“The ix35 has been one of the strongest pillars in Hyundai Automotive SA’s vehicle range, and when we were given the opportunity to bring the 1.7 Premium turbodiesel to the South African customers, there was no hesitation. 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.
CO2 emissions of 139 g/km make this little oil burner one of the cleanest turbodiesels available in this segment and with 260Nm of torque available, it look set to take the fight to Nissan’s Qashqai 1.5DCI.
Outside and in, the new diesel is identical to the rest of the ix35 the range. A few interior highlights include Hyundai’s signature blue lighting, tilt and telescopic steering wheel with audio and cruise controls, electrically powered windows and door locks and remote keyless entry.
Families out there will love the ix35 1.7 Premium which has no less than 19 different storage places, including: a console storage tray, glove box with a port to keep soft drinks cool with the help of the air conditioner, an overhead sunglass storage, armrest storage compartment with tray. Two front seat drink holders and two rear center armrest drink holders. Four bottle holders – one in each door…amongst others.
Pricing:
2.0 NU Petrol Premium 6-speed Manual
| R324,900.00 |
| 2.0 NU Petrol Premium 6-speed Auto | R339,900.00 |
| 2.0 NU Petrol Executive 6-speed Manual | R359,900.00 |
| 2.0 NU Petrol Elite 6-speed Auto | R385,400.00 |
| 1.7 Turbodiesel Premium 6-speed Manual | R359,900.00 |
| 2.0 Turbodiesel Elite 6-speed Manual | R409,900.00 |
2.0 Turbodiesel Elite 6-speed Auto
| R469,900.00 |
