SsangYong Tivoli SUV, starting at 21400 £

The SsangYong Tivoli SUV impresses with 163 HP and an attractive starting price of 21400 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £21,400
Tivoli

SsangYong Tivoli

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 8.3 L

Street Style and Road Presence

The Tivoli cuts a compact, confident silhouette that leans more on friendly practicality than flash, and the longer Tivoli Grand stretches that presence into a more planted, almost crossover stance with an extra few hundred millimetres of length. Front and rear treatments are tidy rather than theatrical, which helps the SsangYong look modern without trying too hard — useful in urban traffic where subtlety wins over showy chrome. At roughly 4.22 m for the standard car and up to about 4.48 m for the Grand, the Tivoli manages a neat balance between easy parking and a grown-up road presence. Visual appeal is sensible rather than attention-seeking, which will suit buyers who want a useful but unpretentious compact SUV.

Cabin Feel and Day-to-Day Controls

The interior is straightforward and ergonomically sound, with logical switchgear and seating that favours comfort over sportiness, making longer drives less fatiguing for occupants. Materials have improved compared with earlier models, though plastics remain prominent in lower trims, so the impression depends a lot on the spec level chosen. The seating position is fairly high, offering good visibility for town driving and easy entry for older passengers, and the dashboard layout keeps essential controls within easy reach. Overall usability is strong: nothing is overly clever but everything is usefully placed for daily life.

Practical Room Where It Counts

Space is a Tivoli strength: five seats are standard and the boot ranges from about 395 litres with the rear seats up to well over 1,100 litres with them folded, and the Grand stretches that practicality further for families needing extra load length. A 50‑litre fuel tank and a respectable payload (around 425 kg depending on spec) mean the car is ready for weekend kit and holiday luggage without constant refuelling. Rear legroom is decent for the class, and the flat load floor with seats down makes loading bulky items straightforward. Small touches like useful door bins and reachable USB points add to everyday convenience.

What It’s Like to Drive

Under the bonnet sits a 1.5‑litre GDI‑T petrol engine producing 163 hp and roughly 260–280 Nm of torque, which gives the Tivoli willing midrange performance for overtakes and motorway cruising rather than explosive acceleration. Steering is composed and predictable, with a chassis tune that prioritises ride comfort over razor-sharp handling so bumps and road imperfections are absorbed without fuss. Choice of manual or automatic gearboxes and front‑ or all‑wheel drive lets buyers tune the package to their needs, and the car’s top speed is in the mid‑170s to 180 km/h range which is ample for everyday driving. Overall the Tivoli is competent and unflustered, leaning toward relaxed driving rather than sporting thrills.

Fuel Use, Emissions and Real‑World Range

Official consumption figures sit around 7.0–8.3 L/100 km depending on gearbox and whether the car is FWD or AWD, which in practical terms means a fuel tank of 50 litres will usually deliver somewhere between roughly 600 and 715 kilometres on a mix of roads. Urban commuting will push consumption toward the higher end, while steady motorway runs can come closer to the lower figures if driven gently. CO2 figures vary as well, generally placing the Tivoli in the mid‑to‑higher emissions bracket for compact SUVs, so tax or congestion-zone considerations may matter in some markets. For buyers focused on running costs, careful spec and driving style will make the biggest difference.

Driver Aids and In‑Car Tech

The Tivoli offers a modern infotainment touchscreen with smartphone mirroring and a useful set of driver assistance systems, and higher trims add features such as adaptive cruise and lane‑keeping aids. Instrumentation is clear and the interface is designed for fuss‑free operation, though the responsiveness and screen polish are not class‑leading when compared with premium rivals. Safety tech coverage is solid for the segment, providing peace of mind for daily commuting and family use without excessive complexity. Overall the kit list reads well for the price point, delivering the essentials and a few nice extras where it counts.

Who Should Consider a Tivoli?

The Tivoli suits buyers seeking a practical, value‑focused compact SUV that prioritises interior space, comfort and sensible equipment over badge prestige or sporty dynamics. Current versions are offered as Tivoli and Tivoli Grand with the 1.5 GDI‑T petrol 163 hp engine in manual or automatic form, and with front‑ or all‑wheel drive, giving consumption figures in the 7.0–8.3 L/100 km band depending on configuration. This makes the Tivoli a convincing choice for young families, city dwellers who still need weekend practicality, and anyone after a straightforward, comfortable crossover without premium pricing. Those wanting the sharpest handling or the very lowest running costs should compare rivals, but for everyday usefulness the Tivoli is a competent and pragmatic option.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21400 - 30300 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1375 - 1492 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
4225 - 4480 mm
Width
1810 mm
Height
1613 - 1646 mm
Max trunk capacity
1115 - 1440 L
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
SsangYong

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What drive types are available for the SsangYong Tivoli?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.