The third-generation KGM Rexton (code name Y400, often called G4 Rexton), initially marketed under the SsangYong brand before the takeover by KG Mobility, is a large family SUV based on an authentic ladder frame (body-on-frame). Designed to compete with the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or Ford Everest, it stands out with its unbeatable price-to-performance ratio, its gigantic interior space (available in 5 or 7 seats), and its impressive towing capacity of 3,500 kg. It received a major facelift at the end of 2020 (new front fascia, increase from 181 to 202 hp for the diesel, new 8-speed automatic gearbox) and an interior technological update in 2023. Although the European market is dominated by diesel, a 2.0 Turbo petrol engine was developed to meet the requirements of other global markets.
The KGM (SsangYong) Rexton Y400 is a pragmatic and formidable choice for those who need a true, robust 4x4 capable of heavy towing and accommodating 7 people, all for a fraction of the price of a Toyota Land Cruiser. Regarding the 2.0 Turbo Petrol engine, it offers the advantage of peace of mind regarding anti-pollution standards (no FAP/AdBlue) and is quiet. However, its ferocious appetite for fuel and the need to monitor carbon build-up in the direct injection (GDI) reserve it for markets where petrol is affordable or for low-mileage drivers. For 90% of European or Australian buyers, the 2.2 Diesel remains the most logical and easiest choice to resell. The brand's transition to KGM ensures the continuity of parts, but the network remains a weak point to consider.