Often many car owners do not know where this or that car model was brought to the Russian market. The same can be said about the owners of the crossover, known in the automotive world as the Hyundai ix35. This car model is produced in several countries around the world at once. And where the Hyundai ix35 is assembled for the Russian consumer, we will now tell you. To begin with, this crossover saw the world at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The car began to be delivered to Russia a year later. The first generation of the model was exported to the Russian market from three countries at once:
- Czech
- South Korea
- Slovakia.
In addition, cars for the domestic market were assembled in China. In the Russian Federation there is no enterprise for the production of the Hyundai ix35 model, the current generation of the car is assembled in the Czech Republic (Nosovitsa) at the Kia Motors Slovakia enterprise. The current generation of the model will be an excellent option for both a youth audience and modern business people.
How to find out the build country
Another country involved in the production of this crossover model is the United States. Cars for Canada, South America and the domestic market are assembled here. Czech and Slovak cars are supplied to the European market. China, on the other hand, assembles cars for its domestic market; their cars are not exported. Today, many car owners do not buy a Hyundai ix35 crossover if they do not know where it came from. If you want to know where the Hyundai ix35 was produced, check it with a special VIN-code on any decryption site. Also, by the subsequent designation, you will find out the country of assembly:
- U - Korean production (Ul-San);
- L- Slovak assembly (Zilina);
- J - Czech assembly (Nosovitsa).
In Russia, there are still Korean-made crossovers from earlier periods of model assembly, but only in small quantities. The owners of the real "Koreans" claim that they used soft plastic when assembling the car. Some are unhappy with the increased clearance between the body and the bumper. On Czech crossovers, the suspension geometry was transformed and the steering knuckles were redesigned. Also, the manufacturer corrected the subframe in the updated model, so that during the trip the driver will not feel vibration. The owners say that it is very convenient to drive the car on a flat road surface in the "Sport" mode, which cannot be said about the "Standard" version.
Crossover characteristics
The South Korean car perfectly combines impeccable style and superior quality. Russian consumers are offered cars with two variants of power plants: diesel and gasoline. The first version of the engine has two degrees of boost: 184 and 136 horsepower. The petrol unit produces 165 hp. It doesn't matter where the Hyundai ix35 is produced, because a Russian buyer will be able to purchase a car only with a deformed power plant that produces no more than 150 horsepower. After correcting the shortcomings of the previous version of the crossover, a better diesel engine is installed on the latest modification of the "Korean". And the manufacturer replaced the five-speed gearbox with a six-speed one. All owners can safely operate a car not only on a flat surface, but also off-road.
2017-2018 was replenished with the newest Hyundai ix35 crossover, presented in China at the Shanghai Motor Show 2017. In the review, a new generation of Hyundai iX 35 - photos and videos, price and equipment, technical characteristics of a crossover with a brutal appearance, an SUV created exclusively for the Chinese market. New Hyundai ix35 is preparing to enter the assembly line of the Beijing Hyundai plant (a joint venture of Beijing Automotive Group and Hyundai Motor Company), located in the Shunyi region (Beijing's satellite city), side by side with the previous generation. The new Hyundai ix35, equipped with a turbocharged 1.4 T-GDI engine and naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine, will start sales in the Chinese market in Q4 2017. price new items according to preliminary information will be 160-230 thousand yuan (about 1320-1900 thousand rubles).
The Chinese market is dominant for Hyundai Motor Company. At the end of 2016, Chinese motorists purchased more than 1,142,000 cars with the Hyundai logo, which is almost a quarter of the South Korean company's global sales. The second most important Indian market, where over 662 thousand units of Hyundai cars were sold last year. So such a high level of sales simply obliges the Hyundai management to create new products aimed exclusively at motorists in two countries - China and India. Here is a completely new crossover Hyundai ix35 declared by the manufacturer as an exclusive Chinese novelty in 2018 will reach India.
The new generation of Hyundai Aix 35 at the Shanghai Motor Show made a splash, and this despite the fact that visitors could only appreciate the appearance of the new item. Unfortunately, there was no way to look into the salon of the new model and find out the exact technical characteristics of the new crossover. But the exterior design of the body ... this Hyundai has not yet done. The new ix35 looks not typical and extraordinary not only against the background of the previous generation of the model, but also next to the representatives of the modern crossover line of the Korean manufacturer (in China), and the Hyundai Grand Santa Fe seems to be a foreigner.
A solid front part of the body with a huge false radiator grille (only it, perhaps, betrays the origin of the crossover), large headlights, complemented by stylish half-rings of LED daytime running lights and a massive bumper with a complex relief, and large fog lights.
On the side, the crossover body is a complete revelation: powerfully inflated wheel arches, visually increasing the width of the car, large rectangles of side doors with a high sill, a flat roof line with a curvy bend formed when meeting with a wide C-pillar, rear side windows-loopholes, an original drawing of alloy 18 -inch wheel disks, shod in rubber 255/55 R18.
The fodder of the new Korean crossover for China looks just as powerful and bright. In the presence of a bumper like a full-fledged SUV with solid protection, a compact tailgate and chic LED lamp shades, mesmerizing graphics.
Designers working on the appearance of the new Hyundai ix35 were clearly inspired when creating new items by the appearance of American SUVs - there is simply no other explanation for the fact that the new crossover looks so brutal.
- External dimensions of the body of the Hyundai ix35 2018-2019 are 4435 mm in length, 1850 mm in width, 1670 mm in height, with a 2640 mm wheelbase.
- The new generation Hyundai ay35 is larger than the model of the previous generation of the crossover in all directions: 15 mm in length, 30 mm in width, 10 mm in height, and only the wheelbase dimensions are identical.
As stated at the beginning of the review, the visitors of the exhibition did not manage to evaluate the interior of the novelty. The doors of the crossover were closed, and the windows were tightly tinted. We can only assume that the new ix35 will receive a salon from the Hyundai Tucson model. At the same time, the manufacturer promises a very rich equipment of the novelty with advanced equipment: parking sensors, a rear view camera or a circular view system, keyless access to the salon, a multimedia system with an 8-inch touch screen, front electric and heated seats, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic roof , Parking Assistant, Lane Departure Warning System, Lane Keeping Assist System, Hillstart Assist Control, adaptive cruise control, electric parking brake, leather seat trim.
Specifications Hyundai ix35 2018-2019. The new generation Hyundai ai35 for China builds on the redesigned predecessor bogie with a fully independent suspension architecture. But if the front suspension with MacPherson struts migrated to the new product without change, the rear multi-link is now used from the younger brother of the Hyundai ix25 crossover (Hyundai Creta).
Under the hood, according to preliminary information, two petrol four-cylinder engines will be registered exclusively in the company with a 7-speed "robot" DCT equipped with two clutch discs (we do not exclude the presence of 6 manual transmissions in the basic configuration of a crossover with an atmospheric engine). Front-wheel drive is standard, and as an option, buyers will be offered all-wheel drive versions of the novelty.
- The base engine is a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated (160 hp 194 Nm).
- A more advanced version is the new turbocharged 1.4 T-GDI engine (140 hp), installed, by the way, on a new generation of hatchback and station wagon.
Hyundai ix35 2017-2018 video test
Hyundai ix35 replaced the popular Tucson in 2010. The crossover is built on the same platform with the third generation Kia Sportage. The ix35 was assembled in South Korea, as well as in Europe - at the Kia factories in Slovakia and Hyundai in the Czech Republic.
Engines
In the Russian market, the Hyundai ix 35 was offered with 2-liter engines: gasoline (150 hp) and diesel (136 and 184 hp). All power units have a timing chain drive.
Some owners of gasoline IX 35 after 50-150 thousand km notice an extraneous knocking while the engine is running. The reasons were different: a faulty hydraulic chain tensioner, a CVVT clutch (variable valve timing), hydraulic lifters (installed after restyling in 2013), or even seizures in the cylinders.
Fortunately, bullies are not common. When contacting during the warranty period, the dealers did not change the entire engine, but only the “short block” assembled with pistons and crankshaft. If the guarantee is out, then the block will have to be cased - from 100,000 rubles.
Starting the engine can be difficult due to a malfunction of the clutch pedal switch (with manual transmission) / brake (with automatic transmission), and in cold weather - due to the "retracting" starter (grease thickens).
In diesel units, after 50-100 thousand km, a crankshaft damper pulley is sometimes rented (from 7,000 rubles). And problems with starting a cold diesel engine arise due to poor contact or oxidation in the place where the glow plug wiring is crimped (about 1,000 rubles). In addition, the glow plug relay (from 4,000 rubles) or the candles themselves (1,500 rubles / piece) may fail.
Front box
There are three boxes for the ix 35: 5 and 6-speed "mechanics", as well as 6-speed "automatic". There are no serious problems with boxes. In the case of manual transmissions, many note the appearance of extraneous noise that disappears after squeezing the clutch, and in the case of automatic transmissions, the owners complain about noticeable jolts during switching.
Transmission
Poor protection of the spline joints of the drive elements from the effects of water and dirt leads to unpleasant consequences. So, after 50-100 thousand km, corrosion kills the splined connection of the right-hand drive shaft. Licks the slots - there is a backlash and hum. The intermediate shaft and the inner CV joint have to be changed: 7,000 rubles per element plus 3,000 rubles for work.
Worse, the intermediate shaft support bearing mount may break off. The mount is part of the unit. Ideally, it is necessary to replace the block, but it is possible to get off with argon welding. Fortunately, this problem is much less common.
Another example of poor protection of spline joints is corrosion and shearing of the drive shaft splines in the transfer case and differential cup (after 100-150 thousand km). The repair will be very costly - about 80,000 rubles. First of all, the owners of diesel cars are at risk. The prevention of spline joints will help to avoid problems - lubrication every 30-40 thousand km. In addition, the high torque of diesel engines can destroy the differential cage along the weld.
The Hyundai ix 35 used two four-wheel drive couplings. Until 2011, an electromagnetic clutch of Japanese origin JTEKT was installed, and since 2011 - a hydraulic Austrian manufacturer Magna Steyr. The clutch is quite reliable. Malfunctions occur due to damage to the wiring (3,000 rubles) or wear of the brushes of the electric motor (with high mileage). After 100,000 km, sometimes the clutch oil seal begins to leak.
The outboard bearing of the propeller shaft (4-5 thousand rubles) can buzz after 80-140 thousand km.
Undercarriage
The knocking suspension is the reason for many complaints about Hyundai, and not only the ix35. Knocks when driving through irregularities are aggravated with the arrival of cold weather. There are several sources of extraneous sounds. The main one is the native shock absorber struts, which can knock after 2-3 thousand km. Official services changed the racks under warranty. But that didn't mean they wouldn't knock again. After all, the new shock absorbers are the same. Some managed to change them three times for 20,000 km. But the trouble is not global, there are those who drove up to 80-100 thousand km, never noticing that something is knocking in the suspension.
Another source of knocks is the boot and shock absorber bump stop flying off the seat. The manufacturer recommended fixing the boot to the rack with a sealant. Folk method - winding electrical tape on a rod or tie of a "buffer" (bump stop) with clamps. On the ix35 2012 model year, the manufacturer eliminated this design miscalculation.
After 50,000 km, the steering rack may knock. Hub bearings (from 1,000 rubles) run more than 60-100 thousand km.
Silent blocks and ball joints of levers serve more than 100-150 thousand km. But the rear arm bracket, to which the stabilizer bar is attached, can collapse after 60-100 thousand km. The bracket can be welded. The new lever is available for 9,000 rubles. The defect affects exclusively all-wheel drive versions of the Hyundai iX 35.
Body and interior
The paintwork is traditionally soft, easily scratched and chipped over time. Unfortunately, after 3-6 years, paint swelling can sometimes be found on the rear wheel arches, tailgate, hood, roof and windshield pillars. Dealers are reluctant to acknowledge this issue as a warranty case.
Salon ai x 35 often starts to creak, especially in winter - before the saloon warms up. The most common source of extraneous sounds is the armrest between the front seats.
Another unpleasant moment is the crumbling filler of the driver's seat cushion. From close friction with the sharp edges of the frame, the "insides" can completely crumble out in just 30,000 km. The stubbornness with which the manufacturer changed the seat cushion over and over again is surprising. It was only in 2015 that the decision was made to install a special lining on the frame to resist destructive friction.
The same story is with the peeling leather steering wheel and door trim, in the place of contact with the driver's elbow. The "leather" of the chairs does not differ in durability either. Wrinkles appear in the driver's seat, and the leather cracks and breaks.
Sometimes the stove motor starts to make noise (it is necessary to disassemble, clean and lubricate), or the plastic casing of the air duct under the passenger seat flies out of its place. There are also failures of parking sensors, rear view cameras and "glitches" of the head unit. Cases of spontaneous ignition of control lamps with subsequent short-term extinction of the instrument panel were also noted. In such cases, dealers changed the "tidy".
Conclusion
When choosing a used Hyundai ix35, special attention should be paid to the operation of the all-wheel drive system. The rest of the defects are easily removable.
Hyundai ix35 is a synthesis of impeccable, ultra-modern design, in which each line emphasizes real style. Hyundai ix35 is a compact crossover that replaced the popular Tucson model in the Korean company's lineup. This car has firmly established itself on the third line of the sales rating among classmates, periodically shooting into second place.
Hyundai ix35. Specifications
Buyers have a choice of three engine options.
Petrol Theta II 2.0 MPI power of 150 hp. Torque - 197 Nm at 4600 rpm. This engine option is available for front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models.
Diesel engine available in two versions, the main difference between one and the other is in power. R 2.0 CRDi (Low) has a maximum power of 136 hp, 4000 rpm. Maximum torque of 320 Nm is demonstrated at 1800-2500 rpm.
R 2.0 CRDi (High) with a capacity of 184 hp. demonstrates 392 Nm at 1800 - 2500 rpm. Both diesel engine options are only available on all-wheel drive models.
Vibration and engine noise are minimized for a comfortable driving experience. The dimensions of the Hyundai iX 35 crossover are: height - 1,660 mm, length - 4,410 mm, width - 1,820 mm, ground clearance - 170 mm.
Security
Manufacturers paid a lot of attention to safety in the car. Each seat - including the small rear seat in the middle - has a dedicated safety belt.
There is a parking sensor, a rear view camera and an ESP (Electronic Vehicle Stability System). An emergency braking system is provided.
The front seats are equipped with reduced force airbags. Passengers in the rear and front seats are protected by curtain airbags and side airbags. Active head restraints minimize the risk of neck and head injuries.
Design
The crossover's designers have engineered it to combine size, power and sportiness.
Aggressively shaped headlights and sharp body lines make the Hyundai ix35 crossover look futuristic and aerodynamic.
The glasses on the sides have an unusual shape and give the impression of being long, fused into a single whole.
There are many chrome inserts inside the car. Both inside and outside the car, you can see dozens of uneven, curved and sharp details that are the basis of the design.
Salon
The interior is executed in a special style. There are features unique to this manufacturer. Both the driver and passengers will emphasize the exceptional comfort and coziness.
There are no sharp or hard parts. Each door has a button for turning on the heated seats, a comfortable padded armrest, a speaker and a compartment for small luggage with a cup holder.
The trunk of the car is spacious (volume 591 liters); it has a subwoofer and a curtain.
The rear seats fold down to double the luggage space. The seats are sewn of leather (some models combine leather and fabric).
The panoramic roof over the front seats (there are options with a non-opening hatch over the rear seats) is hidden by a special curtain. Also, the manufacturer paid attention to the soundproofing of the car.
The designers have prudently designed the driver's seat. The steering wheel is adjustable in height and tilt. The main buttons for controlling the interior of the car are concentrated on the on-board computer, steering wheel and turn signals.
The driver has the opportunity to use computer control by voice, buttons or touches on the touchscreen. The engine is started by pressing the Start / Stop button.
Off-road test drive of the Hyundai ix35 crossover (video)
In the video presented, you will learn how the Hyundai ix35 behaves off-road.
Hyundai ix35. Owner reviews
Hyundai ix35 is a fairly popular model among crossovers, so it is easy to find a large number of reviews about this car.
Due to the popularity of the crossover on the Internet, it is easy to find reviews and ratings from drivers about the Hyundai ix35 in large numbers. It is from these sources that one should judge the pros and cons of the vehicle.
The overall rating of the drivers is 4 on a five-point scale. For the most part, the comments about this crossover are similar.
Therefore, it is easy to draw the appropriate conclusions:
- The driver's seat is not comfortable enough. The pillow has not very good adjustment, and the backrest has to be lowered far back, and because of this, the passenger in the back will be uncomfortable.
- Creak and knock. After six months of driving, the armrests and seats creak loudly when adjusted. After six months - a year of operation, a knock is heard due to instability of the gear selector, from the bushing on the electric power steering, or as a result of transmission malfunctions.
- "Discreet design". The sharp curves and futuristic design don't look representative enough for conservative people. The colors and shapes of individual parts are very annoying for some drivers.
- Cheap materials in the salon. Dermantin instead of leather. The plastic is not of high quality.
- High fuel consumption. The trip consumes 11-12 liters of fuel.
- Minor breakdowns often occur. Shock absorbers have to be changed especially quickly.
- Low ground clearance, which is why the car is not sufficiently adapted to domestic roads.
- Desire to change the car. Every third owner of this crossover would like to change it for a German car.
- The engine is not delivering full power.
- The computer may malfunction after a year of use.
- Soft ride. The crossover is confidently and softly on the road at a speed of 150-180 km / h.
Price
The cost depends on the configuration and engine of the car. In the showrooms, the Hyundai iX 35 crossover will be sold at prices ranging from $ 26,000 to $ 37,300.
Outcome
Hyundai ix35 is a car that demonstrates modern design and practicality. At first glance, it is easy to overestimate his ability.
Driving around the city or on vacation will be comfortable, and many little things will pleasantly delight the drivers. But, while enjoying driving, you should be prepared for small unpleasant surprises.
Video review Hyundai ix35
In the video presented, you will see a detailed test drive of the Hyundai ix35, where the advantages and disadvantages of this car will be considered.
