
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.
Specifications
Engine
2.2 LFuel Type
DieselPerformance
179 hp @ 4,000 rpmTransmission
Automatic-
Summary
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Name SsangYong Musso 2.2 4x2 AT Body Type Pickup Truck Price ₱1,495,000 Transmission Type Automatic -
Engine
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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
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Drivetrain 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
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Fuel Type Diesel CO2 Emission n/a Fuel Capacity 75 L Fuel Consumption n/a Range n/a -
Dimensions
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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
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Driver's Airbag Front Passenger's Airbag Side Airbag Curtain Airbag Knee Airbag Electronic Brake Distribution ABS With Electronic Brake-Force Distribution and Brake Assist
Immobilizer Security Alarm Stability Control Electronic Door Locks Speed Sensing Door Locks ISOFIX Lane Departure Warning System Blind-Spot Detection System -
Features
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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) with Free 3-year PMS (60,000 km) Keyless Entry Roof Rack Sunroof Electric Adjustable Seats Power Steering Power Windows Power Outlet Steering Wheel Audio Control -
Technology
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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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