Ssangyong gives Actyon SUT a 6-speed automatic
Competitive Supreme Sdn Bhd has launched an updated version of the Ssangyong Actyon Sports SUT with a major technical change that should be very welcome – a 6-speed automatic gearbox. This will allow the punchy 2.0 liter XDi 200 XVT engine to stay in its torquey diesel powerband more often, and the cheaper 2.0 liter road tax of RM439.20 will be easier on pockets as well.
The XDi 200 XVT engine is based on Mercedes-Benz technology and features 3rd generation common rail direct injection. It produces 141 PS at 4,000rpm and 310Nm of torque between 1,800rpm and 2,700rpm.
It is mated to a new 6-speed automatic gearbox with Thumbtronic manual shifting control, which allows the user to shift the automatic gearbox gears manually via button controls on the steering wheel. The new 6-speed automatic is sourced from Australian company Drivetrain Systems International. The 4WD system has electronic shift on the fly which allows you to switch from 2-High, 4-High and 4-Low via a dashboard switch.
Other updates to the new Actyon Sports includes a chrome front grille, a Shark Fin style radio antenna, chrome center adjustable air vents, the addition of rear seat belt buckles with storage pockets as well as a driver’s footrest. I noticed that the Actyon was missing the footrest when it was first launched forcing my left foot to rest at a slightly uncomfortable angle, so it is great to hear that Ssangyong and Competitive Supreme has taken feedback from the public into account.
More images of the updated Actyon SUT after the jump.
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Ssangyong Actyon Sports SUT Pick-up Truck Test Drive Review
June 24, 2008 @ 7:39 pm
1st to comment….how much is it?
June 24, 2008 @ 8:36 pm
It still looks ugly to me.
June 24, 2008 @ 9:57 pm
A truck will always be a truck and it is still Korean.
But is it a 1st with 6 speed AT ?
June 24, 2008 @ 10:11 pm
Yuck !! thats all i can say …. design totally out !!
June 24, 2008 @ 10:35 pm
6-speed or 10-speed, don’t give a damn….
the exterior is as ugly as the Kyron….
want a proper and REAL pickup truck? get yourself a Ford Ranger…..
June 25, 2008 @ 7:34 am
Waluweh. Like Ferrari got 6 speed.
June 25, 2008 @ 10:28 am
The car designed by a drunk….
June 25, 2008 @ 12:00 pm
Very beautiful car but very sad in term of pricing which is not competitive enough to complete with the Mit Triton and Hilux. Their previous auto cost RM 94++ without the back flip which is on high side. After the canopy, the cost hitting 100K
As for suggestion, they should improve the following in order to be the top seller in Malaysia. Otherwise, just another truck that made up the numbers.
1) They should price the auto below RM 90K(OTR) + the flip cover at the back. Otherwise, the owner needs to put another 5K for canopy.
2) Provide 3 years maintenance free package like Mit triton. As I am aware, the 1st batch of triton comes without the maintenance free package and they keep improving with the offer + laptop computer. Why the Ssangyong still sleeping or are they satisfy with their sales? (I hardly see any Actyon on the road, rare species). They need to convince the buyer with their product with maintenance free package like triton.
3) Improve the back area due to squareness and did not match the round “Shark†head.
4) Improve the leg room at the back. Shorter than triton by 2â€.
5) To be innovative and the 1st in pick up truck, they should design 2 and the half cap truck and reduce the cargo space by half and the back seat should be able to slide 450mm(like latio sport) backward to accommodate luggage and no canopy is required.
Anyway, hope they are listening to constructive comments instead of providing high technology (6 speeds) without any proven record. In Malaysia, cars are expensive and those under the pick up truck want reliability instead of technology. This has proven why Toyota always outdone the Honda in term of sale even though Honda always emphasize on Technology.(5 speed auto for civic and 2.0 accord against the 4 speed altis and 2.0 camry)
Cheers.
June 25, 2008 @ 1:58 pm
Conclusion.
The sale of this car depend on the pricing package. They should price it 88K OTR(A) with flip cover at the back(as per the photo) + 3 years free maintenance to boost the confidence on Ssangyong’ brand name.
Hope Ssangyong able to provide a “surprise” package to the consumer like what the Honda did to their “city” in 2003 whereby they price it below 78K + maintenance free for 2 years.
Cheers.
June 25, 2008 @ 3:31 pm
figo, lets say we “forget” about the F-150, Ram or Dakota, how about Tundra vs. Ridgeline?
October 23, 2008 @ 2:01 pm
The 6 Speed AT model was launch at Singapore recently, & all Musso Sports owner were invited to test drive.
Friendly speaking, other then the Engine is great, the rest are fall from Musso Sports!
- the price is S$76,888, with Hardtop & that’s all (not attractive compare to other brand)
- front cabin become smaller, rear seat just like normal Bus Seat
- rear seat leg space become smaller
- front look very funny
- rear pumper basically just a piece of plastic