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Renault Austral vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (148 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or SsangYong Torres?

Renault Austral vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Austral

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Austral is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,934 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Austral uses 6.4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Torres

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Torres offers visibly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers noticeably more torque with 339 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 69 Nm more.

Austral

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is barely lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries somewhat more – 552 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 462 km
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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Reviews Renault Austral

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Reviews SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
145 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
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Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
148 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
109 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Renault
Brand
SsangYong
What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

The Renault Austral is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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