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Daewoo Musso FJ 3.2 24V (220 Hp)
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Daewoo Musso:
The KGM Musso, formerly SsangYong Musso is a mid-size SUV or pickup truck manufactured by the South Korean automaker SsangYong from 1993.
The Musso SUV was a result of collaboration between SsangYong and Daimler-Benz. The car's design was styled by Ken Greenley. The car has a double cab pick-up version named Musso Sports. The SUV was produced from 1993 to 2005, and the pick-up produced from 2002 to 2005.
In 2018 Geneva Motor Show, SsangYong's new pickup truck was revealed, with the Musso nameplate. It features SsangYong's new body-on-frame platform, which it shares with the SsangYong/KGM Rexton....(Read more on Wikipedia)
FJ Overview:
Daewoo Musso (FJ). With 307 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1935 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Daewoo Musso (FJ) generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a rebadged SsangYong Musso, it likely featured basic safety equipment for its era, lacking modern active and passive safety systems.
3.2 24V (220 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust performance for its class, making highway cruising and overtaking much easier and more confident.
Fuel Economy
Expect high fuel consumption due to its large displacement and power output, typical for a powerful petrol SUV of its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust Mercedes-Benz derived engines (especially 3.2L petrol and 2.9TD diesel)
- • Capable off-road performance with a ladder-frame chassis and 4x4 system
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Good value on the used market
- • Comfortable ride for a rugged SUV
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Poor fuel economy, especially for petrol variants
- • Sluggish performance on lower-powered diesel and petrol trims
- • Limited modern safety features and no Euro NCAP rating
- • Can be prone to rust in certain areas
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daewoo |
| Model: | Musso |
| Generation: | FJ |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.2 24V (220 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 307 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1935 |
| Max. weight: | 2520 |
| Max load: | 585 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1910 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 780 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4640 mm mm |
| Width: | 1864 mm mm |
| Height: | 1735 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2630 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/70 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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