SsangYong Rexton - Budget SUV? (ENG) - Test Drive and Review
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- čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
- SsangYong Rexton is a midsize SUV that has been in production since 2001. Initially, it used Mercedes ML engines, but over time these were replaced by Koren powertrains, although still mated to Mercedes' G-Tronic transmissions. The second generation Rexton debuted in 2017. It shares the body-on-frame design with the Musso pickup. For 2020, SsangYong Rexton underwent a facelift. The car now features a prominent radiator grille, which would not look out of place on a recent BMW SUV. Also an 8-speed automatic transmission was added. SsangYong's styling is uncomplicated, but the car has presence. The Rexton is similar in size to the Kia Sorento, Lexus RX, Mercedes-Benz G-Class or Toyota Land Cruiser. Although its character is closer to that of the slightly larger Highlander.
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↔ SsangYong Rexton dimensions:
✔ length: 4850 mm
✔ width: 1960 mm
✔ height: 1825 mm
✔ wheelbase: 2865 mm
✔ boot/trunk: 820-1977 L
💲 SsangYong Rexton starting price: 45 490 euro
💲 SsangYong Rexton price as tested: 60 000 euro
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Chapters:
0:00 intro
0:20 history
1:05 design
2:15 engine
2:55 diagonal approach 4WD test
4:20 towing
4:40 performance
5:10 driving impressions
6:50 rolling mode
7:25 cockpit
9:30 rear seat
10:00 driving position
10:35 boot
11:40 pricing
11:55 conclusion - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I've had 2 Ssangyong's already and I just can't get enough of them. Excellent value for money and excellent quality. Love the brand, very underestimated.
i like your feedback, i am about to buy the G4, i have seen many videos and i like going through the comments. Thanks.!!
@@obaku1980 do a test drive first and you'll see what I'm talking about! 💪🏻
@@t0urniquet i already did, i was going to get a montero sport and after i had the test drive.. i really liked it.
I have owned a black edition in Australia for almost a year now. I love it. Brilliant car at a great price.
What's petrol like mate?
It's not wowing me, but I think the lack of brand recognition will put off more people than it should. Love your off-road tests!
One of the very few body-on-frame SUVs on sale in Europe.
Most SUVs nowadays are unibody construction which is cheaper to make.
Looks good. Wouldn't mind giving it a go. Good review.
I realy like the Rexton. It is one of the few alternatives to the LC 150 on the european market. Only missing a permanent 4wd and a rear locker.
Have had both the Rexton and the Musso - both are excellent, proper SUV/4WD vehicles - very well built and reliable. Point to note - the reference in the manual to the rear 'diff lock' engaging automatically - it's likely that your model doesn't have this feature - it's not standard, the U.K. version also does not have it. I don't really understand why Ssangyong chose not to make this standard given the size and likely purpose of this sort of car - but there it is.
I checked the spec sheet, and you're right. It's an option here too, and this one doesn't have it.
Quite reasonable price. Finding service centers may be tricky and resale options, at least near me, are very thin. So you will use the car until either of you dies.
If for no other reason I appreciate it a whole lot as one of the only body-on-frame SUVs in Europe left, as all Land/Range rovers are monococque nowadays and the new generation of Land Cruiser is too heavy for EU car classification. It's a ton of value, and is probably the most competent Ssangyong product by far, at least until the Torres arrives and then we'll see.
Torres looks very promising, though some "offroad" accents are amusing.
Land Cruiser 300 series is not too heavy. It pushes their corporate emissions too high and can’t compete with Range Rover. The new Grenadier in passenger vehicle form weighs 2.7 tons or more, which is what the LC300 weighs, and there is no restriction to its sale.
I think this would be an excellent 'retirement spec' SUV, especially for those outdoorsy types. It sounds like it would tow a caravan quite easily, and with low range 4WD it'll get you pretty much anywhere you'd want to go. It looks comfortable enough on the inside too, and not too much scary tech. Resale wouldn't be an issue either :)
Sounds about right.
@@MarekDrivesENG wanna see the underneath of the car to see the components of the chassis and see how solid is it
I am comparing it to the new kia sorento regarding solidity and durability
My uncle bought Korando (new), my brother bought new year later and now I am thinking of getting a Rexton in full. I had been already at dealer for little driving experience and car is exactly what I want
What does this Rexton compare to the Nissan Terra?
I am old enough to remember Ssangyong as a budget alternative of a real deal. For the price they are asking now you can buy a real deal instead.
There is no other real deal that can go off-road like this one and have its comfort for 50000E. You could go for the Land Cruiser, which with some options is around 75000.
I can only speak for the U.K but for a car of this size, spec and capability you would be looking to spend £60k as a minimum - and that would get you mid-spec cars such as the Land Cruiser, Defender etc. You can have a fully specified Rexton for £45k. In terms of build, fit and finish this is no budget alternative at all.
@@MarthaMansbridge I wouldn't touch a brand new Defender even with a 10-foot pole. Land Rovers suck when it comes to reliability. And here, in Romania, the cheapest Land Cruiser is 11000E more than the full Rexton. And the cheapest Land Cruiser sucks when it comes to comfort and options.
@@KenanGwallteryup..2nd handed even worst..
Hi Marek!
Do you maybe know, will Ssangyong import Torres in Europe, and which versions? As in, will it only get us the EV model, or the petrol one as well?
Thanks!
Yes, no idea what versions though. I suppose bringing an EV version to Eastern Europe and the Balkans (I'm assuming Balkans by your name) is pointless.
I agree with you: we (the Balkans, you guessed it right, I'm from Serbia, actually) usually get the petrol version of everything that has a petrol version, but there are rare cases when the car brand unifies the offer across Europe (or even wider than Europe), and then we're left only with some cars we can't afford...
Anyway, thanks for the reply!
nice
Very nice car. More than SUV - low gear range, real mechanical difflock on rear axle as option, but less than offroader - low clearance, fuel tank bottom lower than the frame without any shield, unshielded alu case of rear differential, unshielded wires and cables on the chassis with dubious sealing...
But value to price ratio is very good.
Normally Mercs powertrains have their transmission integrated with their engine: how could they do it to split for this car?
I think you are referring to the "fully integrated transmission control (VGS)" control unit.
Quite a few Ssangyong around the roads of West Wales. Not exactly common but not rare either. One of my small-farmer neighbours has a two year old Rexton. This latest facelift looks better.
I can't find the prices for the Ssanoung Rexton in Bulgaria, but 60K euro is the price of the Toyota LandCruiser Prado here. And they have some in that can be bought without waiting. It used to be my dream car, but when I tested it last year, I got really disappointed. The top spec version with the air suspension was like a truck, the diesel engine was very noisy, my dream got destroyed basically.
The Rexton with all bells and whistles, 5 seats and 18" rims is 50000E in Romania. Getting mine next week after 4 months of waiting. Also, I'll be installing the Ironman 4x4 suspension kit, which raises the car 3.5cm and drastically improves the comfort both on asphalt and offroad. This kit is 1000E + the installation fee. It's a bargain for this price. Can't recommend it enough!
Fine looking. But with the co2 level so high annual tax would be too high. Pity no hybrid option.
What you save on the price you lose elsewhere.
SsangYong Motor was sold from Mahindra to another owner and he have plans to change the name and logo to KG Mobility.
Yes, and no, they don't.
@@MarekDrivesENG They do... in Korea.
you forgot to tell us that it looks much more lik a chert tigo 8
I believe they use a Hyundai transmission now, not an MB unit anymore.
To be precise, they put the gearbox from the genesis g80 in it.
Rexton... a small town in New Brunswick Canada.... had to look that one up. ;). As for this vehicle, it puts me to sleep. It just looks like it's 3 generations behind other OEMs when it comes to materials etc. Oh well, they don't sell here so I should shut up. Thanks for the review Marek. The Toronto car show is a week away. I'll go do a walk since it's about 10mins from my house right next to the CN tower.
…with comparable street pricing of 45k$ in top spec, which OEM competitors are you referring to?
🤔 for the price, better go for the Mazda cx60
…why would you compare this to an CX60? Completely different propositions…
I think we all need to ask chine about this car
I can't find any real faults with this car but, I feel that I may be suffering with a case of unfounded badge snobbery. Which would stop me spending 60k on one.
I imagine it's going to be heavily discounted.
@@MarekDrivesENG Maybe so but, what are the residual figures going to be after 3 years?
If residuals are a factor Toyota is your brand.
If I were to lease a Rexton, it would be a 0 downpayment, and the lowest possible monthly instalment. In three years take it away, and I don't want to see it ever again.
@@MarekDrivesENG Never thought about leasing tbh. Only ever bought before but, you do have a very good point.
I guess it all depends on how long you're planning to drive the car for. For me owning a vehicle is an 8-12 years affair. Anything earlier I'm taking a significant depreciation hit on a car that should still be in good working order, and anything later exposes me to some potential costly repairs. But residuals on a 10-year old car don't really matter.
If I want to swap cars more frequently, then leasing is less hassle (also in my case it's a company tax write off, etc.)
Looks great on the outside, but needs modernization on the inside.
…they did it now, interior looks excellent…
Mid size? What's bigger? Lol. Great cars tho.
The price is shockingly expensive! Yes, it looks ok 'ish' in an american way! But I would not buy it even if I had a spare 40-50.000 euro! There are other well proven off roaders out there for similar money!
…just name a few, please! Thx.
…bla, bla, bla, …😂😂😂
…still missing your proof here, which alternatives do you think of?😂
you havent got a clue,
SsangYong Rexton was awful car and unreliable. Back then at least.
We're focussing on the present....So wisely forget what obtainrd back then.