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SsangYong Korando III (C) 2.0 CDI (175 Hp) AWD Automatic High Power
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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) Overview:
SsangYong Korando (III (C)). With 360 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1591 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 10.3 s). The top speed reaches 186 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 CDI (175 Hp) AWD Automatic High Power Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong and smooth performance for an SUV of its size, with decent acceleration for daily driving and highway cruising thanks to the 175 Hp diesel engine.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate for an AWD automatic diesel SUV from this period, suitable for mixed driving but not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and capable diesel engine performance
- • Good fuel economy, especially with the manual transmission
- • Spacious interior and generous boot capacity
- • Competitive pricing and good value for money
- • Available AWD system for enhanced traction and versatility
Cons:
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Limited brand appeal and potentially lower resale value
- • Automatic transmission is less fuel-efficient than the manual
- • Acceleration is not class-leading, particularly the manual variant
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (KJ): 2001 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Korando |
| Generation: | III (C) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 CDI (175 Hp) AWD Automatic High Power |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 175 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 87.6 Hp/l [80mm more] |
| Torque: | 360 Nm @ 2000-3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D20DTF More details about the engine D20DTF |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 186 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 226.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1591 |
| Max. weight: | 2100 |
| Max load: | 509 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1312 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 486 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4410 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [11mm less] |
| Height: | 1675 mm mm [265mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [170mm more] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 180 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| 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 [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/60 R17; 225/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17; 6.5J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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