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SsangYong Korando III (C, facelift 2017) 2.0 e-XGi (150 Hp) AWD Automatic
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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)
III (C, facelift 2017) Overview:
SsangYong Korando (III (C, facelift 2017)). With 197 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1715 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. 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.
2.0 e-XGi (150 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar performance to the FWD automatic, with the added weight of AWD slightly dulling acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to the FWD version due to the AWD system, making it less economical for regular use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money and standard equipment levels
- • Strong and efficient 2.2 e-XDi diesel engine options
- • Capable AWD system for varied conditions
- • Robust build quality and practical SUV design
- • Spacious interior for passengers and cargo
Cons:
- • Petrol 2.0 e-XGi engine can feel underpowered and less economical
- • Interior materials and refinement lag behind some European and Japanese rivals
- • Automatic transmission can be slow to respond
- • Brand image and resale value may not be as strong as competitors
- • Dated infotainment system compared to newer models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (C, facelift 2013): 2013 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Korando |
| Generation: | III (C, facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 e-XGi (150 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 197 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G20DF [Same engine] More details about the engine G20DF |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1715 |
| Max. weight: | 2170 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4410 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1675 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1573 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1558 mm |
| Front overhang: | 920 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 840 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 180 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 |
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