Performance on the low side.
Handles like a rocking chair
Noise reasonable
Finish is acceptable.
Interior is acceptable.
Reliability is good for travel to the corner shop. Running costs OK..
The vehicle is reasonable but the Service supplied by the Importers with Roadside call centre is hopeless they have no idea whatsovever. Availability of Spare Parts and price for same are shockers so make sure you dont breakdown too far away from home. Oh by the way forget the warranty and I think the National Service Manager is rude arrogant and indifferent.

Hey, I think my engine power relay needs to be replaced. My SsangYong over heats to the top of the red and the engine light comes on. It only does it every so often though. I was just wondering how much it costs to get replaced? And where the best mechanic for SsangYong's in Brisbane is to get it done? Thanks Heaps.

I purchased the Rx 320 Ssangyong Rexton, What a car, a huge difference, compared to my previous cars I had before, old used cars like Mazda and Nissan Patrol the Rexton RX 320 mode has an S Class Mercedes benze engine, it's two years now not any problems yet driving on and off road

I have owned this vehicle for over two years and have had no problems as yet, the power is great and the gearbox (auto) is smooth. I have installed airbag suspension as I tow a pop top camper van and the ride and economy is excellent. After driving a Nissan Patrol for several years, this vehicle is like driving a limo. Now in its tenth year and still going strong with no problems at all. If Ssangyong put sat nav and reverse cameras in as standard I would even consider upgrading to a new one.
Overall features and power of engine
Limited knowledge of vehicle from dealers and parts suppliers

we bought a 2006 rexton brand new and it has served us well for a family 7 seater and the car has towed 2.5 tons for many trips interstate and locally .Its now just ticked over 100.000kms and still strong, still towing long distance .it is nearly due for a new clutch as expected working hard most of its life.
reliable, efficient
some sensor trouble on glow plugs and parts sourcing

had our 2006 for 5 years, bought second hand. Put nearly 300,000 kms on it, has really worked hard and rarely missed a beat. Some odd issues with lights coming on at off times, turns out to be sensor problems rather than anything major. Diesel needs proper service intervals to avoind clatter. Kids have tried to trash it, been on 1000km drives with it, packed the dogs in it, load for the tip etc and can still take the boss out in it.
10L/100km amazingly consistent, rugged, looks good, cheap to buy
some services expensive, don't like warning lights coming on, 3rd row seats too tight for teens, don't like the car forgetting to take off sometimes when you are in a hurry

You guessed it, the clutch is broken again. 4 clutches in 27 months and only 24000klms. What is wrong with this car. I guess it is time to let it go and purchase an ozzie car. It looks good - a lovely car but nothing but problems with the clutch.
Goods looks
No warranty service - just a useless piece of paper

Vehicle has done 150000km. Has been used as a comuter vehicle as well as beach work. Has not failed in any way. Very good on fuel. Purchase fuel filters from DELPHI distributor. Much cheaper than from SSangyong Dealer. Oil filter over the counter from parts specialist. My mate purchased 1 after my recommendation.
Powerful, fuel efficient real goer. Everything works.
Tyre size hard to find. Shocks leave a lot to be desired.

I bought this car at a charity auction as there were no bids for it, initially there was a clutch and fuel gauge issue that was repaired promptly. Since then it has been a farm runabout with a lot of city work, hit 3 kangaroos and been momentarily under sea water, (big wave on the beach). The engine (2.9l diesel) has chugged along tirelessly. Fuel economy has been 8l/100km on long runs (95-100km/hr best economy) and tows 100km/h easily. Service every 20000km. Has been very reliable but as there is no resale or trade in value, I will try for 400k then take the $50 scrap value and try a Great Wall ute
Mercedes diesel engine
Light globes need continual replacement

My 09 Rexton is a lovely car to drive but the quality of material lets it down. I had a flat wheel on a holiday trip and had to fit the spare. The next town was about 150km away, which meant I had to do 80km/hr with the tracksion control going crazy due to the spare being a tiny bit smaller (rolling radius)than the standard 255/75/16 alloy wheels.-Not pleasant at all as the esp tried to put brake pressure on the wheel with the spare on.
Fuel consumption is very good 8.5-9.0 lt/100kmNice comfortable drive.
Stupid sparewheel and 7-seat arrangement.Stitching on passenger seat coming undone.Cheap feeling plastic's.Why put the jack under the seat??

I have posted review previously re poor service when the gearbox failed, well decided to cut my losses and trade in on a new car "not Ssangyong" the car was 5 years old paid $46000 for it and got $6000 0n a trade in, car was in good condition, never again.

I am worried about resale value when i come to get rid of it next year. I would look at a new model but it would depend on what I was offered as a trade in.
I have liked owning and driving it.
The fuel gauge does not go back to full when you fill the tank(diesel). they tell me it is a common problem but don,t have a fix for it.