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About the KGM Korando
Last updated Aug 12, 2025The 2021 KGM Korando is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $26,990 for the EX variant and topping out at $39,990 for the Ultimate.
There are 3 variants of the Korando available in Australia and this generation went on sale in December of 2019.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo (120kW/280Nm), 1.6L turbo (100kW/324Nm), 1.6L turbo diesel common rail (100kW/324Nm) and 1.5L turbo petrol direct injection (120kW/280Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2021 Korando was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
63.19 - 87.37 kW/t
58.18 kW/t
137.83 kW/t
Boot Space
551 litres
85 litres
591 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.49 - 7.69 L/100km
1.3 L/100km
9.71 L/100km
Vehicle Range
610 - 855 km
556 km
1,184 km
Price
$26,990 - $39,990
$17,990
$66,000
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
999,999 km
96,560 km
999,999 km
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
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2021 KGM Korando Price
EX
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $28,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $27,990 |
ELX
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $30,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $30,900 |
| 1.6L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, FWD | $33,990 |
Ultimate
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $36,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $35,700 |
| 1.6L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, FWD | $39,990 |
| 1.6L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $37,700 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 KGM Korando Specs
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2021 KGM Korando Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the KGM Korando
The most fuel efficient KGM Korando is the Ultimate with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.6L TURBO and uses 5.5L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The KGM Korando that uses the most amount of fuel is the EX with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L TURBO and uses 7.7L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the KGM Korando variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| KGM Korando | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.0 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.7 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a KGM Korando?
The KGM Korando has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2021 KGM Korando Warranty
What is the warranty on a KGM Korando?
The KGM Korando offers a 7 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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KGM Korando FAQs
The cheapest KGM Korando is the EX that starts from $26,990.
The most expensive KGM Korando is the Ultimate that starts from $39,990.
The best towing capacity of a KGM Korando is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: EX, ELX and Ultimate.
The largest KGM Korando is the Ultimate which measures 1870mm wide, 4450mm in length and sits 1639mm tall.
The most powerful KGM Korando is the ELX which has 120kW of power from its 1.5L TURBO engine.
The KGM Korando is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest KGM Korando is the Ultimate which weighs 2160 kg (kerb weight).
The KGM Korando may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes diesel or premium unleaded.