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2024 SsangYong Musso Adventure XLV review

Rob Fraser

SsangYong Musso Adventure XLV  – Over the Christmas break I had a SsangYong Musso XLV Adventure 4WD Dual Cab Ute for an extended period.

This is the mid-level model with the extended tub. So its right in the sweet spot for features and pricing.

The SsangYong Musso had a successful sales year in 2023, almost doubling the previous year with sales of around 3500 units.

The Musso XLV is spacious and comfortable inside with heated and ventilated front leather seats, 12.3 inch digital driver instrument display and another 12.3 inch central touch screen.

The XLV pack is a $1500 option and should be a given. With it the wheelbase is 110mm longer and the tub is 300mm longer as well.

It comes with a part time dual range 4WD system, a 2.2L turbo diesel engine with 133kW of power and with the 6 speed AT and the XLV option, some 420Nm of torque. It drives well above what those figures may suggest.

The SsangYong Musso XLV Adventure is priced from around $42,000 drive away and that listeners is absolutely stunning value. What you are getting is Korean build quality for Chinese prices.

Like all vehicles there are subtle differences and the Musso would not be my first pick for a harsh trip to Cape York. However, for towing, normal outback touring, a work Ute or even a practical family Ute it would be right up there as a choice alongside the Navara, D-Max or HiLux.

I wouldn’t be surprised if we see the Musso double sales again this year.

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Readers can find a full review of the Musso Adventure XLV HERE 

More details about the 2024 Musso upgrades can be found HERE

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SsangYong Musso Adventure XLV Final Thoughts

The problem with the Musso Adventure XLV is that potential buyers just haven’t driven it.

SsangYong Musso suffers from a perception issue. People think its Chinese – it isn’t obviously.

It suffers in comparison to the Japanese brands and shouldn’t.

Buyers aren’t sure about it but are slowly coming around to finding out about it.

The Musso offers outstanding value for money and a 7-year unlimited km warranty.

With the extra tub space and reasonable performance of the XLV there is lots of interior comfort and space as well as features you find in more expensive Utes.

Proven 4WD system and 3500kg towing capability.

What is good?
  • Ride and handling
  • Larger tub capacity
  • Outstanding value for money

What is not so good?
  • For just a few thousand dollars more you can get the top spec model.
  • Would like wireless smart phone mirroring.
  • Would love 150kW/500Nm

Instead of a Musso Adventure XLV What else could I buy?

Dual Cab 4WD Utes are a popular segment with 3 of the top ten selling vehicles in 2023 Utes. In fact, the top three were Utes.

The Musso Adventure breaches that gap between the Chinese Utes and the Japanese Utes. It’s a bit of a work Ute as well as a recreational based 4WD Ute.

So buyers could look at LDV T60, GWM Cannon, the all new Triton, Nissan Navara SL, Toyota HiLux SR5, Isuzu D-Max LS-U, Mazda BT-50,

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SsangYong Musso

Model

Musso Adventure XLV
Model Price $44,000 RDAP*
Engine 2.2L 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel Euro 6
Drivetrain 6 Sp Sports AT Dual range 4WD
Power 133kW @ 4,000rpm
Torque 420Nm @ 1,400-2,800rpm
Safety N/A
0-100kmh / Top Speed TBA
CO2 Emissions 226 g/km
Economy ADR 9.0L/100km / 75L capacity
Economy on test 9.5L/100k
Max Range 870km
Range on test 750km
Servicing 12Mth / 15,000km 7 Yrs. Capped Price
Warranty 7yr/ Unlimited km
Roadside Assist 7Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

Overall Rating    

87/100
Behind the Wheel 8
Comfort 9
Equipment 9
Performance 8
Ride and Handling 9
Practicality 8
Fit for Purpose 8
AWD/Towing Capability* 9 (4WD 4/5 Towing 5/5)
Technology/connectivity 9
Value for Money 10

*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.

Dimensions

Musso Adventure XLV

Overall Length 5409mm
Wheelbase 3210mm
Width 1950mm
Height 1855mm
Wheels 18×7.5 Alloy
Tyres 255/60 R18
Max ground clearance Up to 215mm
Wading Depth TBA
Approach 25 degrees
Rampover 20 degrees
Departure angle 20 degrees
Turning Circle KTK 12.2m
Tub Length 1600mm
Tub width arches 1150mm
Tub width 1570mm
Tub Depth 570mm
Kerb Weight 2100kg
Payload (kg) 880kg
GVM (kg) 2980kg
GCM 6480kg
Towing Capacity 3500kg
Tow Ball rating 350kg

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