Review: A pre-launch insights on Hyundai ix25 Compact SUV

Introduction

The compact SUV segment is raging in India and all top auto-players are trying to eye this new upcoming segment loved by young generation.


Hyundai ix25 - Copyright © 2014-15 Reviews Today

In this regards a entrant is already making rave reviews before its launch in 2015, called ix25 from Hyundai which will take on the likes of Renault Duster, Honda Mobilio and Ford EcoSport.

Getting to know about ix25
This SUV had broadly borrowed its design and look factors from their other members viz. ix35 and the new Santa Fe, The prototype model of this car will differ from the ix25 concept while would be smaller than Santa Fe.

Build & Quality
To avail tax rebates, the Hyundai's compact SUV will not be over 4-metres in length which will be beneficial to end users as prices will remain affordable.The ix25 will display state of art sweptback headlamps with LED daytime running lights and a hexagonal shaped chrome grille, while its large bumper features aggressive lower front air-intakes, a silver skid plate and a set of fog lamps. The side profile is designed to appear large, while the rear-end gets wrap-around taillights, a spoiler with integrated brake lights and a large rear bumper with two inserts.

Hyundai ix25 Rear view - Copyright © 2014-15 Reviews Today

Looking at the quick geometry of this car:

Length - 4270mm
Width - 1780mm
Height - 1630mm
Wheelbase - 2590mm

This is indeed a spectacular specification from Korean auto-maker.

Looking at the heart of the car, its engine, the compact SUV adore both petrol and diesel, engine options.The Indian version will showcase same specs found in India version of Hyundai Verna, i.e. :

1.4-litre VTVT Petrol - 106bhp, 135Nm
1.6-litre CRDi Diesel - 126bhp, 260Nm

Expected Mileage	1.4-litre petrol - 17Km/l	1.6-litre Diesel - 22Km/l
Expected Price	Rs. 7.50 Lakh - Rs. 11 Lakh
Launch	2015

General Observations
As stated in beginning of our review - ix25 is going to be a strong contender in compact SUV space. The pricing will  be a key differentiating factor. We are awaiting eagerly to have first hand over it once it is launched and stay tuned for more details from us in coming months on this car.