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The new 2011 Hyundai IX35 is a compact SUV engineered and designed in Germany, it’s a versatile good looking vehicle that can cover a wide range of tastes. It looks like a hatchback, it’s the same size as one, it only appears bulkier due to its height, it is available in 2WD and 4WD, it’s the perfect vehicle for those who do not like SUVs, yet it also attracts SUV lovers, with its sporty appearance, a well-equipped IX35 is priced lower than many other compacts and SUV in the market, maintenance costs and CO2 taxation as well, and on top of it all you get Hyundai’s five-year unlimited mileage warranty.

The 2011 Hyundai IX35 is available in two models the Style with a choice of seven trims at a starting OTR of £16,540.00 and the Premium with a choice of five trims and a starting OTR of £19,345.00. Both models are available in either 2WD or 4WD configurations. There three 4 cylinder engines available for the IX35 the 1.6GDI at 133hp/122lbs-ft of torque and 34/48 mpg, the 1.7CRDi at 114hp/192lbs-ft of torque and 44/59 mpg, and the 2.0 CRDi at 134hp/236lbs-ft of torque and 42/57 mpg, specifications are based on all engines paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and in 2WD and 4WD. Specifications for the 4WD with 6-speed automatic transmission are for the 2.0 CRDi only at 181hp/289lbs-ft of torque and 31/47 mpg. 

You think the IX35 looks good on the outside, the interior is very roomy and well designed, it feels that you are paying more than what you really are, and it resembles somewhat the i30 hatchback’s already nice interior. You will find the option of heated seats, dual zone climate control air conditioning, leather and cloth seats trim, leather steering wheel, a well-designed dash with a soft cool blue lighting that is easy on the driver’s eyes on long trips, large glass panel roof and so many other standard options, too many to list. 

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The Hyundai Sante Fe has finally been showcased and after spending several million dollars developing a new engine, Hyundai seems to have come up with a powerhouse.

Hyundai will be offering a set of two engines. The entry level engine will be a 2.4-liter inline-four that can produce up to 175hp, this is the same model as currently on the Tucson. Then there is the meaty 3.5-liter Lambda V6 which can fire up to 276hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. It can manage 0-60 in under 7.5 seconds

Hyundai have spent some time improving the fuel efficiency of both engines, the 2.4 liter engine can manage up to 28mpg where are the 3.5 liter engine can do up to 26mpg, which really isnt bad for the size of engine.

The exterior of the car has changed very little compared to the 2010 model but that is no bad thing as it was a good looking machine to begin with.

From a safety point of view the 2011 Santa Fe steps it up a level with 6 standard airbags, which include side air curtain airbags and three-point seatbelts.

Overall it looks like a promising machine that will probably do well in its sector of the market.

If you already own a Santa Fe and are looking for Hyundai Sante Fe accessories, visit the 4x4 Accessories Shop.

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