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SsangYong Korando IV 1.5 GDI (163 Hp)
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SsangYong Korando:
The KGM Korando, formerly SsangYong Korando is a mini SUV or compact crossover SUV built by the South Korean automobile manufacturer SsangYong from 1983 to 2006 and from 2010 onwards. The name Korando is a contraction of "Korea Can Do". The Korando brand is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as Korea’s longest surviving name plate.
In 1964, Ha Dong-hwan Motor Company began to assemble Jeeps, trucks, and buses for the US armed forces and for the United Nations Command.
In November 1969, the CJ-5 entered production with the 75 hp Willys Hurricane inline-four engine and in 1971, a ten-seater version and a pickup model were introduced. In April 1974, American Motors and Shinjin Motors formed a joint venture, Shinjin Jeep Motors, to build local Jeeps. These originally had a locally built AMC 258 ci straight-six engine with 110 hp SAE, but after the oil crises of the seventies Isuzu's 2. 8-liter 4BA1 diesel engine with 85 hp SAE was introduced in July 1979....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
SsangYong Korando (IV). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Korando IV achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating strong adult and child occupant protection, along with good safety assist systems, making it a very safe choice in its segment.
1.5 GDI (163 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Assuming this is the 2WD manual version of the 1.5 T-GDI, it offers lively performance for daily driving, feeling responsive and agile.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol SUV, benefiting from the lighter 2WD setup and manual transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating
- • Good value for money compared to rivals
- • Spacious and practical interior
- • Modern and attractive exterior design
- • Capable 4WD options available
- • Efficient diesel engine options
Cons:
- • Brand perception can be a hurdle in some markets
- • Petrol engines can be thirsty, especially with 4WD and automatic
- • Interior materials, while improved, may not match premium rivals
- • Limited dealer network in certain regions
- • Resale value might be lower than established competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (C, facelift 2017): 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Korando |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 GDI (163 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 163 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 108.9 Hp/l [42mm more] |
| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G15DTF More details about the engine G15DTF |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1248 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 551 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4452 mm mm [42mm more] |
| Width: | 1870 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Height: | 1620 mm mm [55mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2675 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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