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 |
| Kerb weight | 2,016 kg |
| Displacement | 2,423 cc |
| Top speed | 186 km/h |
| Length | 4,780 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,912 mm |
| Height | 1,838 mm |
| Seats | 7 |
| Doors | 5 |
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 |
| Hungary | 2 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Sweden | 1 |
| Belgium | 1 |
| Ireland | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ 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 186 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Ssangyong Rexton?
- The Ssangyong Rexton is 4,780 mm long, 1,912 mm wide and 1,838 mm tall.
- How much does the Ssangyong Rexton weigh?
- The Ssangyong Rexton has a kerb weight of about 2,016 kg.
- How many seats does the Ssangyong Rexton have?
- The Ssangyong Rexton has 7 seats.