SsangYong could also be within the midst of an insolvency buyout however that hasn’t stopped the South Korean automaker from revealing a brand new mannequin within the type of the Torres, a rugged SUV beforehand recognized by its code identify J100.
The Torres, whose identify comes from the Torres del Paine Nationwide Park in Patagonia, has simply gone on sale in South Korea. The SUV shall be provided globally, although not within the U.S. as SsangYong does not function right here.
SsangYong mentioned the Torres is designed to fill the hole between the Korando compact crossover and Rexton mid-size SUV. It has been launched with a gasoline engine however SsangYong has confirmed that an electrical possibility will arrive towards the top of 2023.
SsangYong has additionally beforehand mentioned it’s contemplating growing a pickup physique type for the Torres.
The Torres seats 5 and has as much as 58.7 cubic ft of storage when the rear seats are folded flat. Inside, there are premium touches included, both customary or out there. The listing features a digital sprint, digital driver-assist options, and an ambient lighting package deal.
Drive is to the entrance wheels solely as customary however four-wheel drive is accessible. SsangYong additionally affords equipment designed for tenting and off-roading.
