Engines
2696 cc, Diesel, 162 bhp @ 4000 RPM power
2696 cc, Diesel, 184 bhp @ 4000 RPM power
Gearboxes
Automatic, AWD
5-speed, Manual, AWD
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Steering
Power steering
The Rexton W was unveiled at the 2012 Busan Motor Show in Korea and it is now on sale in 66 countries including European markets. The W stands for “Work of Art”. While we might not agree with the Ssangyong’s description, we will readily admit that the new model is much easier on the eyes than the Rexton II. Both new and old Rextons have been caught testing in India for a while, also confirming that certain components from the older car will make it to the vehicle offered in India.
Ssangyong Rexton
The new third generation Rexton gets an all-new front end with projector headlamps and daytime LED lights, chrome grille, new bumpers with integrated fog lamps and LED indicators. The Rexton W looks more proportionate with black treatment around the bottom and wider with fared wheel arches. The rear of the SUV looks unexciting, but it is functional. It will comfortably seat seven people – keeping it aligned with the Mahindra range! – and still have some space in the boot. Overall the Rexton feels premium, something that it will need to compete with the likes of the Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour, Chevrolet Captiva, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Hyundai Santa Fe and Renault Koleos.