 Premium with its 85 kW, 260 Nm turbocharged diesel engine, expands the range of this SUV model of Hyundai Automotive South Africa to seven derivatives. The power mill’s 1 685 cc capacity is slightly smaller than the 1 995 cc engine of its ix35 2.0 Elite turbodiesel partner in the range, but it generates more than enough power and torque, with lower emissions.
“We expect this derivative to appeal to an SUV buyer who is looking for the benefits of a frugal turbodiesel engine, but at a more affordable price and with a specification level that still offers the luxury driving experience that made the ix35 a top-seller for us,” says Stanley Anderson, marketing director of Hyundai Automotive SA.
The ix35 1.7 is manufactured at Hyundai’s Nosovice plant, in east of the Czech Republic. In the engine bay of the ix35 1.7 is a four-cylinder engine that delivers 85 kW peak power at 4 000 rpm, and a solid 260 Nm peak torque in a range between 1 250 and 2 750 rpm.
The engine conforms to Euro 5 emission standards that define the acceptable limits for exhaust emissions of new vehicles sold in member states of the European Union. In a combined test cycle it delivers fuel consumption of 6,5 litres per 100 km, and lower CO2 emissions of 139 g/km.
An improved six-speed gearbox with slightly different ratios than that of its two-litre turbodiesel partner delivers the power to the front wheels. Its top speed has been clocked at 173 km/h, and acceleration from standstill to 100 km/h takes 12,4 seconds.
The front grille, with black and chrome styling, reflects the trademark hexagonal shape of the Hyundai SUV and smaller car range. The front and rear bumper and exterior mirror housings matches the body colour of the ix35 to create a pleasing and attractive exterior with the flowing lines of the Fluidic Sculpture theme.
The front bumper houses fog lights that are part of the standard 1.7 Premium package. The exterior picture is rounded off with 17-inch alloy wheels with a gunmetal finish.
To complement its very attractive exterior, the ix35 has a high-tech cockpit that comes standard with Hyundai’s signature blue lighting, tilt and telescopic steering wheel to find the most comfortable driving position, steering wheel mounted audio and cruise controls, electrically powered windows and door locks and remote keyless entry. The doors lock automatically at 15 km/h for added security.
The ix35 1.7 Premium is equipped with a 160-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers. This system includes and iPod®/USB auxiliary inputs housed in the centre console underneath the air conditioner controls. The audio system information is displayed on a 4,3-inch colour touchscreen, which is also the display screen for the standard rear view park-assist camera.
By Staff Reporter