| Estimation Globale |
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| Description |
| The Korean-built but British-styled Korando 4x4 also wore the SsangYong badge from 1997. It's mechanically tough and quite roomy but lacks on-road refinement and a convincing heritage. |
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| Confort |
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| Qualité et Fiabilité |
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| Performance |
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| Espace |
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| Coûts de Fonctionnement |
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| Balance qualité-prix |
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| Stéréo/Sat Nav |
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| NCAP |
| Not tested |
| Les modèles les meilleurs |
| 2.9 TD |
| Les plus mauvais modèles |
| None |
| Remplacement |
| N/A |
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| Contrà´le technique |
| Korando was developed from a workhorse favoured by the South Korean army and police. Its butch (some might say brutal) styling is different but didn't win it acceptance in a market more used to the subtle lines of Honda CR-V or Subaru Forester. Engines are Mercedes-licenced: a 2.3 petrol and a 2.9 turbodiesel, driving through a five-speed gearbox with selectable four-wheel drive. The units are hardly state-of-the-art but willing enough - though the 2.3 is quite thirsty - and are proving reliable. The torquey diesel is the best choice for off-roading (where Korando is in its element) and for towing; it gives nearly 30mpg. Provided you can live with inevitable body roll and a ride that's on the hard side of firm, Korando isn't a bad drive. It feels fairly agile, roadholding is assured, and there's good all-round vision from the high cabin. Fairly generous equipment includes ABS and air conditioning. |
| Points positifs |
- Cheap considering its equipment and ability
- Proven and reliable, particularly the Mercedes engines
- Well equipped for a utilitarian 4x4
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| Points negatifs |
- Daewoo and SsangYong are not names to woo 4x4 buyers
- Individualistic styling is over-the-top
- Ride and cabin lack refinement
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