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SsangYong Korando vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or ZEEKR 001?

SsangYong Korando vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,429 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Korando is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR 001. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 281 km more than the SsangYong Korando.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers substantially more torque with 686 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 326 Nm more.

Korando

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 terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 683 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers very slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries somewhat more – 520 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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 £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
SsangYong Korando
ZEEKR 001

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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SsangYong Korando
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
505 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
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ZEEKR
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