It is powered by a 2.0 diesel engine, with a 1.7 diesel arriving in January 2011. The 2.0 diesel engine version is launching at the 1.7 diesel price, €26,995. CO2 emissions are 147g/km.
Standard equipment includes ESP, 17“ alloy wheels, roof rack, USB and iPod connectivity, voice activated Bluetooth.
The IX 35 has a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty.