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    2008 Ssangyong Rexton

    The 2008 Ssangyong Rexton is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $49,990 for the Sport variant and topping out at $59,990 for the SPR variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Rexton available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2008.

    The 2008 Rexton was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Ssangyong Rexton include 2.7L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (121kW/340Nm) and 2.7L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (137kW/402Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $49,990 - $59,990
    Transmission
    5-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $49,990 - $59,990
    Transmission
    5-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    2008 Ssangyong Rexton

    Available Variants

    The Ssangyong Rexton comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Sport and the most expensive being SPR.

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    Power to Weight
    57.95 - 65.27 kW/t
    57.95 kW/t
    114.58 kW/t
    Boot Space
    678 litres
    332 litres
    878 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    9.1 - 9.6 L/100km
    6.6 L/100km
    11.4 L/100km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,760 kg
    1,860 kg
    2,760 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,300 - 3,200 kg
    1,350 kg
    3,360 kg
    Approach Angle
    28 - 28.5°
    18°
    36°
    Departure Angle
    25 - 25.3°
    20°
    31°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    200 - 234 mm
    180 mm
    234 mm
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    2008 Ssangyong Rexton

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    Base

    2024

    $47,990

    Sachi

    2024

    $64,990

    Year
    2024
    Engine Type
    2.2L Combustion
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Rear
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    149 kW

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    2008 Ssangyong Rexton

    Dimensions

    4,720 mm
    1,870 mm
    1,830 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,720 mm
    Overall Width1,870 mm
    Overall Height1,830 mm
    Wheelbase2,820 mm
    Turning Circle11,200 mm
    Load Capacity785 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2008 Ssangyong Rexton

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Ssangyong Rexton is the Sport variant that starts from $49,990.

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    The most expensive Ssangyong Rexton is the SPR variant that starts from $59,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Ssangyong Rexton is offered by the Sport variant which can tow 3200 kg.

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    The largest Ssangyong Rexton is the Sport variant which measures 1870mm wide, 4720mm in length and sits 1830mm tall.

    The most powerful Ssangyong Rexton is the SPR variant which has 137kW of power and 402nm of torque.

    The Ssangyong Rexton is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Ssangyong Rexton is the Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2760 kg.

    The Ssangyong Rexton uses Diesel fuel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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