MORE grunt, better fuel efficiency and lower emissions are all being claimed by the 2016 model SsangYong Korando SUV crossover.
A major upgrade to the powertrain see a new enlarged Euro 6 2.2 litre diesel engine offering the choice of two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and either a 6-speed manual or new Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission.
2016 Korando highlights
- New 2.2 litre diesel Euro 6 engine;
- Power and economy up, CO2 emissions down;
- New 6 speed Aisin automatic transmission;
- 2-tonne towing capability;
- Three models from just £15,995;
- 4×4 underlines SsangYong SUV heritage;
- Same great value and class leading 5 year limitless mileage warranty.
Power from the newly developed e-XDi220 diesel engine is increased to 178PS and torque is upped to 400Nm, an increase of 19.4% and 11% respectively over the previous Euro 5 diesel 2.0 litre engine.
Big strides have also been made with CO2 emissions which have been reduced to 139g/km, down from 147g/km on the previous two-wheel drive, manual transmission model, while claimed fuel economy is now up to 53.3mpg for the 2-wheel drive manual compared with 47.1mpg on the model it replaces.
Designed by the Italian styling house Giugiaro, the new 2016 Korando also offers clear glass direction indicators, a new piano black radiator grille with additional chrome detailing on the ELX, and new-look 16-inch and 17-inch alloy wheels, as well as 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels on the top of the range model.
There are further improvements inside with an upgraded infotainment system on all models. The SE gets an RDS audio system with an MP3 player, Bluetooth, iPod / iPhone connectivity, while the EX features a 7-inch high-resolution touch screen with audio streaming from smart devices and a link to the rear view camera.
The top of the range ELX also benefits from a TomTom navigation system, and all feature a USB memory slot, Aux port and HDMI port.
The entry-level Korando SE starts from just £15,995 and comes with cloth trim, electric windows, air conditioning, cruise control, 16-inch alloy wheels, an RDS/Bluetooth radio, six airbags, roof rails, front fog lights and a rear parcel shelf as standard.
The range-topping Korando ELX weighs in at £20,995 and comes with on-demand four wheel drive as standard, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat, smart audio system with 7-inch touch screen with a Tom-Tom navigation system, additional chrome detailing inside and out and new 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels.
All models in the SsangYong range are covered by a best-in-class five-year limitless mileage warranty.
