Who bought SsangYong?
Mahindra & Mahindra
A 70% share of SsangYong was acquired by Mahindra & Mahindra in February 2011, after being named the preferred bidder in 2010 to acquire the bankruptcy-protected company. Mahindra’s acquisition was approved by South Korea’s Free Trade Commission.
What kind of car is the SsangYong Musso?
The SsangYong Musso is a mid-sized SUV or pickup truck manufactured by the South Korean automaker SsangYong from 1993. The Musso SUV was a result of collaboration between SsangYong and Daimler-Benz. The car’s design was styled by Ken Greenley. The car has a double cab pick-up version named Musso Sports.
When did Ken Greenley design the SsangYong Musso?
SsangYong Musso (SUV) The car was designed by Briton Ken Greenley and received the Auto Design Award from the Birmingham Auto Show hosted in 1994 and 1996. Also known for its off-road abilities, the vehicle won the Rallye des Pharaons for 4WD vehicles in October 1994. A facelifted version has been available since 1998.
How many people can fit in a Musso?
The Musso seats five people, a folding trunk seat is avaliable in rare models for a total of seven. The wheels are fit for off-road driving, similar to its smaller sibling, the Korando.
What was the problem with the SsangYong Musso transfer case?
The transfer case caused some grief on early models due to the electric shift motor (coloured blue) overloading the shift fork, which was rectified on a service campaign. Front upper control arm bushes are also known to chop out, but improved aftermarket bushes are available to eliminate that problem.
What kind of engine does SsangYong Musso have?
For greater efficiency and fuel-economy, the Musso features a selectable 4×4 with high and low range to keep you firmly in control, on and off the road. The Musso makes light work of hauling a large caravan, boat or work trailer. The E-XDI turbo diesel engine is able to tow a massive 3.5 tonne – that’s serious pulling power.
Is the Musso a 4 wheel drive vehicle?
Sharing its underpinnings with the Rexton SUV, Musso’s body-on-frame construction provides give an extremely strong vehicle that delivers excellent off-road driving performance and safety from its quad-frame and four-wheel-drive system.
What kind of warranty does SsangYong Musso have?
The engineering is sound, the history of this manufacturer is credible and well documented and the all-new Musso is impressively competitive, backed by a seven-year, unlimited distance warranty. Delivery magazine is forecasting a positive future ahead for the brand and what could be rapid acceptance of the Musso, despite the intense competition.”
How many years of experience does SsangYong have with 4 wheel drive?
At SsangYong, we don’t just understand 4×4, we’re fluent in it. Specialists with over 60 years of 4-wheel drive experience. The Musso 4×4 system draws on all the 60 years of SsangYong experience of continuously advancing 4×4 technology. The Musso takes every surface in its stride.