Hyundai Ix25 Bound for US Market
Hyundai is planning to add a compact crossover to its lineup in the U.S.
According to a report from Automotive News Europe, the ix25 will be heading to Europe and the U.S. starting in 2017, giving Hyundai a competitor in a growing segment of compact crossovers. The ix25 has just gone on sale in China, where it is built and Hyundai’s official statement on the model is that “the car was developed specifically for China.”
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Still, with the growth of the crossover segment worldwide, Hyundai is looking for a competitive entry. At this year’s Geneva Motor Show, it unveiled the Intrado concept that further hints at the automaker’s subcompact plans.
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[Source: Automotive News Europe]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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