2016 Ssang Yong Musso One-Tonne

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NEW SSANGYONG MUSSO ONE-TONNE PICK-UP DELIVERS MORE POWER & HUGE VALUE

◾New 2.2 litre Euro 6 turbo-diesel engine
◾Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission
◾1 tonne payload and 2.04m2 load bed to carry a Euro pallet
◾3 tonne towing capability
◾Prices from just £15,995 ex VAT

SsangYong has announced the launch of the Musso one-tonne pick-up.

Designed to appeal to those who need a competitively priced work truck, the practicality of 4-wheel drive, the towing capability to haul up to 3 tonnes yet also the appointments of a family car, it's ideal for towing a work trailer, boat trailer or horse box.

'Our commercial vehicles represent an intrinsic part of the SsangYong range,' says Paul Williams, CEO of SsangYong Motor ÚK, 'and we decided to reintroduce the Musso name to differentiate this superb utility truck from our passenger cars. Musso - which means rhinoceros in Korean - is a tough, robust proposition for any trade, and with a specification, price and warranty no others can compete with.'

The new Musso goes on sale in the ÚK this month, and will feature a newly developed Euro 6 turbo-diesel engine to meet the demand for a more powerful performance and lower CO2 emissions at the same time. Maximum power is 178PS and torque 400Nm, with maximum torque delivered from a low of 1,400rpm and maintained through a wide range up to 2,800rpm for smooth, progressive driving from the start.

The new Musso is fitted with multi-link rear suspension and progressive rear coil springs - the only pick-up at this price to offer such a system - which gives a relaxed and comfortable car-like ride, while also carrying over a tonne weight on its load deck.

There are two models in the range. The SE includes a new-look front grille and dashboard, as well as silver finish 18' alloy wheels and hard wearing 'leather look' TPÚ seat upholstery. It is priced from just £15,995 ex VAT.

The EX is distinguished by black 18' alloy wheels, roof rails, front LED daytime running lights, leather with heated front seats, power operated driver's seat, automatic air conditioning, automatic headlights, rain sensing wipers, 7' touchscreen RDS radio with iPod and Bluetooth. The EX with manual transmission is priced at £17,995 ex VAT, and with a six speed Aisin automatic £18,995 ex VAT.

5 year limitless mileage warranty

As with all models in the SsangYong LCV range, the new Musso one tonne pick-up is covered by a 5 year limitless mileage warranty.

Designed to be totally transparent and give customers complete peace of mind, 'limitless' means just that: not a maximum mileage condition that some brands impose in their small print.

All the major mechanical components are covered including wheel bearings, suspension joints and bushes, steering joints, shock absorbers and even the audio system. Wearable components such as clutch discs and brake friction materials which could have their life reduced by poor driving are covered for one year or 12,000 miles, and the battery and paintwork for three years.

SsangYong

SsangYong cars are manufactured in South Korea by SsangYong Motor, which is 73 per cent owned by the Indian engineering conglomerate Mahindra & Mahindra, and imported into the ÚK by SsangYong Motor ÚK. Established in 1954 it is Korea's oldest vehicle manufacturer and only 4x4 and SÚV specialist producer.

There are currently some 60 SsangYong dealers covering England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, with new locations being added to the network all the time.

Source - Ssang Yong