Hyundai ix35 I (LM) (2010 – 2013)

The Hyundai ix35 (LM generation, sold under the name Tucson in North America and South Korea) marks a major turning point for the Korean manufacturer. Replacing the rustic first-generation Tucson, it introduces the "Fluidic Sculpture" design, offering dynamic and modern lines. This compact SUV greatly contributed to establishing Hyundai's reputation in Europe thanks to an aggressive price/equipment ratio and its famous 5-year warranty (now expired for these model years). Although this sheet focuses on phase 1 (2010-2013) and petrol engines, the ix35 was predominantly sold as a diesel in Europe. Overall, it is a robust vehicle, but it suffers from interior plastics that are sensitive to scratches, sometimes jittery damping, and some specific mechanical weaknesses, notably on the Theta II pe