2013 Hyundai ix35 ahead of Geneva

Hyundai will unveil a revised version of its European-market ix35 crossover - will make its first public outing at the Geneva auto show.

The exterior has received a number of subtle revisions, including bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and a slightly redesigned upper grille.

We hear the ix35's interior could be in line for a more thorough update, with a quality upgrade and there are tweaks to the engines.

The engine lineup has also receive some tweaks starting with the Nu 2.0-liter GDI petrol engine is tweaked to deliver better efficiency and more power. Also, the brand's 'R' diesel engine gains new clean technology features, such as the LP-EGR (low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation).

To further improve the European-tuned ride and handling characteristics, the ix35 benefits from Hyundai's three-mode FLEX STEER driving system.

Source: Hyundai