Ssangyong Korando

Ssangyong Korando
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The SsangYong Korando is a five-seat SUV that has been in production since 1983. The electric version registered in Norway between 2019 and 2021 had a total of 40 new registrations, with peak registrations of 26 vehicles in 2020, declining to 10 in 2021. It measures 4,465 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,840 kg.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerSsangyong
ProductionFrom 1983
Body typeSUV
FuelPetrol
Engine power122 kW (164 hp)
COโ‚‚ (WLTP)184 g/km
Kerb weight1,590 kg
Displacement2,281 cc
Dimensions and layout
Seats5
Doors3

Engine power, COโ‚‚ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 16 European countries that registered the Ssangyong Korando in 2025 (2,567 cars). Source: EEA COโ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of Ssangyong Korando registered for the first time in Norway per year.

Ssangyong Korando first registrations in Norway per year
20194
202026
202110
20237
202434
202583

Source: EEA COโ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of Ssangyong Korando cars registered for the first time across 16 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
Czechia1,394
Slovakia419
Germany365
Italy135
Spain114
Norway83
Romania22
Ireland15
Slovenia5
Belgium5
Hungary5
Austria1
Cyprus1
Estonia1
Lithuania1

Source: EEA COโ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Ssangyong Korando (from registration data). 2 variants.

Engine variants for Ssangyong Korando
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.5 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“192 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.0 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“168 km/hโ€“โ€“

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

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Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 74% of Ssangyong Korandos pass their MOT test first time, based on 7,276 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ€” not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Ssangyong Korando in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ssangyong recalls.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Ssangyong Korando have?
The Ssangyong Korando produces 122 kW (164 hp).
How much does the Ssangyong Korando weigh?
The Ssangyong Korando has a kerb weight of about 1,590 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Ssangyong Korando?
The Ssangyong Korando emits 184 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the Ssangyong Korando have?
The Ssangyong Korando has 5 seats.