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SsangYong Musso vs KGM Rexton comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (28,700 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Musso or KGM Rexton?

SsangYong Musso vs KGM Rexton: Key differences

SsangYong Musso

  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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KGM Rexton

  • very slightly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Rexton

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 Musso is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,700 £ , while the KGM Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the KGM Rexton uses 8.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the SsangYong Musso with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Engine and Performance:

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

Both models deliver identical power – 202 HP each.

There’s also a difference in torque: the KGM Rexton delivers very slightly more torque with 441 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm more.

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.

Seats: KGM Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Musso is very slightly lighter – 2,045 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Musso carries moderately more – 1,010 kg compared to 845 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Musso sits just ahead overall 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 £28,700
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SsangYong Musso

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
SsangYong Musso
KGM Rexton

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SsangYong Musso

The Musso is a no-nonsense pickup that blends rugged capability with surprisingly comfy cabin manners, perfect for buyers who want practicality over prestige. It may not turn heads at the coffee stop, but its sensible layout, useful load space and low running costs make it a very pragmatic choice for workdays and weekends.

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KGM Rexton

The Rexton is a roomy, rugged SUV that prioritizes comfort and practical utility, making it a sensible choice for families and buyers who need genuine off-road capability. It offers solid refinement and a generous equipment level for the money, though the brand still trails more mainstream rivals in recognition.

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SsangYong Musso
KGM Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,700 - 42,700 £
Price
41,100 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
221 - 245 g/km
co2
216 - 219 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,105 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
5,095 - 5,405 mm
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,840 - 1,855 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
785 - 1,010 kg
Payload
730 - 845 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
183 - 187 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
149 kW
Power kW
149 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
KGM
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