SsangYong Actyon
Submitted: Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 16:32
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landed eagle
Asking the question for my sister. Wants a comfortable and affordable 4wd mainly for towing a horse float. Used a Pajero for 15 years. Anyone out there driven/driving one of these SsangYong things.Power and torque look ok.
Not a 4wd er myself so cant really comment on any of the brands that get talked up and down these pages. Patrol and Cruiser aren't an option .......too big for her needs. Wants to buy new as
well.
All replies will be considered......thanks all.
Reply By: Member - Axle - Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 16:46
Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 16:46
15yrs with a Paj.!!!, Stay with the devil you know!.
Cheers Axle.
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Reply By: Best Off Road - Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 17:28
Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 17:28
It got a good write up in the April edition of Overlander.
Has a six speed Australian made auto. It also has an overall higher level of Australian components than any other dual cab on the market.
Its tray is about 180-250 mm shorter than most utes.
It has coil rear springs which makes it ride very
well apparently, but reduces its payload.
I've not driven one, but had a god look when doing a measure for a set of _Affordable_Storage_Drawers.aspx and it looked like a pretty good thing. Very
well finished and appointed.
Having owned two Hyundais I am a big fan of Korean cars. They represent outstanding value for money.
Jim.
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Follow Up By: Go Fishing - Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 19:05
Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 19:05
I have owned a Kia
Sorrento, never again.
Now I work for Hyundai, I wouldn't touch their Santa Fa for certain reasons.
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Follow Up By: Gronk - Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 21:36
Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 21:36
Please elaborate Go Fishing !!!
No use bagging some thing if you don't say why ??
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Follow Up By: Go Fishing - Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 22:37
Sunday, Jul 27, 2008 at 22:37
Sure
Sorrento:
Resale value, I lost $12K on it in 12months. There just simply are no second hand buyers for them.
Couldn't change gears in Tiptronic mode up a
hill once and couldn't get it back into Drive. Had to pull to the side, switch off and wait for a few minutes. Doesn't exude confidence.
Other than that,
well put together and very good value for money. Aftermarket is virtually non-existant.
The Santa Fa's:
Has a common prob around 120L - 140K km's. Something as simple as front and rear tyre tread at different depths, puts strain on the diff and Auto box. We are getting a few in, just out of warranty, that we are charging $10K for. New Auto, diffs, etc...
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Follow Up By: Member - Kiwi Kia - Monday, Jul 28, 2008 at 07:50
Monday, Jul 28, 2008 at 07:50
Go Fishing, Any vehicle drops it's price after sale, your example does sound a bit high, did it have any damage ? Also, low end vehicles don't have a high margin and dealers always seem to want a good commision. Are you talking about what a dealer offered you or was it a private sale ?
How common are the other problems you mention ? One vehicle has a Tiptronic problem and you reckon every one of them is faulty ? I have never heard of either of those problems you mention so I don't believe they are common. If you have any experience of handling customer complaints at a dealership you would not buy any vehicle on the market at present !
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Reply By: ynotme - Monday, Jul 28, 2008 at 08:13
Monday, Jul 28, 2008 at 08:13
Hi landed eagle
Just read your post this morning.
I have an Acton 2wd auto, which I purchased about six months ago for work and to tow my 16' caravan.
I have been hesitant to comment until it has been fully tested, but so far have been pleasantly surprised.
Vehicle drives very nicely, and tows great.
The 2ltr turbo diesal is very economical particularly when towing.
I can not obviously comment on off road, but for flat road, its so far been great.
We are about to leave on a four week trip from
Sydney to Mt Isa, Karunda,
Cairns, and home. That will be a good test, and I will post a comment after the trip.
Hope this helps,
ynotme
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Reply By: Mainey (wa) - Tuesday, Jul 29, 2008 at 01:04
Tuesday, Jul 29, 2008 at 01:04
landed eagle,
I test drove a SsangYong Rexton, turbo diesel, yes, the vehicle had heaps of torque and was very silent at speed too with terrific seats and impressive fittings too.
Only problem I had was there is no service centre down here!
Mainey . . .
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