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SsangYong Korando I (K4) 2.2 D (68 Hp)
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SsangYong Korando:
The KGM Korando, formerly SsangYong Korando is a mini SUV or compact crossover SUV built by the South Korean automobile manufacturer SsangYong from 1983 to 2006 and from 2010 onwards. The name Korando is a contraction of "Korea Can Do". The Korando brand is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as Korea’s longest surviving name plate.
In 1964, Ha Dong-hwan Motor Company began to assemble Jeeps, trucks, and buses for the US armed forces and for the United Nations Command.
In November 1969, the CJ-5 entered production with the 75 hp Willys Hurricane inline-four engine and in 1971, a ten-seater version and a pickup model were introduced. In April 1974, American Motors and Shinjin Motors formed a joint venture, Shinjin Jeep Motors, to build local Jeeps. These originally had a locally built AMC 258 ci straight-six engine with 110 hp SAE, but after the oil crises of the seventies Isuzu's 2. 8-liter 4BA1 diesel engine with 85 hp SAE was introduced in July 1979....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (K4) Overview:
SsangYong Korando (I (K4)). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1590 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 125 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.2 D (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.2 D engine offers extremely modest performance with only 68 Hp, resulting in slow acceleration and a low top speed. It's built for durability and torque delivery at low RPMs rather than outright speed, suitable for off-road crawling and utility tasks.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is relatively poor by modern standards, with urban consumption around 14 l/100 km. For its era and vehicle type, it was acceptable, but owners should expect significant running costs compared to newer diesels.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable build quality, ideal for tough conditions.
- • Excellent off-road capability due to its 4x4 system and high ground clearance.
- • Simple mechanicals make it relatively easy to maintain and repair.
- • Classic utilitarian styling appeals to enthusiasts.
Cons:
- • Very slow performance, especially on highways.
- • Poor fuel economy by contemporary standards.
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids.
- • Basic interior comfort and refinement.
- • High noise levels, particularly from the diesel engine.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: January, 2022 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Korando |
| Generation: | I (K4) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 D (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 1982 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 4000 rpm. [0hp less] |
| Power per litre: | 30.4 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 143 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2238 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 125 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 23.4 kg/Hp, 42.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.1 kg/Nm, 89.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1590 |
| Max. weight: | 2050 |
| Max load: | 460 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3860 mm mm [605mm less] |
| Width: | 1700 mm mm [170mm less] |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm [215mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2390 mm mm [285mm less] |
| Front track: | 1310 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1270 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/75 R15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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