SsangYong Kyron
A rugged, body-on-frame SUV featuring Mercedes-Benz derived diesel technology.
- Power
- 141 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 13.5 s
- Top speed
- 104 mph
About the SsangYong Kyron
Launched as the successor to the Musso, the SsangYong Kyron is a traditional body-on-frame SUV designed by Ken Greenley. The 2007 facelift addressed the controversial 'shield-shaped' rear lights and helmet-style grille of the original 2005 design, adopting a more conventional aesthetic. It is powered by a 2.0-litre XDi diesel engine, which was developed using Mercedes-Benz common-rail technology to balance durability with efficiency. While its on-road dynamics are hampered by its significant weight and live-axle rear suspension, it remains a capable budget towing vehicle with a 2,300kg braked capacity.
SsangYong Kyron specs
The SsangYong Kyron produces 141 bhp (105 kW) and 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 13.5 seconds and has a top speed of 104 mph (167 km/h).
| Make | SsangYong |
|---|---|
| Model | Kyron |
| Trim | 2.0 XDi |
| Years | 2005–2015 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | South Korea |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged I4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 141 bhp (105 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 13.5 s |
| Top speed | 104 mph (167 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,929 kg (4,253 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 73 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
SsangYong Kyron rarity in CarSpot
The SsangYong Kyron is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
SsangYong Kyron fun facts
- The name 'Kyron' is a portmanteau of the Greek mathematical symbol 'Chi' and the English word 'run', intended to mean 'infinite run'.
- The Kyron's original styling was so polarizing that it was famously mocked on Top Gear for its unusual rear light clusters.
- Despite its budget positioning, the Kyron utilized a licensed version of the Mercedes-Benz T-Tronic automatic transmission in its self-shifting variants.
