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SsangYong launches affordable new crossover, the Korando SE

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SsangYong (meaning double dragons), the longest established Korean vehicle manufacturer, has just announced that it is adding a new low priced crossover model to its Korando range - the Korando SE. The SE features a higher level of equipment that would normally be found in more expensive cars, including Electronic stability programme (ESP) with Hill Start Assist, Active Rollover Protection (ARP) and ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). It also comes equipped with luxury touches including roof rails, tinted glass and rear parking sensors, while inside there are electric windows front and rear, a leather covered steering wheel and gear shift, air conditioning, cruise control and a Kenwood MP3 CD & RDS radio with iPod & Bluetooth, remote audio controls and six speakers.  “With a new and extremely affordable purchase price, a highly competitive PCP scheme on all models and a market leading 5 year limitless mileage warranty, there has never been a better time to purcha...

SsangYong adds new LCV 4x4 van to Korando range

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How does a new 4x4 van from just £15,995 on the road sound? SsangYong has announced they are adding a new low priced 4x4 light commercial model to its Korando range - the Korando CSX. The CSX is based on the passenger carrying Korando SX. It is a small delivery van, a go-anywhere vehicle for service engineers or simply a light commercial to ensure you reach your destination whatever the weather or terrain, the 4x4 Korando CSX makes the perfect business partner. The Korando range is also a highly practical workhorse. The completely flat load area is accessed via a high lifting tailgate or two side doors, and packs a useful 1,312 cubic litre load volume. There’s a load deck length of 152.5 cm, and 96.5 cm between the wheel arches. The car also carries a very practical 433 kg payload, and willingly pulls a 2 tonne trailer. The Korando CSX is powered by a new lower CO 2 version of the Korando power unit. Developing 149ps@4,000rpm, this advanced 2.0 litre four cylinder turbo diesel engine ...

New Sports utility pick-up from SsangYong Motor UK

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SsangYong Motor UK has announced the arrival of their new Korando Sports utility pick-up. SsangYong cars are manufactured in South Korea by SsangYong Motor Company, which is 70 per cent owned by the Indian engineering conglomerate Mahindra & Mahindra, and imported into the UK by SsangYong Motor UK. It is the fourth largest South Korean automobile manufacturer and the name SsangYong means double dragons. The pick-up was first introduced as a sport utility concept only at international motor shows in 2011, and in production ready form at the 2012 Geneva Motor show. "This is more a passenger car with pick-up versatility,” said Paul Williams, CEO of SsangYong Motor UK. “Consequently, it offers refinements that few of our competitors can match." The Korando is powered by the latest e-XDi active diesel engine. This new 2 litre engine provides maximum power of 155PS and peak torque of 360Nm delivered between 1,500rpm and 2,800rpm providing ample performance both on and off road....