KGM (SsangYong) Rexton I (Rexton W)

The KGM (SsangYong) Rexton I (Rexton W) (2013–2017): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 21 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: Y300
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,760–4,850 mm RDW | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,900–1,960 mm RDW | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,830–1,840 mm RDW | 1,820 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840–2,870 mm RDW | 2,820 mm |
| Front track | 1,570 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,570 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,960–2,080 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 2,060–2,180 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,710–2,860 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,540–2,600 kg Traficom | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5–7 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4–5 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 70 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 175–187 km/h RDW | 185–190 km/h |
| Torque | 400 Nm ASTRA | 350–420 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/75R16, 255/60R18, 255/70R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 67.8% (66.1–69.5) | 86.4% | 2,858 |
| 9–12 years | 61.4% (58.4–64.4) | 77.9% | 1,040 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 37.1% | 22.7% |
| Suspension | 32.6% | 16.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 27.0% | 10.8% |
| Tyres | 23.1% | 28.9% |
| Steering | 14.3% | 2.4% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 8.3% | 7.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 21 versions of the KGM (SsangYong) Rexton I (Rexton W)
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European Union 12 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2.2 L | 131 kW (178 PS) | Other fuel | 191 g/km | 2,632 |
| 2017 | 2.2 L | 133 kW (181 PS) | Diesel | 216 g/km | 1,812 |
| 2015–2017 | 2.2 L | 131 kW (178 PS) | Diesel | 191–192 g/km | 3,944 |
| 2016–2017 | 2.2 L | 130 kW (177 PS) | Diesel | 187–192 g/km | 162 |
| 2017 | 2.2 L | 200 kW (272 PS) | Diesel | 214 g/km | 46 |
| 2017 | 2.2 L | 133 kW (181 PS) | Other fuel | 212 g/km | 38 |
| 2013–2016 | 2.0 L | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | 200–204 g/km | 9,044 |
| 2014 | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 228 g/km | 12 |
| 2013 | 2.0 L | – | Other fuel | 197 g/km | 544 |
| 2013 | 2.7 L | – | Other fuel | 241 g/km | 22 |
| 2013 | 2.7 L | 137 kW (186 PS) | Diesel | 233 g/km | 18 |
| 2013 | – | – | Diesel | 206 g/km | 10 |
United Kingdom 7 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2018ELX 2.2D · EX 2.2D A/T | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 7-speed automatic | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2016–2018ELX 2.2D · EX 2.2D A/T · SE 2.2D A/T | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | Automatic | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2016–2018EX 2.2D · SE 2.2D | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 184 g/km |
| 2015ELX 2.0 4WD Auto 155ps · EX 2.0 4WD Auto 155ps | 2.0 L | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 206 g/km |
| 2015EX 2.0 4WD MT 155ps · SX 2.0 4WD MT 155ps | 2.0 L | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2014EX 2.0 4WD MT 155ps · SX 2.0 4WD MT 155ps | 2.0 L | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | Manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2014EX 2.0 4WD Auto 155ps | 2.0 L | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | Automatic | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 206 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2015REXTON XDI 4WD BVM6 | – | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2013–2015REXTON XDI 4WD BVA5 | – | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 206 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





