The second-generation SsangYong Stavic facelift has been introduced in the United Kingdom, where it is sold as the Turismo (also known as the Rodius in other markets). Revisions to the big MPV primarily involve its aesthetics, with only minor specification changes.
Regarding the former, the Stavic’s front end now sports slimmer headlamps (with LED DRLs) as well as a new bumper and grille to keep it in line with the current crop of SsangYong models like the Rexton and Tivoli. The Stavic’s bonnet and front quarter panels have also been tweaked to accommodate its new face.
In other areas, the rear of the Stavic looks to remain unchanged from before, while the interior gets an updated infotainment unit (with Bluetooth, AppleCarPlay and Android Auto) and steering wheel. As before, the wheelbase remains at 3,000 mm, which is enough for seven adults and 875 litres of cargo (3,146 litres with just two adults and some seats removed).
On the top-spec variant sold in the UK, the Stavic gets a powered driver’s seat, leather upholstery, cruise control, automatic headlamps and 17-inch alloy wheels. The entire range gets front and rear automatic air-conditioing, an air quality control system, six speakers and remote entry as standard.
Similarly, all variants are powered by a 2.2 turbodiesel four-cylinder engine that makes 178 PS at 4,000 rpm and 400 Nm of torque at 1,400 to 2,800 rpm. A six-speed manual and Mercedes-Benz-sourced seven-speed automatic are the available transmission options, with selectable four-wheel drive (with low ratio setting) being offered on selected variants.
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Sigh. Many local mechanics still confused claiming SsangYong and SMART are the same brand which has collaboration with Daimler-Benz.
SsangYong USP’s Daimler-Benz 220D engine & 7G-Tronic tranny.
This brand is still alive?
They need to get a good designer for SsangYong.
The previous design till today is a failure.
No one will dispute that this SsangYong is a Big & capable MPV with a trusted Mercedes transmission.
The question is – Who or how many will want to buy one?? It does not bode well when the sales number are bad, I mean really BAD.
Buyers are often tempted by the Mercedes drivetrain in a relatively affordable package offered by Ssangyong. Then, they realised all the other parts of the package such as build quality and reliability are all below par. Adding to that, Mercedes drivetrain requires Mercedes-level of money to maintain.
I own a 2011 Stavic. Never come across the minus points you mention.
Like to know ur experience with the stavic
Who is the distributor for Malaysia?