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SsangYong Rexton vs VW Touareg - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (202 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 64300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or VW Touareg?

SsangYong Rexton

VW Touareg

5 (2 Reviews)
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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 Rexton has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £, while the VW Touareg costs 64300 £. That’s a price difference of around 23173 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Touareg manages with 5.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg has a clearly edge – offering 462 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.10 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touareg performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touareg pulls distinct stronger with 700 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm difference.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Touareg is minimal lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers minimal more room – 810 L compared to 784 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Rexton performs slight better – up to 1977 L, which is about 177 L more than the VW Touareg.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton minimal takes the win – 770 kg compared to 751 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Touareg shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £64,300
Touareg

VW Touareg

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 462 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 10.5 L
  • Electric Range : 47 - 49 km
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SsangYong Rexton
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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 Touareg

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Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41100 - 51300 £
Price
64300 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
4850 mm
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Width
1960 mm
Width
1984 mm
Height
1825 mm
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
2157 cm3
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
VW

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Is the SsangYong Rexton offered with different drivetrains?

The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.