KGM (SsangYong) Rodius I
The KGM (SsangYong) Rodius I (2004–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 23 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Model codes: A100 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,130 mm RDW | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm ASTRA | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,820–1,845 mm ASTRA | 1,821 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm RDW | 3,000 mm |
| Front track | 1,590 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,580 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,982–2,164 kg RDW | 2,300 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,082–2,264 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,750–2,850 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,500–2,850 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 7 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 80 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 169–174 km/h ASTRA | 181 km/h |
| Torque | 340–342 Nm ASTRA | 360 Nm |
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). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 55.0% (50.8–59.2) | 69.2% | 536 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 54.1% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 48.7% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 44.8% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 32.3% | 31.2% |
| Steering | 26.7% | 7.7% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 23.9% | 17.1% |
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 23 versions of the KGM (SsangYong) Rodius I
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European Union 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 234–237 g/km | 2,359 |
| 2012 | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 199 g/km | 15 |
| 2011 | 2.7 L | 120 kW (163 PS) | Diesel | 247 g/km | 12 |
| 2010 | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 241 g/km | 2,406 |
United Kingdom 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012270 ES Auto 2WD 165PS 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 247 g/km |
| 2012270 ES Manual 2WD 165PS 7 Seats · 270 S Manual 2WD 165PS 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 223 g/km |
| 2012270 EX Auto TOD 165PS 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 250 g/km |
| 2008–2010270 ES Auto 2WD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 ES Auto 2WD 165ps 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 247 g/km |
| 2008–2010270 S Manual 2WD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 ES Manual 2WD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 S Manual 2WD 165ps 7 Seats and 1 more trim | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 223 g/km |
| 2009–2010270 EX Auto TOD 165ps 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 250 g/km |
| 2008–2009270 S Auto 2WD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 SE Auto 2WD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 S Auto 2WD 165ps 7 Seats and 1 more trim | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 222 g/km |
| 2008–2009270 SE Manual 2WD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 SE Manual 2WD 165ps 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 223 g/km |
| 2008–2009270 SX Manual TOD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 SX Manual TOD 165ps 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 238 g/km |
| 2008–2009270 SX Auto TOD 165 ps 7 seats · 270 SX Auto TOD 165ps 7 Seats | 2.7 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 249 g/km |
| 2006–2007270 S Auto | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.6 L/100 km NEDC | 258 g/km |
| 2006–2007270 S Manual | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2006–2007270 SE Auto | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 267 g/km |
| 2006–2007270 SE Manual | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 230 g/km |
| 2006–2007270 SX Auto 4 x 4 | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 264 g/km |
| 2007270 S Manual · 270 SE Manual | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 223 g/km |
| 2007270 S Auto · 270 SE Auto | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 222 g/km |
| 2007270 SX Manual (4x4) | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 238 g/km |
| 2007270 SX Auto (4x4) | 2.7 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 249 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.