What does it cost?
For The Hyundai ix35 is cheaper and better equipped than many rivals. It's also practical and has a powerful diesel engine.
Against The ix35 falls short of its key rivals in terms of ride comfort, refinement and interior quality.
What Car? says
The Hyundai ix35 doesn't quite have the polish of the class leaders, but it's good value for money and looks the part. By Steve Huntingford
What Car? readers say
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There are 16 Hyundai ix35 versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The appeal of the Hyundai ix35 is obvious: it’s a smart-looking crossover, with the option of four-wheel drive, for a lot less money than most rivals.
On the outside, the ix35 looks like a cross between a Ford Kuga and a Nissan Qashqai but, like for like, it’s far cheaper than either.
You get a lot for your money, too, because all versions come with air-con, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors, and heated front and rear seats.
The 1.6-litre petrol engine in entry-level Style trim offers the best blend of value, equipment, performance and low running costs. The 1.7-litre diesel model is a little short of punch at low revs; the two 2.0-litre diesels are quicker and available with four-wheel drive, but the top-level versions are a little pricey.
An automatic gearbox is standard only on the higher-powered, four-wheel-drive 2.0-litre diesel model. All the other versions have a six-speed manual gearbox.
Reader test team says:
Hyundai ix35 Crossover 1.7 CRDi Premium 2WD 5dr
My previous car was a Toyota Avensis I wanted a Rav4 and also looked at the Skoda Yetti and a used X3 but as retirment was close I chose the IX35 for…
4
out of 5 stars
Hyundai ix35 Crossover 2.0 CRDi 2WD Prem+Media Pack 5dr
This is an update to my previous review. Not I've done 6,800 miles (and therefore stopped driving it like a nun), the average fuel consumption has…
3
out of 5 stars
Hyundai ix35 Crossover 1.7 CRDi Prem + Media Pack 2WD 5dr
Overall good car. 1.7 diesel feels quite punchy, as max torque delivered from 1250 RPM. Fuel consumption satisfactory at 42mpg overall. Amazing…
4
out of 5 stars
Hyundai ix35 Crossover 2.0 Style 2WD 5dr
Having owned this car for 3 months I must say that I am delighted with it in all aspects. Moving from a saloon to a high driving position has exceeded…
5
out of 5 stars
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Hyundai ix35 Crossover 2.0 CRDi 136 Style 4WD 5dr
The Hyundai ix35 2.0 CRDi 136 Style is certainly one of our favourite engine and trim combinations in the range, but we're not convinced you need the four-wheel drive.
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