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SsangYong Korando II (KJ) 2.3 i 16V (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)
II (KJ) Overview:
SsangYong Korando (II (KJ)). With 204 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1785 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 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.3 i 16V (140 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and light highway use. It strikes a good balance between power and usability for a mid-range petrol SUV.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a petrol SUV, better than the larger V6 options, making it a more economical choice for general use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust, body-on-frame construction for durability
- • Excellent off-road capability with proper 4x4 system
- • Mercedes-Benz derived engines (for some variants) known for reliability
- • Distinctive and unique styling
- • Good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially for petrol V6 models
- • Sluggish performance in lower-powered diesel variants
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Rough ride quality compared to more modern SUVs
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (KJ): 1996 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Korando |
| Generation: | II (KJ) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 i 16V (140 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 5300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 61 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 204 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2295 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.8 kg/Hp, 78.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 114.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1785 |
| Max. weight: | 2515 |
| Max load: | 730 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1200 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4330 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1841 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1940 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/75 R15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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