The South Korean vehicle manufacturer, Hyundai recently introduced its latest compact SUV model, ix25 in China and will unveil it in India by next year (mid 2015). While it has a starting price of CNY119, 800 (USD 19,515) to a high-end class price of CNY179, 800 (USD 29,290) in China, there’s still no inkling as to how much it will cost in India. Hyundai ix25 is expected to challenge other SUV varieties such as Renault Duster, Ford EcoSport, Nissan Terrano, Honda XR-V Nissan Juke and Mahindra Scorpio.
The model is available in 1.6L and 2.0L petrol motors, having engine capacity of 122.8bhp, 150.7Nm of torque and; 158bhp, 192Nm of top torque respectively. Further SUV specifications and other details are as follows:
- Dimensions
Overall Length : 4,270mm
Overall Width : 1,780mm
Overall Height : 1,622mm
Wheelbase : 2,590mm
- Fuel Tank Capacity : 60 litres
- Ground Clearance : 183mm (180mm for 4WD variants)
- Wheels : 17-inch alloys
- Engine Versions : 2WD, 4WD
Variants based from China launching:
- 6 GL MT 2WD
- 6 GL MT 2WD
- 6 GS AT 2WD
- 6 GLS AT 2WD
- 6 DLX AT 2WD
- 0 GLS AT 2WD
- 0 DLX AT 4WD
Exterior and interior designs comprise of but are not limited to:
- LED daytime running lamps
- Panoramic sunroof
- Steering and gear knob
- Touchscreen multimedia infotainment system
- Cruise control
- Automatic climate control
- Keyless start
- Reversing camera
- Leather upholstery on seats
Hyundai ix25 also features high technology protection and security system specified as:
- ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
- EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution)
- ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
- TCS (Traction Control System)
- Airbags (driver and passenger seat, plus side airbags)
- Hill Assist System
