Ssangyong Korando To Be Launched All Over The World in 2011 - Specifications, Features

South Korea based auto manufacturer Ssangyong's new SUV Ssangyong Korando is expected to make it's appearance in the roads all over the world in 2011. Ssangyong plans to market new Korando in India via Mahindra & Mahindra.
The new Ssangyong Korando is powered by a 1998cc Diesel engine, which can deliver it a maximum power of 173Bhp @ 4000rpm and torque of 360Nm @ 2000rpm.



The following Variants of Korando will be available:

• Two-Wheel Drive, Manual
• Two-Wheel Drive, Manual - High Line
• Two-Wheel Drive, Automatic - High Line
• All-Wheel Drive, Manual - High Line
• All-Wheel Drive, Automatic - High Line

The Technical Specifications of Ssangyong Korando is given below:

SSANGYONG KORANDO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE	1998cc, 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel
BODY TYPE	SUV
SEGMENT	D Segment
MAX. POWER	173Bhp @ 4000rpm
MAX. TORQUE	360Nm @ 2000rpm
SUSPENSION	Independent McPherson, Coil Springs
GEAR TRANSMISSION	6 - Speed, Manual
BRAKES	Front: Ventilated Rear: Disk
STEERING	Tilt
L x W x H	4410 x 1830 x 1675 (mm)
SEATING CAPACITY	5
TURNING RADIUS	10.90 mtrs
BOOT SPACE	486 ltrs
GROUND CLEARANCE	180 mm
KERB WEIGHT	1672 kg
FUEL TANK	57 ltrs
PRICE	Rs. 15,00,000/-

The Major Features of Ssangyong Korando are:-

• Alloys
• Tachometer
• Body Color Bumpers
• Trip Meter - 2
• AC Without Climate Control
• Rear Armrest With Cup Holder
• Power Windows
• Rear Defogger
• Rear Wiper
• Remote Boot
• Remote Central Locking
• Remote Fuel Filler
• Manually Adjustable Driver Seat
• Dash Integrated Music System
• Electronic Door Mirrors On Both Sides
• Leather Seats
• Rear AC Vent
• Sun Roof
• Tinted Glass
• Folding Rear Seats
• Controls On Steering

Ssangyong Korando is equipped with the following Safety Features:-

• ABS
• EBD
• ESP
• Traction Control
• Fog Lamp
• Parking Sensors
• Airbag - 4

The price tag of new Korando will be around Rs. 15,00,000.



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Mahindra & Mahindra's SsangYong acquisition is almost done, pays $ 463 million for 70% authority

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Indian leading SUVs maker on 23 Nov said it has signed a definitive agreement with Korean(South) Automaker SsangYong Motor Company (SYMC) to acquire 70 percent stake for $463 million which include $378-million of new SsangYong stocks and $85-million of SsangYong bonds.

M&M said it acquisition may be done by end of March 2011.

Recently, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has received a green signal from the court in Seoul and the company has also reached to an agreement with the SsangYong labour union.

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has signed a tripartite agreement that contains provisions for employment protection, long-term investment and commitment for no labor dispute. SsangYong is likely to retain Korean management after the acquisition.

"The coming together of Mahindra and SsangYong will result in a competitive global UV player. Together with its financial capability, Mahindra offers competence in sourcing and marketing strategy while SsangYong has strong capabilities in technology," M&M president (automotive & farm equipment sectors) Pawan Goenka said.

He said there was also an opportunity to introduce a premium portfolio of SUVs in the Indian market, providing a new growth avenue for SsangYong and "further strengthen our dominant position in the UV segment".

SsangYong Motors is a major manufacturer of sports utility vehicles (SUV) and recreational vehicles (RV), thus giving Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) a wide market to make mark.

Src: [NDTV]