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SsangYong Rexton vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Casalini 550?

SsangYong Rexton vs Casalini 550: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly 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

Rexton

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Casalini 550 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,103 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Rexton offers substantially more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 194 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Rexton is considerably faster – reaching 184 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 139 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers substantially more torque with 441 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 413 Nm more.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is significantly lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 1,720 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly more boot space – 784 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 784 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries significantly more – 770 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 497 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Rexton stands well ahead of its rival 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 £41,100
Rexton

SsangYong Rexton

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.2 L/100km
SsangYong Rexton
Casalini 550

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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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SsangYong Rexton
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Casalini
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