2019 SsangYong Musso Technology and Safety Review

Ssangyong’s latest offerings have always had a good amount of effort thrown in when it comes to keeping their amenities and creature comforts above board. Their latest entry in the midsize pickup market is no different, so much so that they’ve upped the ante when it comes to this segment in more ways than one.

In my recent review, we gave the SsangYong Musso a great rating because of its cabin refinement, material quality, and overall driving feel. It’s a definite contender at its price of P1,495,000, and offers a ton of value for money. Let’s talk more about its features from a technology and safety standpoint, and find out if the Musso can convince you to purchase a SsangYong for your garage.

Top-Tier Tech

The midsize pickup segment has been heating up these past few years, and notable upgrades have trickled down to them from flagship SUVs. The Ssangyong Musso impressed us with automatic climate control, automatic windshield wipers, cooling and heated seats for the front and heated seats for the rear, eight-way power adjustable front seats, power folding mirrors, and three driving modes to choose from.

The SsangYong Musso also comes with a crisp 8-inch infotainment system with neatly laid out buttons and a weighty central knob at the base of the unit. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and work seamlessly. You also have bluetooth and voice prompts for safe operation when driving. Music is played through a decent set of six speakers, and the steering wheel controls are logically placed. There’s even a small multi-information display in the middle of the instrument cluster for driving and fuel statistics. This already adds to the premium interior of the Musso, creating a very nice pickup to drive, indeed.

My only gripe is the lack of a 4x4 model at this time, which leads me to believe that those extra blank buttons could mean a number of new features for off-road use. Could we be seeing a 4x4 model soon? Let’s hope the sales numbers justify its introduction.

Average Safety

The SsangYong Musso comes standard with six airbags, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, a reverse camera with sensors, ISOFIX anchor points for child seats, and keyless entry. We kinda wish it came with stability control or traction control, since a pickup owner might be doing a little bit of towing at some point in their ownership. The safety kit is standard as far as pickups go, but a little more features could’ve been added to make the Musso even more enticing at this price range.

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Specifications

Engine

2.2 L

Fuel Type

Diesel

Performance

179 hp @ 4,000 rpm

Transmission

Automatic

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Summary

Name	SsangYong Musso 2.2 4x2 AT
Body Type	Pickup
Price	₱ 1,495,000
Transmission Type	Automatic

Engine

Engine Size	2.2 L
Displacement	2,157 cc
Number of Cylinders	4
Number of Valves	16
Transmission Category	AISIN 6-Speed Automatic Transmission with Drive Mode Selection

Performance

Power Train	Rear-Wheel Drive
Max Output (HP)	179 hp @ 4,000 rpm
Max Torque (nm)	420 Nm @ 1,400 rpm
Acceleration Rate	n/a
Top Speed	n/a

Economy & Environment

Fuel Type	Diesel
CO2 Emission	n/a
Fuel Capacity	75 L
Fuel Consumption	n/a
Range	n/a

Dimensions

Length	5,095 mm
Width	1,950 mm
Height	1,840 mm
Wheelbase	3,100 mm
Turning Circle	11.4 m
Ground Clearance	215 mm
Wading Depth	n/a
Trunk Capacity	n/a
Max Cargo	n/a
Number of Doors	4
Number of Seats	5

Safety & Security

Driver's Airbag
Front Passenger's Airbag
Side Airbag
Curtain Airbag
Knee Airbag
Electronic Brake Distribution
ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Immobilizer
Security Alarm
Stability Control
Electronic Door Locks
Speed Sensing Door Locks
ISOFIX
Lane Departure Warning System
Blind-Spot Detection System

Features

Cruise Control
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Leather Upholstery
Push Start Button
Wheel Size	18 in
Wheels Metal Type	Alloy
Airconditioning System	Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Air-Conditioner
Entertainment System	8-inch LCD Smart Audio and Video via 6 speakers
Connectivity	Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB
Navigation Ready
Warranty	5 Years (100,000 km)
Keyless Entry
Roof Rack
Sunroof
Electric Adjustable Seats
Power Steering
Power Windows
Power Outlet
Steering Wheel Audio Control

Technology

Active Park Assist
Hill Start Assist
AWD Modes	n/a
Tire Pressure Monitoring
Heads-up Display
Power Liftgate
Start-stop System

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