SsangYong unveils two anniversary editions

This year marks 60 years since Korean marque SsangYong began vehicle production. So, to celebrate that anniversary, a couple of special editions have been announced for the UK.

The first is based on the Korando ELX4 crossover. Available only with metallic pearl white paintwork, its extra equipment includes 18” diamond cut wheels, a rear spoiler and an electric sunroof.

SsangYong Korando 60th Anniversary Edition (2014) Front SideSsangYong Korando 60th Anniversary Edition (2014) Rear Side

With a manual gearbox the price is £21,245, but opting for an automatic transmission instead sees the figure rise to £22,745. Both amounts represent a premium of £1,250 compared to the cost of a regular Korando ELX4.

Likewise the Rexton W 60th Anniversary Edition also comes with a metallic pearl white finish. Using the EX trim grade as a starting point, this model gains heated seats front and rear, power adjustment for the front passenger seat, an electric sunroof, front parking sensors and an infotainment system with DAB radio and satellite navigation.

SsangYong Rexton W 60th Anniversary Edition (2014) Rear SideSsangYong Rexton W 60th Anniversary Edition (2014) Front Side

Prices are £25,995 and £27,495 for the manual and automatic transmission versions respectively. While those sums mean an anniversary edition will be £1,500 more than a standard EX, they still represent reasonable value given the added specification.

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