Hyundai ix20 (2010 - 2019) 1.6 Style 5d Auto (2012/12) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Someone who requires practicality and can oversee the obvious mainstream choice.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Surprised with the build quality and space on offer.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, but only 2015 facelift version with the new 6 speed auto box to make the most of the power from the engine.
What are you likely to buy next?
Nissan note.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,500
When did you buy the car?
January 2015
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, price was good versus similar vehicles on the market. Dealer threw in a full tank of petrol.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Small on the outside, large on the inside.
What was the dealer like?
So-so, the vehicle wasn't checked thoroughly as one would expect from a garage bearing the manufacturers logo. There were visible scratches and paint defects that was not picked up as well as loose trim that I had to pop back in myself.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Comfortable, high driving position makes it very easy to manoeuvre. Automatic box robs engine of all the power, noticeable especially on inclines. Otherwise it ruins a competent drive. Body rolls a bit when turning, but it is expected from a tall vehicle.
What's it like to park?
Easy, large door mirrors and high vantage point gives good all round visibility. Despite it's spacious interior the foot print is actually smaller than a VW Golf.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No, not yet.
What's most practical about your car?
Large and versatile boot. Adjustable floor height, 60/40 split rear seats with independent slide/recline. Back rest has 3 recline position. Seats fold completely flat from boot lip to the top of the back rest, unlike other cars that has an incline.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Full length panoramic sunroof making the cabin light and airy to an already spacious cabin.
