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SsangYong Rexton vs SsangYong Musso comparison

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

SsangYong Rexton vs SsangYong Musso: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more efficient

SsangYong Musso

  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

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

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

Rexton

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 202 HP each.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Musso is very slightly faster – reaching 187 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

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

Rexton

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: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Musso is marginally lighter – 2,045 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Musso carries markedly more – 1,010 kg compared to 770 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Musso has the upper hand 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.

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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
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Reviews SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Frank Williams CPA/ ACCA/ CPD
22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
28,700 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
221 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,260 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 mm
Length
5,095 - 5,405 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
1,840 - 1,855 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
785 - 1,010 kg

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

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
SsangYong
Is the SsangYong Rexton offered with different drivetrains?

The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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