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.
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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,
Some other SsangYong Ute reviews
- 2024 SsangYong Musso model details
- SsangYong Musso Ultimate XLV 4WD Ute 2022 Review
- 2021 SsangYong Musso updates its style and features for MY21
- 2019 SsangYong Musso Ultimate Review
- 2019 SsangYong Musso XLV Review
- SsangYong Musso Long Tray Radio Review
- 2018 SsangYong Musso Dual Cab Ute Range Launch Review
- 2018 SsangYong Musso 4WD Dual Cab Ute Radio Segment
- 2012 Ssangyong Introduces its New Actyon Dual Cab Ute Range
- SsangYong Actyon Sports Ute (or) Finding Religion Review
- 2011 SsangYong Actyon 4X4 Ute Review
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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Overall Rating
- Rating - 8.7/108.7/10
Summary
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.
