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SsangYong Musso one-tonne pick-up: Now with 3.5
tonne towing capacity
SsangYong has announced an increase in the towing capacity of its Musso one-tonne pick-up to 3,500kg following
approval by the VCA - the UK Vehicle Certification Agency responsible for Vehicle Type Approval.
owered by a smooth and
refined 2.2 litre Euro 6 turbo-
diesel engine, the Musso pick-
up delivers huge value.
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 3.5
tonnes yet also the appointments of a family
car, it’s ideal for towing a horse box, boat or
work trailer.
“This is great news for customers looking for
a value for money pick-up and who need to tow
a heavy trailer,” says Paul Williams, CEO of
SsangYong Motor UK.
“With one of the most powerful engines in its
class, a refined automatic gearbox and car like
ride - thanks to its mu ltilink rear suspension,
Musso sales have really taken off since its
launch last autumn”, adds Mr Williams. “Tough
and robust with a specification, price and
warranty no others can match, the facts clearly
position the Musso as the top value truck in the
pick-up market.”
The Musso features a newly developed Euro
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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 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’ TPU seat
upholstery. It is priced from just £16,395 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 £18,395 ex VAT, and
with a six speed Aisin automatic £19,395 ex
VAT.
5-year limitless mileage warranty
As with all models in the SsangYong LCV
range, the 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.
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