SsangYong Korando vs VW Tayron – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Korando has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39000 £. That’s a price difference of around 11987 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 7.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SsangYong Korando performs convincingly better – achieving up to 339 km, about 213 km more than the VW Tayron.

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 VW Tayron has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.40 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tayron pulls minimal stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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 to a small extent lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1682 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers evident more room – 885 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 334 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs decisively better – up to 2090 L, which is about 842 L more than the SsangYong Korando.

When it comes to payload, VW Tayron slightly takes the win – 566 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

All in all, the VW Tayron 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.