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SsangYong Korando Cabrio II (KJ) 2.3 (140 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)
Cabrio II (KJ) Overview:
SsangYong Korando (Cabrio II (KJ)). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.3 (140 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers decent power for general driving and light off-roading, but lacks refinement and becomes strained at higher speeds, especially on highways.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is relatively high for its class and performance, making it less economical for daily commuting or long journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust Mercedes-Benz licensed engines
- • Excellent off-road capability
- • Unique Cabriolet styling option
- • Durable and simple mechanics
- • Good value for a capable 4x4
Cons:
- • Poor on-road refinement and handling
- • High fuel consumption (especially petrol)
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Sluggish performance (particularly the diesel)
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Korando |
| Generation: | Cabrio II (KJ) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 (140 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet, SUV |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 140 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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