Many car enthusiasts when buying new car tormented by the question. Which transmission should you choose? In our time, there are enough options, but the most common are automatic and manual Transmission.

And the last one is the most popular. The situation here is certainly not simple. On one side of the scale - reliability and availability, on the other - ease of use.

Pros and cons of manual transmission:

Let's start with the mechanics. As mentioned, this is the most common option. And there are more pluses than minuses. The first is ease of use. Mechanical transmissions appeared much earlier machine gun, so everyone has long been accustomed to jerking the handle when shifting. And if a breakdown suddenly occurs, then finding a spare part will not be difficult. Considering the fact that auto shops are now almost everywhere. By the way, repairs will also cost less. The next advantage is not high consumption fuel. And even if it serious SUV, it will be more economical on mechanics than on the machine. And the last thing. If you love speed, you should definitely choose Manual transmission... The disadvantages here, perhaps, can be attributed only to rapid wear, again relatively Automatic transmission.

Pros and cons of automatic transmission:

Let's move on to discussing the machine. Perhaps this option is chosen by either the rich or the lazy. And in most cases women drive the machine. It just so happened. Perhaps due to the fact that it is easier to manage. There is no need for any unnecessary movements, and you can concentrate only on the road. There will be more cons here. The biggest one is expensive repairs. And if you have a broken box on some foreign car of the early 90s, you still have to run around to find parts for it. Another disadvantage is the high fuel consumption. And even if the machine is not large, it will still be expensive.

It is up to you to choose one or the other option. What is more to your liking, ease of control or speed. Fuel economy or slight wear on the unit itself. If the decision is still not made, then you can choose variable speed drive... Everything here is simple, so to speak, two in one. So make up your mind!

In any case, whether you choose a mechanic or an automatic machine, at the moment there are no problems with spare parts. Buy parts for toyota, as easy as spare parts for VAZ. The main thing is that they are original and of high quality. Therefore, make your choice based on your personal preference and comfort.

24.12.2017

Hyundai ix35 (Tussan / Tucson) - compact crossover Korean company Hyundai. The popularity of crossovers in modern world just rolls over, and this model is not only one of the brightest representatives of this class, but for a long time was one of the three most popular crossovers in the CIS, Europe and Asia. Today, just like 7 years ago, there are a lot of people who want to buy a Hyundai ix35, however, buying this car new is unlikely to work (discontinued), but on secondary market from the proposals the head is spinning. Therefore, today I decided to talk about the most common sores of this popular model and what you should pay attention to when choosing a used Hyundai ix35 (Tussan).

A bit of history:

Hyundai ix35 debuted in 2009 at the Frankfurt auto show, serial production of the model was launched in 2010 at factories South Korea, Slovakia, Czech Republic and China. By and large it was not new model, and the second generation of the popular crossover in the CIS, which premiered in 2004. This was confirmed by the fact that in the American and Korean markets, the new product retained its former name (Tussan). Compared to its predecessor, the ix35 is equipped with more powerful and economical engines, the security system was also improved, but in terms of dimensions the new product differed little from the first generation. Like Tussan, the ix35 was designed on a common platform with the Kia Sportage model. On the basis of the Hyundai ix35, the Chinese company JAC Motors created the JAC S5 model.

In 2013, the car underwent the first restyling, which resulted in a modified design rims and optics - a bi-xenon with diodes of daytime running lights is installed in front, a new two-liter gas engine with direct fuel injection (for many CIS countries - distributed injection). Also, the changes affected the interior, there were: a system that allows you to change the degree of effort on the steering wheel Flex Steer, a heated steering wheel and an electronic instrument panel with a diagonal of 4.2 inches. The production of the Hyundai ix35 crossover ended in 2015. In March of the same year, the third generation of the car was presented at the Geneva auto show, which was returned to its former name - Hyundai Tussan. Sales of a new car in the CIS started in November 2015

Weaknesses Hyundai ix35 (Tussan) with mileage

The body paintwork turned out to be not too resistant to external influences and is considered to be a frankly weak point of this model. Small chips and scratches arise even from a weak mechanical effect, so it will not be difficult to find a reason for minimal bargaining. However, the owners of almost all of them face similar problems. modern cars... On copies operated in metropolitan areas - on the hood, roof, rear wheel arches, tailgate and pillars windscreen paint may begin to swell. Fortunately, dealers reluctantly acknowledge this defect as a factory defect and will repair it under warranty. As for the corrosion resistance of the body, so far there are no comments, which means that the car has protection against redhead disease.

The disadvantages include the poor location of the glass washer fluid reservoir. The fact is that it is located very close to front bumper (on the right side) and in case of a minor accident or hitting a large snowdrift, in addition to restoring the bumper, the tank will have to be changed (it cracks). Some owners say that it takes a lot of effort to close the doors. This drawback is the merit of the people who are assembling the Korean crossover. In most cases, the problem is solved by adjusting the locks.

Disadvantages of power units

Hyundai ix35 on domestic market submitted with gasoline engines - 2.0 (150 HP since 2003 164 HP) and 2.4 (177 HP) - was installed in Europe and on top version Limited Edition, as well as diesel CRDi 2.0 (136 and 184 hp). The petrol 1.6 (138 hp) and diesel CRDi - 1.7 (116 hp) were also available on the European market. The two-liter G4KD gasoline engine is quite reliable and can run on 92nd gasoline without any problems. But in this case, it is necessary to adjust the valve clearances more often (every 90 thousand km), since it does not have hydraulic lifters ( only on pre-styling versions of cars). The presence of characteristic noises will tell you about the need for this procedure. Common disadvantages this motor include malfunctions of the chain tensioner, CVVT clutch and hydraulic compensators ( by car since 2013). Trouble with them can begin early enough (after 50,000 km), the symptoms are increased noise.

The most serious problem is the appearance of scoring in cylinders ( may appear after 70-80 thousand km), because of this it is necessary to change the piston. The signal about the need to visit the service will be an extraneous knock that appears during engine operation. If the warranty is over, then the cylinder block will have to be sleeve - 1000-1500 cu. So please listen carefully before buying. In the cold season, the diesel engine does not warm up at least a little, this is a common thing for this engine, which dealers call it a feature. Also, normal occurrence chirping is also considered - a feature of work fuel injectors... When a whistle appears, pay attention to the condition of the air conditioner compressor bearing, most likely it is worn out and requires replacement. If the spark plugs are faulty, low revs engine (1000-1200), an increase in vibration is felt. Although the engine itself is not the quietest, you need to be prepared for the appearance of various sounds, for example, a gas pump may eventually begin to make various hissing sounds.

On cars with a mileage of 100,000+ km, it is necessary to monitor the condition of the catalyst, the fact is that when destroyed, its particles fall into the cylinders and form scuffs there. The resource of catalysts is 100-150 thousand km. In the gas distribution mechanism, the only weak point was the phase shifter on the intake shaft. The problem is rare, but unpleasant, since replacing the phase change clutch is expensive. At the same run, the probability of failure of the timing balancer shafts is high. The disease is accompanied by increased vibration during engine operation. With proper maintenance, the motor will last 250-300 thousand km without problems. More powerful power unit G4KE / 4B12 - 2.4 liters. Structurally similar to the G4KD engine - it uses the same variable valve timing system on both shafts, there are no hydraulic lifters, and has identical disadvantages.

Diesel motors

Diesel engines attract buyers with their fuel efficiency, for example, the most weak unit paired with "mechanics" on average consumes a little less than 7 liters per 100 km and has the best traction. In diesel power units, the weak point is the crankshaft damper pulley, as a rule, it becomes unusable at a run of 50-100 thousand km ("chirping" appears). Replacement is relatively inexpensive - about $ 100. The glow plug relay is also considered problematic - if it fails, the engine stops starting and the turbine boost pressure sensor - if it fails, an error appears on the instrument panel " check engine”And power is lost.

Problematic starting of the motor in the cold season may be due to poor contact, due to oxidation of the wiring on the glow plugs strip at the crimp point. When using low-quality diesel fuel, the pre-filter located in fuel tank (after 30-50 thousand km). The problem is accompanied by a deterioration in dynamics and twitching during acceleration. After 150-200 thousand km, you need to be ready to replace the turbocharger, fuel injectors and dual-mass flywheel. Any of these options won't come cheap. Of the minor ailments, one can note the loss of tightness of the oil pan gasket. The rest of the possible troubles can be attributed to the operational characteristics of all diesel engines - long warm-up, sensitivity to the quality of diesel fuel, etc.

Transmission

Hyundai ix35 (Tussan) was equipped with one of two types of gearboxes of its own production - 5 and 6-speed mechanics, as well as a 6-speed automatic. Any of the transmissions, with proper maintenance (oil change every 60,000 km), will delight you with impressive mileage and few problems. One of these is noise mechanical box gears, which in most cases can be eliminated by changing the oil. In the automatic transmission, minor jerks can bother when changing gears. The problem is treated by flashing the transmission control unit. Rarely, but still, there are cases of failure of the transaxle switch position sensor. With this malfunction, it is not possible to change the position of the box switch. On cars of the first years of production, the oil supply pipe to the oil cooler may not hold well - it may fly off ( fraught with oil leakage).

Four-wheel drive

For all-wheel drive versions of the Hyundai ix35, when slipping, the rear wheels are connected using an electronic center coupling. There is also a forced blocking of the clutch using the "Lock" button located on the front panel - when the lock is turned on, the torque will be distributed between the axles 50:50. If you drive at a speed over 30 km per hour, the forced blocking is disengaged and the clutch works in automatic mode. As for the reliability of this system, here the owners can expect a couple of unpleasant surprises. Over time, corrosion centers appear on the spline joints, which significantly accelerate wear - the connection of the right-hand drive shaft is the most affected. As a result, the slots lick off - there is backlash and hum. To fix the problem, you will have to replace intermediate shaft and inner CV joint (200-250 cu). If the ailment is not eliminated in a timely manner, the intermediate shaft bearing mount may break off.

After 100-150 thousand km of run, corrosion can begin to affect the splines of the drive shaft in transfer case and differential cup. In this case, the repair will cost 1000 USD. To avoid the aforementioned troubles with the all-wheel drive transmission, it is recommended to carry out preventive maintenance every 30-40 thousand km - lubrication of the spline joints. Have a car with diesel engines, due to the higher torque, under heavy loads, the differential basket may begin to collapse along the weld. Two types of couplings were used on the car - JTEKT (Japan) was installed on the car until 2011, after Magna Steyr (Austria). Up to 100,000 km there are no serious complaints about their performance, later failures may appear due to damage to the insulation of the wiring and wear of the brushes of the electric motor.

Also, over time, the clutch oil seal begins to flow, if the problem is ignored for a long time, the clutch will have to be repaired. For cars manufactured before 2011, the outboard bearing is considered a weak point. cardan shaft (replacement may be required after 50,000 km), later specimens have 120-150 thousand km. The problem is manifested by a hum while driving.

The reliability of the suspension, steering and brakes Hyundai ix35 (Tussan)

Hyundai ix35 has a moderately stiff and knocked down suspension, which provides the crossover with a good level of handling on high speeds... But outside of flat roads, due to the short suspension strokes, the interior shakes noticeably, which reduces ride comfort. But such a drawback can be forgiven, since the car is a typical "SUV" and is more designed for driving on the highway, and not outside of it. An independent suspension with stabilizers is used on both axles lateral stability: in front - MacPherson, behind - multi-link. Extraneous noise when driving through irregularities is a feature of the suspension and is aggravated with the arrival of cold weather. Often the noise is caused by loose plastic inside the wheel arches and other elements. Another source of knocking can be shock absorber anthers and bumpers - they fly off the seat (relevant for cars manufactured before 2012).

As for the disadvantages of the suspension, first of all I would like to note the small resource of floating silent blocks wishbones rear suspension, often have to be changed on a run of 60-70 thousand km. The stabilizer struts go a little less - 40-50 thousand km. Also not famous for a large resource rear springs - they sag, and shock absorbers - go up to 80-100 thousand km. Other rear suspension elements can last up to 150,000 km. In the front suspension, before 100,000 km, only the struts and stabilizer bushings need to be replaced - they go up to 60,000 km. Ball joints and wheel bearings serve an average of 100-120 km, shock absorbers, thrust bearings and silent blocks nurture up to 150,000 km. Cars with four-wheel drive by 100,000 km, the bracket may begin to collapse rear armto which the stabilizer post is attached.

On cars equipped with a tire pressure sensor, it is necessary to replace tires or repairs very carefully, since often inexperienced craftsmen break off the spool ( it has a pressure sensor), because of which you had to buy a new part, but it is not cheap. There are also complaints about the reliability of the steering, equipped with an electric booster. As a rule, the bushings wear out by 80-100 thousand km - if there is a problem, a knock appears while driving on an uneven road. On some specimens on the same run, the rack gears wore out. Steering tips run 70-100 thousand km, thrust up to 150,000 km. Problems with the brake system are also possible, some owners complain about premature failure of the brake pedal limit switch. If the car is equipped with a keyless start system, if there is such a problem, it will not work to start the engine, and the automatic transmission will also not work.

Salon and electronics

The quality of the finishing materials of the Hyundai ix35 interior is quite budgetary, because of this, you should not count on good wear resistance - the plastic panel elements are easily scratched, the air duct deflectors, at times, break only from a harmless attempt to change the flow in an unheated car. You should not rely on good acoustic comfort - at first, the whistle of the stove fan starts to disturb (cleaning and additional lubrication of the motor solves the problem). Then the "crickets" from the armrest are connected to the symphony, and then the center console with the glove compartment and the trim of the trunk lid. The problem is solved by gluing the Shumkov, but do not use excessive force so as not to break the plastic fasteners.

It is impossible to ignore the front seats, which by 100,000 km of run, in addition to having many defects in the upholstery (cracking leatherette), also lose their shape (crumbling filler of the driver's seat cushion). As for the reliability of electronics, not everything is so smooth here either. After several winters, the rear view camera fails. The reason is that the contacts (connectors) on the microcircuit are oxidized. For the same reason, standard parking sensors also fail. Rarely, but still, there are malfunctions of the head unit. In some instances, in the first years of life, the warning lamps spontaneously lit up, followed by a short-term shutdown of the instrument panel. When contacting the dealer, the "tidy" was changed under warranty.

Outcome:

Despite the impressive list possible problems it is impossible to call Hyundai ix35 (Tussan) unreliable, since all these problems are unlikely to be overwhelmed by the same car. But whether it is worth buying this car in the secondary market is up to you. But do not forget that when choosing this model, you need to take into account many factors, especially if you want to purchase an all-wheel drive version, because, for example, a faulty clutch can result in a very expensive repair.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help the readers of our site when choosing a car.

Best regards, editors AutoAvenu

Confused by the problem of oil change in Hyundai ix35? No problem! Transmission - automatic (or automatic transmission). The manufacturer himself makes a rather loud statement that "the filled oil is designed for the full life of the car." Obviously, this phrase conceals a different meaning: "The service life is identical to the warranty period." The gearbox itself, installed in the Hyundai ix35, has a documented warranty of 120 thousand kilometers. However, it is worth reading the opinions of specialists and just responsible drivers, as a very interesting point immediately becomes clear - an oil change is not only recommended, but also mandatory every, maximum , 70 thousand kilometers.

The most common reasons for drivers of a designated brand and manufacturer to change oil are:

• Sufficient love for the vehicle, a master's attitude. And, as a result, the opinion that after runs of tens of thousands of kilometers in the automatic transmission there is more "working off" than the oil suitable for further operation;
• Dynamic driving style, frequent cravings for acceleration, high-speed mode on highways in the region of 150 kilometers per hour, sometimes more;
• Unwillingness to operate a car of hundreds of thousands of mileage. Reluctance towards the end warranty period to hear from buyers the phrase: "Something is pulling." The opinion that it is better to give a small amount in the present than to pay it in the future, but multiplied by 10.

Oil change process options

There are several ways to change the oil on the Hyundai ix35. The first one, which will be offered by most garages for the designated Hyundai model, will be as follows: the replacement is done by draining the "working off", then filling the system with volumes of new oil in about 5 liters. Then the procedure is repeated after half an hour. For the price, this option can vary, depending on the regions, from 3 to 5 thousand. If you evaluate this method, then this is not the most popular and recommended option. The second assumes the presence in the workshop where you brought your car, a special apparatus that carries out replacement of oils in the transmission and engine. The replacement process in this case is carried out as follows:

• selection of oil depending on the manufacturer's recommendations, which are determined by referring to special catalogs;
• replacement of the oil filter;
• the removal of "working off" by means of a special probe with a tube and a dipstick (such a device allows you to remove all excess impurities and sediments, this is explained by the fact that the device works by creating a vacuum in the exhaust device);
• the use of special fluids for flushing;
• when the used oil is removed entirely, filling in fresh oil, as well as an accompanying check of the vehicle's performance.

I would like to emphasize that certain workshops offer some stages of hardware replacement at the discretion of the driver. So, replacing the filter and using cleaning agents are not mandatory steps. It is also important to understand what kind of oil is used in transmissions of the Hyundai ix35 series. In addition, it should be understood that the price of hardware replacement when using additional services offered by car workshops increases in proportion to the list of work performed. There is also a third method, which is usually called "replacement through traffic jams", it consists in the following: the car is pre-started, in parallel with this, the old oil is drained and fresh oil is immediately refilled. At the same time, the box "rides" on suspended wheels. It is worth noting that this replacement method is suitable only for models purchased from scratch and having a mileage of no more than 40 thousand kilometers. The reason is that fresh, high base number oil will instantly come into contact with the box, which is fraught with adverse effects.

What kind of oil in an automatic transmission Hyundai ix35 is better to fill

An important point will be the filling of the correct oil, ideally suited for models with an automatic transmission. Especially if, for some reason, the owner decides to make a replacement on his own, because auto repair shops often have special catalogs available, which are guided by the masters when changing the oil in engines and transmissions of certain cars. Specifically, for changing the Hyundai ix35 oil, it is recommended to purchase one of the proposed types.

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As for the body of the Hyundai ix35, it is still premature to talk about its tendency to corrosion, since even the earliest copies of the Korean crossover have just completed their first five-year plan. But about quality paintwork certain conclusions can be drawn now. It turned out to be not too resistant to external influences and frankly the weak point of the Hyundai ix35. Small chips and scratches on most cars of the model can be found easily. However, the owners of almost all modern cars face similar problems. But the doors that close with too much force are entirely on the conscience of those who are assembling the Korean crossover. Fortunately, most often the problem goes away after adjusting the locks.

The interior of the Hyundai ix35 begins to creak noticeably over time. But this is not so bad. Worse, on many cars, the driver's seat cushion filling begins to crumble after 30-40 thousand kilometers. All the more surprising is the fact that Koreans change the seat cushion under warranty without any problems, but at the same time they do not even try to change the filler supplier or somehow change the seat design. There are complaints about the steering wheel trim. It is also not very durable.

There are not so many electronics in Hyundai ix35 by modern standards, but from time to time it makes itself felt. So, for example, the head unit may start to "glitch" without any reason. Parktronic sensors are not too durable on the Korean crossover. And the ix35 already managed to scare some car enthusiasts by the sudden lighting of all the control lamps, after which the instrument panel went out for a short time. Although in this case official dealers the Korean company did not try to disown the problem and changed the dashboard under warranty.

There were as many as three engines for the Hyundai ix35 sold in our market - one gasoline (2 liters, 150 horsepower) and two diesel (2 liters, 136 and 184 horsepower). Each of these power units in the gas distribution mechanism it has a chain, so for most motorists so far it all boiled down to a periodic oil change. And it pleases. Although the majority of ix35s have not yet managed to run significant runs, we can already say that the engines installed in this model do not have any obvious design errors or weaknesses.

The situation is the same with gearboxes. On "mechanics" hyundai owners ix35 do not complain at all, but automatic transmission gear changes are sometimes scolded for the fact that after a long uniform movement, it seems to fall into a stupor and does not want to get into work at the necessary moment. And even though this effect appears spontaneously and very rarely, but if desired, Hyundai dealers reflash the electronic unit control of the gearbox.

Suspension is perhaps the most weakness Korean crossover ix35 at the moment. Native shock-absorbing jays on Hyundai ix35 can start knocking after 10 thousand kilometers. And with the onset of cold weather, the amount extraneous sounds only increases. However, there are those owners who managed to drive about 60-80 thousand kilometers on the ix35, but did not encounter this problem. It turns out that there is still a range of quality in the assembly and selection of components supplied to the assembly line. Another characteristic source of noise in the suspension of the Korean crossover is the shock absorber bump stop and the boot flying from its seat. On cars that were produced before 2012, dealers corny fixed the boot with sealant or electrical tape. After that, the Koreans completely eliminated this constructive miscalculation.

Talk about the reliability of steering and brake system Hyundai ix35 is too early. On some cars, steering rack knocks and ABS sensor failures were recorded, but so far these are rather isolated cases. It is premature to draw any conclusions based on them.

So, in general, Hyundai ix35 is still happy. Even more encouraging is the fact that the Koreans do not deny the existing problems and are trying to quickly eliminate them. And let the Korean crossover grow over time with "sores", but now we can safely say that in terms of reliability it will in any case be one of the leaders in the class of compact crossovers.

Verdict

Weaknesses / problem areas:

• Varnish and paint coating - prone to chips and scratches
• Poorly closing doors
• Creak in the cabin
• Steering wheel trim - short-lived
• Parktronic sensors - short-lived
• Possible airbag defect
• Suspension

Strong / Safe Places:

• Engine
• Gearbox (both manual transmission and automatic transmission)
• Brake system
• Steering