SsangYong Korando vs Lynk & Co 01 – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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.

SsangYong Korando has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £, while the Lynk & Co 01 costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 9861 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lynk & Co 01 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 6.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SsangYong Korando performs convincingly better – achieving up to 339 km, about 264 km more than the Lynk & Co 01.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lynk & Co 01 has a distinct edge – offering 276 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 01 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lynk & Co 01 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lynk & Co 01 pulls evident stronger with 535 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the SsangYong Korando is evident lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1935 kg. The difference is around 418 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers a bit more room – 551 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Korando performs barely noticeable better – up to 1248 L, which is about 35 L more than the Lynk & Co 01.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Korando a bit takes the win – 463 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

All in all, the Lynk & Co 01 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.