SSANGYONG’S NEW KORANDO is the company’s most advanced vehicle ever, and delivers a tempting combination of class-leading value, safety and features.
Headlining the range is the entry-level Korando EX, starting at a driveaway price of $26,990, and powered by SsangYong’s new high-tech 1.5 litre turbo-charged petrol engine with 6-speed manual transmission.
Comfort and convenience levels rival those of vehicles at a significantly higher price point with the Korando EX featuring an LCD instrument cluster, 8-inch Smart Audio touchscreen paired with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, auto on/off and levelling projector headlights, rain-sensing wipers and heated auto folding side mirrors across the range.
The new Korando offers advanced levels of occupant and pedestrian safety equipment as standard in all models. Features such as Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEBS), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Front Collision Warning (FCW) and Reverse Camera are included across the range.
The new turbo-charged petrol engine produces 120kW of power and 280Nm of torque, spread across a wide range of 1,500 to 4,000 rpm, and mated to either the 6-speed manual or Aisin 6-speed automatic.
The turbo-charged petrol engine with auto transmission is also available when moving up the model range to ELX and Ultimate.
For the driveaway price starting at $30,990, ELX has 18-inch alloy wheels, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Lane Change Assist (LCA), leather steering wheel, smart key and intelligent Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA-i) with braking intervention.
The Ultimate model at $36,990 (driveaway price) adds 19-inch alloy wheels, SsangYong’s new 10.25-inch LCD full colour instrument cluster, power sunroof and tailgate, heated front and rear leather seats, cool vented front seats, heated steering wheel, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), LED front fog lights and dual-zone climate control.
As well as a five-star ANCAP safety rating, every model in the all-new Korando range is covered by SsangYong’s industry-leading 777 Customer Care Package with seven-year unlimited kilometre warranty, seven-year roadside assist and seven-year service price menu which is offered to both private and fleet customers.
The all-new Korando Petrol range is now making its way to SsangYong dealerships across the country. Limited stock of ELX LE and Ultimate LE diesels is currently available with ELX and Ultimate diesel models to follow early in the new year.
AVAILABILITY
Available now:
- ELX 1.5L Turbo Petrol Auto
- Ultimate 1.5L Turbo Petrol Auto
- ELX LE 1.6L Turbo Diesel Auto
- Ultimate LE 1.6L Turbo Diesel Auto
Available early 2020:
- EX 1.5L Turbo Petrol Manual & Auto
- ELX 1.6L Turbo Diesel Auto
- Ultimate 1.6L Turbo Diesel Auto
EQUIPMENT
Korando EX Petrol $26,990 Manual, $28,990 Auto (Recommended drive away price)
- 1.5 Litre Turbo-Charged Petrol Engine
- 6-Speed Manual or Automatic Transmission
- 17-Inch Alloy Wheels
- Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Cruise Control
- Air Conditioning
- Seatbelt Pretensioners and Load Limiters
- Seat Belt Reminders for All Positions
- Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEBS)
- Front Collision Warning (FCW)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Front Vehicle Start Alarm (FVSA)
- Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
- Safety Distance Alert (SDA)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- 3.5-Inch LCD Instrument Cluster
- 8-Inch Smart Audio Touchscreen with 6 Speakers
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Reverse Camera
- Adjustable Speed Limit Warning
- Acoustic Windscreen
- Speed and Rain Sensing Windscreen Wipers
- Power Windows with Driver’s One Touch Down
- Auto On/Off Projector Levelling Headlights
- LED Combination Tail lamps
- Grey and Black Cloth Seats
- Body Coloured Side Mirrors, Heated, Auto Folding, LED Indicators and Puddle Lamp
- Tailgate Spoiler with High Mounted LED Stop Light
- Anti-theft Alarm and Immobiliser
Korando ELX $30,990 Petrol, $33,990 Diesel (Recommended drive away price)
Key specs of EX plus:
- 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
- 18-Inch Diamond Cut Alloy Wheel
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert-intervention (RCTA-i)
- Exit Assist Function (EAF)
- Front and Rear Parking Sensors
- Smart Key
- Power Windows with Driver’s One Touch Up & Down
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Korando Ultimate $ 36,990, $ 39,990 Diesel (Recommended drive away price)
Key specs of ELX plus:
- 19-inch Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Heated Steering Wheel
- 10.25-Inch Full Colour LCD Instrument Cluster
- Power Operated Sunroof
- Power Operated Tailgate
- Electric Park Brake (EPB)
- Dual Zone Climate Control
- LED Triple Front Fog Lamps
- Chrome Grille
- Leather Seats
- Heated and Cool Vented Front Seats
- Heated Rear Seats
- Privacy Glass Rear Doors and Tailgate
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| EX | EX | ELX | Ultimate | ELX | Ultimate | ||||
| Engine | Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol | 1.6L Turbo Diesel | ||||||
| Capacity | 1497cc | 1597cc | |||||||
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.5:1 | |||||||
| Bore x Stroke | 76 x 82.2mm | 76 x 88mm | |||||||
| Cylinders | 4 in-line | ||||||||
| Drive Configuration | Front Wheel Drive (2WD) | ||||||||
| Transmission | 6-MT | 6-AT | |||||||
| Fuel type | 95 RON (ULP) | Diesel | |||||||
| Emissions standard | Euro 5 | Euro 6 | |||||||
| Fuel tank capacity | 47 litres | ||||||||
| Exterior | Overall length | 4450mm | |||||||
| Overall width | 1870mm | ||||||||
| Overall height | 1620mm | ||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2675mm | ||||||||
| Track | Front | 1590mm | |||||||
| Rear | 1610mm | ||||||||
| Overhang | Front | 910mm | |||||||
| Rear | 865mm | ||||||||
| Min. ground clearance | 182mm | 164mm | |||||||
| Min. turning circle | 10.7m | ||||||||
| Weight | Gross Vehicle Weight | 1955kg | 2040kg | 2160kg | |||||
| Kerb weight | 1391kg | 1396kg | 1475kg | ||||||
| Gross trailer weight | Braked | 1500kg | 2000kg | ||||||
| Unbraked | 500kg | 750kg | |||||||
| Performance | Max. power | 120kW/5500rpm | 100kW/4000rpm | ||||||
| Max. torque | 280Nm @ 1500-4000rpm | 324Nm @ 1500rpm | |||||||
| Fuel Econ | Combined | tbc | 7.7L/100km | 5.5L/100km | |||||
| Emissions | CO2 (Combined) | tbc | 179g/km | 144g/km | |||||
| Front suspension | McPherson strut with stabiliser bar | ||||||||
| Rear suspension | Multi-link with stabiliser bar | ||||||||
| Cargo volume | 2nd row seats up | 551 litres | |||||||
| 2nd row seats down | 1248 litres | ||||||||
Once we have tested and assessed the new SsangYong Korando, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.