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ix35

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New ix35 adds greater driving pleasure, more technology
and new equipment options to Hyundai’s popular C-segment SUV

·  Hyundai introduces range of enhancements for popular compact SUV

·  Prices start at £17,150

·  Host of new standard and optional equipment for popular compact SUV

·  2.0 CRDi 4WD Automatic (136PS) replaces outgoing 181PS variant, delivering enhanced efficiency and fuel consumption

·  Chassis and suspension upgrades improve both ride and handling

·  More than 220,000 units already sold across Europe; nearly 30,000 sold in the UK alone

The New ix35 is a model which seeks to continue the car’s success in the UK’s compact SUV segment and will feature a range of new standard equipment in addition to several new optional specification choices – several of which are available for the first time on ix35.

Trims for the New Hyundai ix35 have been realigned and now feature five clearly defined specification levels: entry-level S, mid-range SE and SE Nav and two range-topping trims called ‘Premium’ and ‘Premium Panorama’.

Tony Whitehorn, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor UK, said: “The ix35 is one of the fastest-selling models in our product range with just under 30,000 units sold in the UK since launch in late 2010. The New ix35 will continue this trend as it offers retail and corporate buyers a stylish, practical and safe vehicle that is equally at home in the city as it is out of it. With the latest enhancements, the New ix35 will deliver an even greater level of value-for-money in this popular segment of the car market.”

New ix35 retains the 1.6-litre GDi petrol and 1.7-litre and 2.0-litre CRDi engines, but for the latest model year, Hyundai will now offer Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG) as an option on the 1.7-litre CRDi. The 136PS 2.0-litre diesel engine is fitted with low pressure exhaust gas recirculation (LP-EGR) system, delivering cleaner performance.

Further changes to the engine line-up include the introduction of a six-speed automatic transmission on the 2.0-litre 136PS 4WD model. This will replace the current 181PS unit and bring benefits of improved fuel consumption (41.5mpg combined versus 39.3mpg combined previously) and lower CO2 (179g/km versus 189g/km previously).

The range-topping 136PS 2.0 CRDi 4WD Automatic now boasts lower BIK rates when compared with the outgoing 181PS– now 30% and 31% for SE/SE Nav and Premium respectively.

Hyundai has ensured that New ix35 delivers true value to customers with a comprehensive list of new standard features across the range, which includes LED Daytime running lights and LED positioning lights (like on the New Generation Santa Fe), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (Low Line* and High Line**) and Trailer Stability Assist. Inside, the New ix35 also comes with upgraded audio and navigation system units for each corresponding trim level.

Hyundai has also made enhancements to the ix35’s existing chassis and suspension set-up, which includes dual amplitude selective dampers and side-load coil springs to improve ride comfort and handling. New ix35 is also fitted with Hyundai Motor’s FLEX STEER system, available on the C-SUV model for the first time. Three driving modes – normal, comfort and sport – allow the driver to vary the level of steering support and feedback to best suit the environment.

The range begins with the S 1.6-litre GDi 2WD manual, which at £17,150 OTR, provides a lower entry point into the range than the current model. Standard equipment comprises of 16-inch alloy wheels, remote central locking with alarm, USB and AUX connections, air conditioning, glove compartment with cooling function, Trip Computer, Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Brake Control.

Moving up to SE trim, prices start at £18,750 OTR for the 1.6 GDi 2WD manual. Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth™ connectivity with voice recognition, cruise control, front foglights, heated front and rear seats, LED taillights, rear parking sensors, auto dimming rearview mirror and leather steering wheel and gearknob.

Buyers can now also choose an SE Nav trim, which comes with Satellite Navigation with TMC, rearview parking camera, upgraded seven-speaker sound system and ‘sharkfin’ antenna – this starts from £19,800.

Above SE Nav are the new Premium and Premium Panorama trims, which are equipped with a host of features as standard, making them the ultimate versions of Hyundai’s popular SUV. On the outside, the ix35 Premium and Premium Panorama benefit from 18-inch alloys, Bi-Xenon headlights with self-leveling system, chrome door handles and headlamp washers come standard. Keyless entry, leather seat trim (seat facings only) and privacy glass round-up the interior features. The Premium Panorama receives the addition of an electric tilt and slide panoramic sunroof as standard fit.

As with all Hyundai’s passenger cars, the New ix35 is backed by the brand’s industry leading 5 Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty, which offers amongst the best warranty cover in the industry as judged by Auto Express magazine. In addition, the warranty also includes five years for free roadside assistance and five years free annual vehicle healthchecks for complete peace of mind.

*TPMS (Low Line) displays a single warning light on the instrument cluster that a loss of air pressure has occurred on one of the four wheels.

**TPMS (High Line) displays which exact tyre has experienced a loss of pressure via the instrument cluster.

Prices for the New Hyundai ix35 range are as follows:

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About Hyundai Motor

Established in 1967, Hyundai Motor Company is committed to becoming a lifetime partner in automobiles and beyond. The company leads the Hyundai Motor Group, an innovative business structure capable of circulating resources from molten iron to finished cars. Hyundai Motor has eight manufacturing bases and seven design & technical centers worldwide and in 2014 sold 4.96 million vehicles globally. With almost 100,000 employees worldwide, Hyundai Motor continues to enhance its product line-up with localized models and strives to strengthen its leadership in clean technology, starting with the world’s first mass-produced hydrogen-powered vehicle, ix35 Fuel Cell.

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About Hyundai Motor Europe

In 2014, Hyundai Motor Europe achieved registrations of 424.467 units – an increase of 1% compared to 2013. Almost 95% of the vehicles Hyundai sells in the region are designed, engineered and tested in Europe to meet the needs of European customers. And 90% are built at its two local factories in the Czech Republic and Turkey, which have a combined annual capacity of 500.000 units. Hyundai sells cars in 30 European countries across 2.500 outlets.

Hyundai offers its unique Five Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty package with all new cars sold in the region, providing customers with a five-year warranty with no mileage limit, five years of roadside assistance and five years of vehicle health checks.

More information about Hyundai Motor Europe and its products is available at www.hyundai.com/eu. Follow Hyundai Motor Europe on Twitter @HyundaiEurope.

About Hyundai Motor UK

Hyundai has sold vehicles in the UK since 1982. In 2005, Hyundai opened its own UK subsidiary, Hyundai Motor UK Ltd, based in High Wycombe. Since 2008, the company has risen from 21st to one of the top manufacturers in the UK and last year sold a record 82,159 vehicles. Hyundai Motor UK employs over 3000 people through its UK operations and dealer network.

Hyundai offers a full range of vehicles from the award-winning New Generation i10 city car through to the capable Santa Fe SUV and iLoad LCV. All passenger cars come with Hyundai’s industry-leading 5 Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty package. Further information about Hyundai and its products is available at www.hyundai.co.uk.

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