SsangYong Australia has detailed the pricing and standard specification of its updated Musso dual-cab ute ahead of their imminent arrival at local dealers.
Pricing for the updated SsangYong Musso range has risen by up to $1910, depending on the variant. The range now starts $40,000 drive-away for the ELX, and extends to $45,000 drive-away for the Ultimate.
The longer-wheelbase XLV Pack is still available across the entire Musso range for $1500. It lengthens the tub by 300mm; swaps out the multi-link coil rear suspension for leaf rear suspension which increases payload; and also increases peak torque to 420Nm.
With the update the entire Musso range now receives a new dashboard which comprises a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
Overseas models shown throughout
Other interior changes include horizontal air vents, two USB-C ports, as well as a touch-capacitive pod for the dual-zone climate control on the flagship Musso Ultimate with the optional Luxury Pack.
There’s a new mid-range Adventure variant that slots above the ELX and offers features like the black 18-inch alloy wheels and heated and ventilated front seats which were previously reserved for higher-specified models.
On the Musso Adventure and upwards, there’s a new LED fog light setup that’s positioned vertically in the lower bumper edges.
A new feature the entire updated SsangYong Musso range receives a soft-opening and easy-close tailgate.
The Korean carmaker also claims to have improved ride comfort by developing new lower body to chassis mounts.
Ultimate and Luxury Pack models gain touch-sensing front door locks with a walk-up welcome system that sees the side mirrors unfolded and puddle lamps illuminate when the drive walks up to the ute with the key.
The doors and tailgate also automatically lock when the driver walks away from the ute.
The Musso is now available with a new Amazonian Green exterior paint colour thanks to “dealer and customer feedback”. It joins the six-strong colour palette.
Pricing
- 2024 SsangYong Musso ELX: $40,000 (+$1210)
- 2024 SsangYong Musso Adventure: $42,500 (NEW)
- 2024 SsangYong Musso Ultimate: $45,000 (+$1910)
All prices are drive-away.
Powertrain
The 2024 SsangYong Musso range is powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine producing 133kW of power and 400Nm of torque. Longer-wheelbase XLV models ups the torque output to 420Nm.
This is now exclusively mated to an Aisin-sourced six-speed automatic transmission, with drive sent through a part-time four-wheel drive system with selectable low range, as well as an automatic-locking rear differential.
Efficiency
The 2024 SsangYong Musso range uses a claimed 8.6 litres per 100km in regular guise, increasing to 9.0 litres per 100km for the longer XLV models.
The entire range comes with a 75-litre fuel tank.
Dimensions
The standard-length Musso measures 5095mm long, 1950mm wide and 1840mm tall, with a 3100mm wheelbase.
Pre-update model
The Musso XLV measures 5409mm long, 1950mm wide and 1855mm tall, with a 3310mm wheelbase.
Both models have a braked towing capacity of 3500kg, with an unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.
Payload for standard-length models that have multi-link, coil spring rear suspension is 790kg, whereas payload for longer XLV models with leaf spring rear suspension is 1010kg.
Servicing and Warranty
The Musso is backed by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Logbook servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first. The first seven services are capped at $375.
Safety
The current Musso hasn’t been crash tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
There are two front airbags, front thorax airbags, and side head-protecting curtain airbags covering both seat rows. The centre rear seat still retains only a lap belt.
The entire range comes with the following standard safety equipment:
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Forward collision warning
- Lane departure warning
- Driver attention warning
- Reversing camera
- Front and rear parking sensors
The Adventure adds a tyre-pressure monitoring system.
The flagship Ultimate adds the following:
- Blind-spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane-change collision warning
- Safe Exit Warning
- Surround-view camera
Standard Equipment
The 2024 SsangYong Musso ELX comes standard with the following:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Full-size spare wheel
- Automatic high-beam
- LED daytime running lights
- Front fog lights
- Rain-sensing window wipers
- Heated side mirrors with integrated indicators
- Assisted tailgate operation
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Six-speaker sound system
- Two front USB-C ports
- Fabric upholstery
The Musso Adventure adds:
- 18-inch black alloy wheels
- LED vertical front fog lights
- Speed-sensitive power steering
- Reach-adjustable steering wheel
- Leatherette upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Tyre-pressure monitoring
The Musso Ultimate adds:
- HID headlights
- Walk-up welcome system
- Touch-sensing front door locks
- Walk-away automatic door locking
- Heated steering wheel
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane change-collision warning
- Safe Exit Warning
- Surround-view camera
Optional Equipment
The $1500 XLV Pack, available across the entire range, lengthens the tub by 300mm; swaps out the multi-link coil rear suspension for leaf rear suspension which increases payload; and also increases peak torque to 420Nm.
The $3000 Luxury Pack, which is only available on the flagship Ultimate variant, adds the following:
- Powered sunroof
- Dual-zone climate control
- Premium leather upholstery
- Power front passenger seat
- Driver power lumbar support
- Heated outboard rear seats
Colours
The 2024 SsangYong Musso is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Grand White
- Pearl White
- Amazonian Green
- Marble Grey
- Space Black
- Indian Red
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