Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 - is SUV is 4.84 m in length which has seven seats in three rows of seats. It is distinguished by its large interior space, plenty of equipment and comfort of the suspension. It is for sale for € 47,000 with a 239 hp diesel engine.

2009 Hyundai ix55


Hyundai ix55

Although initially it may seem a very expensive car, among other models are cheaper just like a Jeep Commander and Jeep Grand Cherokee, which are less well equipped and have a worse quality of finish. A Toyota Land Cruiser is a relationship between price and equipment similar to Hyundai ix55.


Hyundai ix55

Compared to other luxury models, such as a Volkswagen Touareg, Mercedes-Benz ML and BMW X5, remains much more desirable for its price and equipment, as it has many standard features that these other cars are optional.


Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 has no traction and lowering total, so their tires because the road to the floor height is not large (185 mm), is not designed for driving on steep areas. It can move with ease off the road, on roads that are not too bumpy and the steep slopes that have not.


Hyundai ix55

SUV is a very comfortable, not so much as a Volkswagen Touareg with air suspension, but more than a BMW X5. The suspension absorbs bumps well (both on and off road driving it). However, some minor irregularities, such as expansion joints, can be clearly noted on the inside.

Hyundai ix55

The new Hyundai ix55 has a CRDi diesel engine with six-cylinder 'V', direct injection through common, 3.0-liter displacement and 239 hp of maximum power at 3800 rpm. The torque is 451 Nm between 1750 and 3500 rpm. It is coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 can accelerate from standing to 100km / h in 10.4 s and has a top speed of 200 km / h. Its average consumption is 9.4 l/100 km approved (equivalent to emissions of 249 grams of CO2 per km). Compared to other SUVs of similar characteristics, the Hyundai ix55 has bad performance and moderate.

Hyundai ix55

With this Diesel engine, the Hyundai ix55 is very pleasant to drive. Have enough power from a low speed, lap up gently and with reasonable force to nearly 4,500 rpm. Despite the weighing almost 2,300 kg, is able to move very quickly in almost any circumstance, whether good can go somewhat lacking in power now in little space.

Hyundai ix55

The automatic switching operation is correct: changing quickly enough for a car of this kind and no noticeable hitches. In general, engages top gear in every moment and can only be reduced if the speed decreases a lot (or tread on the accelerator to 'kick-down').

Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 is not a particularly quiet car. Diesel engine idling is heard clearly on the inside. Once implemented, the motor noise is masked by the aerodynamics, which is high (mainly caused by the mirrors).

Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 has seven seats, three seats in the second row and two in the third. Highlights on other similar cars, the large available interior space of the occupants (it is the best off in this direction) and how well it is finished.

Hyundai ix55

The equipment as it is very abundant. Among many other things, takes six airbags, stability control, active front headrests, xenon headlights, keyless access and starting, gate opening and closing machines, leather upholstery, CD charger, front seats with electric adjustment, suspension Self alloy wheels and 18 ".

Hyundai ix55

The only options available are metallic paint and the browser with Bluetooth connectivity (which is an accessory dealer and costs about € 2500).

Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 measured 4.84 m long, 1.94 m wide and 1.75 m in height, its wheelbase is 2.80 m. Ie, it has exterior dimensions similar to those of a BMW X5. Volkswagen Touareg is a little shorter.
It is basically the same car that the Hyundai Veracruz, a model that is sold in the U.S. and Korea. According to Hyundai, has a less flexible and holds a management response to the more direct Veracruz.

Hyundai ix55

Traction has fully connected automatically (through a multi-clutch). Under normal conditions, the front wheels receive the full force of the engine. Where front wheel skids, power is sent to the rear. In addition, you can connect as a 'Lock', which makes a fair sharing of power between both axles.

Hyundai ix55

The Hyundai ix55 chassis is a monocoque or self, which is the most common configuration in the SUVs that are not designed for heavy use by steep areas.

Hyundai ix55

The suspension is independent front McPherson is a while back has a deformable parallelogram. It is bringing stabilizer bars on both axles. The rear suspension is self, i.e., keeps the distance to the floor of the rear axle, while the trunk is heavily loaded.