SsangYong has revived the Musso badge for its renamed Korando Sports model line. Along with the name change – a new 2.2 litre Euro 6 turbo-diesel engine and other updates.

The company says the Musso is designed to appeal to those who need a competitively priced work truck, the practicality of 4-wheel drive, the towing capability to haul up to 3 tonnes yet also the appointments of a family car.

“Our commercial vehicles represent an intrinsic part of the SsangYong range,” says Paul Williams, CEO of SsangYong Motor UK, “and we decided to reintroduce the Musso name to differentiate this superb utility truck from our passenger cars.  Musso – which means rhinoceros in Korean – is a tough, robust proposition for any trade, and with a specification, price and warranty no others can compete with.”

The new Musso goes on sale in the UK this month, and will feature a newly developed Euro 6 turbo-diesel engine to meet the demand for a more powerful performance and lower CO2 emissions at the same time.  Maximum power is 176 bhp and torque 295 lb ft, with maximum torque delivered from a low of 1,400rpm and maintained through a wide range up to 2,800rpm.

Unusually at this price, the new Musso is fitted with multi-link rear suspension and progressive rear coil springs designed to give a relaxed and comfortable car-like ride, while also carrying over a tonne weight on its load deck.

There are two models in the range.  The SE includes a new-look front grille and dashboard, as well as silver finish 18-inch alloy wheels and hard wearing ‘leather look’ TPU seat upholstery.  It is priced from £15,995 ex VAT.

The EX is distinguished by black 18-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, front LED daytime running lights, leather with heated front seats, power operated driver’s seat, automatic air conditioning, automatic headlights, rain sensing wipers, 7-inch touchscreen RDS radio with iPod and Bluetooth.  The EX with manual transmission is priced at £17,995 ex VAT, and with a six speed Aisin automatic £18,995 ex VAT.