Ssangyong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a seven-seat SUV measuring 4,777 mm in length with a kerb weight of 2,014 kg. It is powered by a 2,384 cm³ engine capable of reaching a top speed of 183 km/h. The model has been subject to one recall registered in EU Safety Gate.
| Manufacturer | Ssangyong |
|---|---|
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 149 kW (200 hp) |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP) | 214 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 2,154 kg |
| Displacement | 2,384 cc |
| Top speed | 183 km/h |
| Length | 4,777 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,838 mm |
| Seats | 7 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, COâ‚‚ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 13 European countries that registered the Ssangyong Rexton in 2025 (477 cars). Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Ssangyong Rexton cars registered for the first time across 13 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Czechia | 272 |
| Slovakia | 117 |
| Germany | 30 |
| Spain | 17 |
| Romania | 16 |
| Italy | 11 |
| Slovenia | 4 |
| Luxembourg | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Hungary | 2 |
| Belgium | 1 |
| Ireland | 1 |
| Sweden | 1 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Ssangyong Rexton (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2.7 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 180 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 67% of Ssangyong Rextons pass their MOT test first time, based on 3,345 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Ssangyong Rexton. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Spain)
The ball joint of the front/rear suspension may break and thus cause an accident.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-03-20
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ssangyong recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Ssangyong Rexton?
- The Ssangyong Rexton has a rated top speed of 183 km/h.
- How much power does the Ssangyong Rexton have?
- The Ssangyong Rexton produces 149 kW (200 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Ssangyong Rexton?
- The Ssangyong Rexton is 4,777 mm long, 1,910 mm wide and 1,838 mm tall.
- How much does the Ssangyong Rexton weigh?
- The Ssangyong Rexton has a kerb weight of about 2,154 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Ssangyong Rexton?
- The Ssangyong Rexton emits 214 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Ssangyong Rexton have?
- The Ssangyong Rexton has 7 seats.