SsangYong Australia is rebranding, and at the same time it’s launching a new, more boldly styled mid-sized SUV.

    The company is now called KGM SsangYong Australia, and the new KGM SsangYong Torres is its first new model launch.

    It goes on sale in October.

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    The company is no doubt hoping the Torres will give it the cut through in the mid-sized SUV segment the slow-selling Korando never could.

    While it looks dramatically different to the Korando, it’s closely related mechanically and features the same turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine.

    While it’s launching with petrol power, the company has previously confirmed the electric Torres EVX is also coming to Australia during the fourth quarter of 2024.

    The Torres was revealed way back in 2022, and SsangYong has previously cited strong demand in Korea as the reason for the delay in the SUV coming here.

    With a base drive-away price of $38,000, the cheapest Torres is priced roughly in line with the most expensive Korando.

    The Korando ELX is priced at $33,000 drive-away while the Ultimate costs $39,000 drive-away, though these can be had for cheaper if you’re an ABN holder or you buy a model year 2023 vehicle.

    Pricing

    ModelDrive-away price
    SsangYong Torres ELX$38,000
    SsangYong Torres Adventure$43,000
    SsangYong Torres Ultimate$47,000

    Drivetrains

    SsangYong Torres
    Engine1.5L turbo 4cyl
    Power120kW
    Torque280Nm
    Transmission6-speed auto
    Drive typeFront-wheel drive or all-wheel drive

    Only the Ultimate offers all-wheel drive. This system can shuffle torque between all four wheels when it detects wheel spin, though you can select an AWD Lock mode that provides equal drive to all four wheels continuously.

    The 1.5-litre engine features automatic stop/start.

    Efficiency

    Torres FWDTorres AWD
    Fuel consumption7.4L/100km7.9L/100km
    Emissions standardsEuro 6Euro 6
    CO2 emissions169g/km181g/km

    Dimensions

    SsangYong Torres
    Length4700mm
    Width1890mm
    Height1710mm
    Wheelbase2680mm
    Boot space (seats up)703L
    Boot space (rear seats folded)1526L
    Wading depth300mm

    Servicing and Warranty

    KGM SsangYong backs its vehicles with a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

    It has yet to announce service pricing for the Torres.

    Safety

    The SsangYong Torres has yet to be assessed by ANCAP.

    Standard safety equipment on the Torres includes:

    • 8 airbags
    • Autonomous emergency braking
    • Lane-keep assist
    • Leading vehicle departure alert
    • Reversing camera
    • Front and rear parking sensors

    The Adventure adds:

    • Blind-spot monitoring
    • Rear cross-traffic alert

    The Ultimate adds:

    • Surround-view camera
    • Adaptive cruise control

    Standard Equipment

    There are three trim levels in the Torres range.

    Standard equipment on the ELX includes:

    • 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
    • Heated, power-folding exterior mirrors
    • Privacy glass
    • LED headlights
    • Automatic high-beam
    • Electric park brake with auto hold
    • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
    • 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • Dual-zone climate control
    • Reclining rear seats

    The Adventure adds:

    • Tyre pressure monitoring
    • LED front fog lights
    • Hands-free power tailgate
    • Leatherette upholstery
    • Heated front seats
    • Heated steering wheel

    The Ultimate adds:

    • All-wheel drive
    • Power sunroof
    • 20-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
    • Leather upholstery
    • 8-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar
    • 8-way power passenger seat
    • Integrated headrest hangers for front seats
    • Ventilated front seats
    • Heated outboard rear seats

    Colours

    Grand White is the standard exterior finish, with a range of metallic finishes available for an extra $595.

    These comprise:

    • Space Black
    • Iron Metal
    • Dandy Blue
    • Forest Green

    All Torres models have a black interior with copper-coloured accents.

    MORE: Everything SsangYong Torres

    William Stopford

    William Stopford is an automotive journalist based in Brisbane, Australia. William is a Business/Journalism graduate from the Queensland University of Technology who loves to travel, briefly lived in the US, and has a particular interest in the American car industry.

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