SsangYong, these guys have been building beasts on wheels (mostly SUVs, gotta be honest) for 60 years, making them the OG of Japan off-roaders.
Their story's been wilder than a K-Drama plot twist. From starting small to hitching rides with different bigwigs (Japan businessmen, not actual celebrities), they almost got stuck in the repair shop in 2020. But now, under the hood of the KG Group (think Mahindra & Mahindra with a makeover), SsangYong is back on the road, and guess what? They're all electric now, baby!
From Muddy Trails to Zero-Emission Thrills
Remember those epic mud-slinging adventures you craved as a kid? That's what SsangYong's Korando is all about - a family SUV that's basically a beast in disguise. They've also got the Tivoli, a funky little compact SUV that's perfect for zipping around town. But SsangYong isn't stuck in the past. They know everyone's going electric these days, so they're plugging in their rides. The Korando e-Motion is their electric champion, offering that same off-road spirit but with a zero-emission twist - think saving the planet while conquering mountains.
Why SsangYong Rocks (Even Though They Don't Have a Boy Band)
Here's what makes SsangYong different from the Hyundais and Kias of the world:
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Bang for your Buck: They cram their cars with features without breaking the bank. Like that friend who always scores the best concert tickets, you get way more than you pay for.
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Off-Roading Like a Boss: Forget paved roads, SsangYong's SUVs were built for dirt, rocks, and the occasional cow crossing the path.
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Safety First, Selfies Second: They pack their cars with the latest safety tech, so you can focus on taking epic adventure pics (without the car flipping over in the background).
Electrifying the Game
By jumping on the electric bandwagon with the Korando e-Motion, SsangYong is showing they're not afraid to get their hands dirty (well, not literally, because electric cars). They might not have the K-Pop fame of Hyundai and Kia, but SsangYong is carving its own path. With their killer SUVs, commitment to electric, and awesome value, they're proving that sometimes the underdog has the most heart (and the best battery life).
On this page, Ccarprice gives you the best SsangYong Car Prices in Japan by 2024.
