Used SsangYong Korando for sale: everything you need to know

The SsangYong Korando might come from a lesser known Korean manufacturer but that can mean this gets you a great deal on used models of this fourth-generation version of the vehicle, now available in the UK.

This car landed on UK shores in 2011 and is still available to buy new, thanks to its successful reception and uptake. As the design makes apparent, this fits into the "soft-roader" SUV category, which means there is plenty of competition out there. This has managed to undercut a lot of the competitors on price while still offering decent features and well-made finishes.

Despite appearing as a softer SUV this still has the power to pull more than two tonnes behind it thanks to a torquey engine that manages to offer decent fuel economy. There are lots of choices from across the years including two or four-wheel drive, various diesel and petrol engines and either manual or automatic transmissions.

Expect to see where savings are made in the basic infotainment system, wafty handling in corners and plenty of hard plastics on the internal layout. Key rivals for the SsangYong Korando include the Nissan Qashqai, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage.

Should you buy a used SsangYong Korando?

The SsangYong Korando is a decent affordable SUV option for anyone who wants a reliable Korean build quality with basic features covered but without too much luxury.

This is in a busy space for this type of car but it stands out thanks to a lot of room inside that makes for a very comfortable experience. This is a wide car which means even in the back there is enough room for three large adults to be sat abreast with plenty of head and leg room. Plus you can recline the rear bench for a rare level of rear seat comfort you don't often see. These seats fold totally flat making for a great loading space in the rear too.

Even the entry level model, after 2014, comes with decent kit including cruise control, heated electric door mirrors, keyless entry, air con, alloy wheels and Bluetooth. The engine in a current gen Korando is a 1.5-petrol or 1.6-diesel with varying output power, which can be equipped with either two- or four-wheel drive and manual or auto transmissions. 

The SsangYong Korando comes with a massive seven-year or 100,000-mile warranty which sets owners' minds at ease. It also means these can hold their resale value for a long time representing a good investment in the new used models.

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What’s the best used SsangYong Korando model to buy?

The SsangYong Korando comes with a variety of options across the years it's been on the market for. That means a choice of diesel and petrol engines, drivetrains and trims.

The ELX base model comes with a petrol engine only, manual gearbox and two-wheel drive. This has a cloth upholstery, 17-inch alloys with all-weather tyres, cruise control, DAB radio plus auto lights and wipers.

Step up to the next level in the Ventura trim and you have the same engine and synthetic upholstery only now with larger 18-inch alloys, heated front seats, parking sensors and a digital instrument cluster and 8-inch touchscreen.

Go higher in the Pioneer trim and there is a diesel engine with two or four-wheel drive, faux leather and cloth upholstery, rear-view camera, and infotainment system.

The Ultimate trim, as the name suggests, gives it all. That means you get a front-wheel drive petrol or a diesel with four-wheel drive, full leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, 19-inch alloys, keyless entry, LED headlights and the best digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen.

Used SsangYong Korando fuel economy and performance

• SsangYong Korando 1.5 petrol: This 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine offers 163 BHP for a 0-60 MPH time of 9.8-seconds with 172 g/km CO2 and a combined 37 MPG.
• SsangYong Korando 1.6 diesel: This 1.6-litre diesel engine delivers 134 BHP for a 0-60 MPH time of 10.7 seconds with 184 g/km CO2 and 43 MPG.

What used SsangYong Korando trim levels are available?

• The SsangYong Korando ELX is the entry-level trim, and is the most affordable to buy or lease. It’s available with decent specs including 17-inch alloys and auto lights and wipers.
• The SsangYong Korando Venture is the mid-level trim, with upgraded 18-inch alloys, parking sensors and part synthetic leather interior.
• The SsangYong Korando Pioneer is the more premium version with four-wheel drive options, heated front seats and parking sensors.
• The SsangYong Korando Ultimate is the most premium version with keyless entry, LED headlights, full leather upholstery and 19-inch alloys.

SsangYong Korando dimensions and boot size

The SsangYong Korando’s dimensions are: 

• Length: 4450mm 
• Width: 1870mm 
• Height: 1630mm 

The SsangYong Korando’s boot size is: 

• 551 litres

Used SsangYong Korando road tax

The SsangYong Korando from 2011 to 2019 sits at between £180 base rate and £365 per year. The 2019 and newer models all sit at the base rate of £180 per year.

How much is it to insure a SsangYong Korando? 

The SsangYong Korando starts at insurance group 17 at the base model and runs up to 27 for the premium versions so expect a varied range of quotes based on your situation as well as the trim and year of your model.

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