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SsangYong Rexton vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or VW Tayron?

SsangYong Rexton vs VW Tayron: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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VW Tayron

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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:

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.

VW Tayron is barely cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 913 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6.7 L/100km.

Tayron

Engine and Performance:

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

When it comes to engine power, the VW Tayron offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers barely more torque with 441 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 41 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tayron is markedly lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 463 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers a bit more boot space – 885 L compared to 784 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 573 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
SsangYong Rexton
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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SsangYong Rexton
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
489 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
VW
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