ENTERING the fast-growing and highly competitive pick-up market segment, the new Musso is an extremely competent multi-purpose vehicle with traditional SsangYong values- comprehensively equipped, a sector leading 5-year limitless mileage warranty and a value for money package expected at launch.

As Korea’ s leading and only SUV and 4x4 specialist manufacturer, SsangYong is committed to refreshing its entire product portfolio, and recently completed its SUV model line-up by launching its all-new flagship model, Rexton.

Now, just a few months later it is launching this brand-new pick-up. This new Musso pickup- Musso means rhinoceros in

Korean- takes its strong, tough and powerful image from the SUV of the same name employed by the brand since the 1990s.

Built on the same architecture as the new Rexton, Musso shares its body-on-frame construction to give an extremely strong vehicle that delivers excellent off-road driving performance and safety from its quad-frame and fourwheel-drive system.

Designed to carry passengers in comfort and loads securely, Musso combines a five-seat crew-cab body style with a workman-like load deck that will transport a fullsized Euro pallet. It also carries over 1-tonne * in load weight, and tows trailers of up to 3.5 tonnes *. This combination of utility pick-up and SUV means Musso offers the perfect blend of functionality,

practicality, performance and comfort to the driver and family or workmates.

Musso is powered by the same e-XDi220 engine found in the

Rexton and delivers a maximum power of 181ps at 4,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 420Nm at 1,600 to 2,600 rpm( automatic transmission). It is available with

either a 6-speed manual or an Aisin 6-speed automatic with its success proven by several other automotive brands.

Inside, Musso is extremely well equipped compared with other pick-ups, and as well as offering excellent shoulder and leg room, Nappa leather seats can be found on the top of the range model for luxury and comfort. DAB radio and Bluetooth connectivity feature across the range, while all but the entry level model feature a state-of-the-art infotainment system that includes an 8-inch screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and wi-fi mirroring.

New Musso will be launched in the UK this summer.

* UK specification to be confirmed www. ssangyonggb. co. uk