Hyundai ix35 reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Hyundai ix35 is a family suv. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 96 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 283 of 442, and 35.1% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is tread depth (4.6% of tests).
Ranked 283 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 26 of 31 family SUVs
In 2024, 51,678 Hyundai ix35s aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 35.1% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Hyundai ix35 is 4% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
35.1%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,400
Typical age at test: 10 years
Hyundai ix35 MOT failure rate by age
Most common Hyundai ix35 MOT faults
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm4.6% of tests
- Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements4.5% of tests
- Position lamp: not working3.8% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.6% of tests
- Service brake performance: excessively binding3.4% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.9% of tests
What the Hyundai ix35 fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 14.9% | ▲ 1.9× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 11.9% | About average |
| Suspension | 9.5% | ▼ 16% less often |
| Tyres | 8.4% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Visibility | 5.0% | About average |
| Steering | 4.2% | ▲ 1.6× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 1.4% | ▼ 60% less often |
| Body and structure | 1.1% | ▼ 70% less often |
| Wheels | 0.4% | ▼ 17% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.3% | ▼ 62% less often |
What MPG does the Hyundai ix35 do?
Official economy for the Hyundai ix35 ranges from 37.7 to 54.3mpg across the 43 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2010–2015). A typical petrol version manages 44.1mpg and a typical diesel 49.6mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Hyundai ix35?
Any Hyundai ix35 first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Hyundai ix35 registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £200 to £410 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carHyundai ix35 specs and running costs
Official figures for 43 versions sold in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
37.7–54.3 mpg
CO2
135–189 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ix35 1.7l CRDi 16" & 17" wheelsM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 53.3 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| ix35 1.7l CRDi 16" and 17" wheels with ISGM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 54.3 mpg | 135g | £200 |
| ix35 1.7l CRDi 18" wheelsM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 50.4 mpg | 147g | £225 |
| ix35 1.7l CRDi 18" wheels with ISGM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 52.3 mpg | 143g | £225 |
| ix35 2.0l CRDi 17" wheels 4WDA6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 41.5 mpg | 179g | £360 |
| ix35 2.0l CRDi 17" wheels 4WDM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 51.4 mpg | 145g | £225 |
| ix35 2.0l CRDi 18" wheels 4WDA6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| ix35 2.0l CRDi 18" wheels 4WDM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 49.6 mpg | 149g | £225 |
| ix35 1.6l GDi 16" & 17" wheelsM6 · listed 2015 | Petrol | 41.5 mpg | 158g | £275 |
| ix35 1.6l GDi with ISGM6 · listed 2015 | Petrol | 44.1 mpg | 149g | £225 |
| ix35 Facelift, September 2013 1.7l CRDi 16" & 17" wheelsManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 53.3 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| ix35 Facelift, September 2013 2.0l CRDi 17" wheels 4WDManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 51.4 mpg | 145g | £225 |
| ix35 Facelift, September 2013 1.7l CRDi 18" wheelsManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 50.4 mpg | 147g | £225 |
| ix35 Facelift, September 2013 2.0l CRDi 18" wheels 4WDManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 49.6 mpg | 149g | £225 |
| ix35 Facelift, September 2013 2.0l CRDi 17" wheels 4WDAutomatic · listed 2014 | Diesel | 41.5 mpg | 179g | £360 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 43 versions.
What a Hyundai ix35 costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 44.1mpg…
- diesel, typical official 49.6mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Hyundai ix35 reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Hyundai ix35 is 4% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 96 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Hyundai ix35?
The most common MOT fault is “Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm”, found in 4.6% of tests. It fails on brakes and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Hyundai ix35 do?
Official economy for the Hyundai ix35 ranges from 37.7 to 54.3mpg across the 43 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2010–2015). A typical petrol version manages 44.1mpg and a typical diesel 49.6mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Hyundai ix35?
Any Hyundai ix35 first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Hyundai ix35 registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £200 to £410 a year.
›How many Hyundai ix35s fail their MOT?
35.1% of Hyundai ix35s aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Hyundai ix35 combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.