SsangYong Torres - It's a Jeepy Thing (ENG) - Test Drive and Review

[@Checkmate025]

Looks proportionally stunning. Well done SY

[@GavinByrneLand]

I know I shouldn't, but I actually quite like the look of this. Another top quality review from you Marek. I look forward my Friday chill time and watching your reviews. You deserve so much success. Best wishes from here in Ireland.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Much appreciated! Have a great weekend.

[@R3ban3]

Looks a bit strange, but maybe not in a bad way. It is certainly better looking than the previous Ssangyong models. I would certainly like to try it.

[@udipta21]

Love it, will probably buy it. Ssangyong's are good cars.

[@sinanspearhead]

Exactly i can say that you are the best tester who can find all the flaws and deficiencies of the vehicles without any fear or hesitation. This may be a disadvantage for you but may be an advantage for companies. İn this way they can find out their mistakes in a short time and free of charge:)

[@martinpolivka9497]

To be honest the hw button to disable the lane assist is right there on the steering wheel. Just like in any other Korean car. 😂

[@ColinEu]

Nice review.. it's a shame you don't get more views than this, you certainly deserve way more than this..

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@oliverstemp9132]

Definitely, so professional without being boring.

[@zaamuro8408]

I like the fact that the headlights are futuristic yet traditional - not like in the bumper like some hyyundais and mitsubishi's these days.

[@NordicGroove]

Congratulations for the quality of the review!!!! You are the best auto reviewer in the world at the moment. That's in my opinion of course! 😀

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Thanks 👍

[@Da_StormtroopeR]

Finally a good looking car from this brand. But I agree with you.

[@zooks3894]

I like the styling. It looks good to my eye.

[@davidviner5783]

A very professional review. Car looks good.

[@juangarcia9617]

A SsangYong I would not mind to have, that is a compliment 🙂

[@HyBy]

This looks like a highschool group project where the team consists of a good student and the rest just want a passing grade.

[@sinanyaman7354]

That was the one of the most honest review out there. Thanks for the input. Want to mention about annoying gap btw the doors and backseat.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Can you point me to the timecode regarding the gap you're talking about?

[@sinanyaman7354]

@@MarekDrivesENG 5:57 you can see the gap btw door and the seat. It is more noticable from different angle.

[@judsonchristudas]

There is no gesture control? Well, It's optional in most cases unless you are not buying the top spec or the specs may vary from country to country. In New Zealand, we have these come with full specs, including gesture and no button layout on the dashboard but 12.4"x2 displays. Unfortunately no manual controls for AC or Infotainment.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

As far as I remember this was the top trim here in Poland. Also SsangYong may have the Hyundai/KIA system, where you approach the car from the back with the key in your pocket, and it will then beep for a couple of seconds, and start opening the tailgate (which takes even longer, so I consider it pointless). By now the infotainment is probably all screen as well.

[@extreme8808]

I like the design more than the SUVs from which it was lifted 😅 In the good old days SsangYong cars were dirt cheap for the level of equipment and quality they offered, with the drawback being dated engines and tech. Some things haven't changed . . but they are no longer dirt cheap.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Good point!

[@Rally4Life1982]

I really like the look of it. Edgy but not too edgy.

[@roelofdirkx1623]

Live the review. Nicely detailed. Torres EVX is available, are you testing that one. I love the look and design. But only the alerts from the safety systems bugs me.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Thanks. It's on my backup list, because there are a lot of new launches, and so little time :)

[@wolfrick5300]

as always nice review Marek .the car looks nice but it has a lot of ground to cover,to catch up with other similar brands,not to mention the price which is salty imho.

[@dusandimic1976]

Ahahahahahahah THE BEST start of car review video.... CHEERZ!

[@uskypg]

are sure about the prices? I would be very surprised to be that high in Poland when in Romania, also a EU member, prices are between 28950 EUR (cheapest version) and 39970 EUR (including VAT) for the premium fully loaded version which includes the AWD option also. with this pricing I think is actually very competitive considering how much you get for the money.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

I use German prices in my English reviews. In Poland this car costs about 43k euro (195k PLN) as tested.

[@uskypg]

@@MarekDrivesENG got it, I guess because Germans might have more money , that explains it then :)))

[@Tobi-ln9xr]

@mipmipmipmipmip There are no emission taxes in Germany for cars. It’s probably because representatives of the car manufacturers have also something to say in the German government.

[@Incountry]

There’s a lot of Brand snobbery comments on here albeit in reality most can afford the $100k+ vehicles no matter they say, even the new Toyota LCs are $60k+, Hyundai starts at $45k and Nissan is of similar pricing, Jeep is $35k+ etc etc, if you’re saving $10-15k on a vehicle that you’re going to trade back in before the warranty expires, for a family vehicle in a 4x4 guise as mom has no need for the soccer van this makes sense….

[@daniel-ino]

But not with 10l /100 km. Gas in Europe is 6.50 $ /gallon

[@TJSaw]

It looks very distinctive and that’s a good start.

[@kresimirkalman6113]

I think Skoda and VW uses the same trick with boot space figures.

[@GoliathAngelus]

The new owner KG GROUP wants to get rid of SsangYong bad image that the previous owner Mahindra & Mahindra created. SsangYong is back in Korean hands and wants to start over. According to media and car journalists, only EV models will be produced in the future. A name change should help with the new start

[@Akelehimarenge]

Dude mahindra got a bad image because of SsangYong . You should study the history of this brand . Mahindra has its own product and engine line up and even selling products in Australia, NZ and SouthAfrica.

[@양손쌍가위이발사]

9:04 TORRES is good suv of South Korea. I ride TORRES during one year. good design and practical! My TORRES is millitary vehicle. Only my hand self tuning!

[@양손쌍가위이발사]

Thank you!

[@adamburns1077]

The front is also a bit Mitsubishi-esque with the vertical detail between the grille and fog light area. It’s a bit too utilitarian and boxy looking for my liking but it is the first SsangYong I’ve seen pretty much ever that doesn’t look ugly imo

[@stuartkennedy4202]

Great review with a superb personality. Thank you. I obviously subscribed 👍

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Welcome aboard!

[@SethPinnock]

I enjoyed the production of this video, and it was an entertaining yet informative review. New and low market share vehicles are unfairly accused of being like high market share vehicles, but why. There is nothing new under the sun. We have been around for over 6000 years of recorded history

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

We don’t get the ICE Torres in the UK. But we are likely to get the electric model.

[@ellisrochlin2267]

handsome suv , the design people have excelled themselves, you had genuine gripes with the tec , so just to say that the vehicles been on the road since late 22 or early 23 , well enough time to upgrade the software as in user friendly. We are in uk and the first registrations were end of January this year . Shame that engine wise, its like buying into old engineering as in very high grams per km and the rather low kpl . That will have a knock on effect down the line . Maybe should have released a hybrid model instead of this. I know the ev version is out in far east but when it reaches uk ( speculation is for September 24 registrations MAYBE ) it will be at least 15-20 % dearer than the petrol version ps like your vid analasis 5 stars .

[@MikeJenkins-c3y]

after owning a 21 plate Korando for the last two years and being more than please with it apart from the MPG I will be checking the Torres out in the next few weeks with a view to buying one, it looks the part from the outside.

[@whyalwaysme2522]

I like it, but is the engine enough for move the car fully loaded?😮

[@alisonb4898]

ceo…I want a new design. Design department….let’s steal a bit of everything 😂

[@ws1814]

The sides of the car hardly looks like anything from LR or Toyota, also I don’t think LR has a monopoly over flat top wheel arches. It’s a very common design. Also of the similarities you talk about are just nonsense like saying the side mirrors are like that of FJ because they both are big! 😂🤦🏼‍♂️

[@joelmatos8321]

I had a SsangYong 20 years ago and I made sure to treat it badly but it refused to die... I see them in Poland a bit now so I guess they are kind of reliable and the torres at 140k pln is not bad.

[@takuan650]

You said all there is to say: Half baked! Well done.

[@AndyVE75]

The other interior you see is for the full electric version (torres evx)

[@MarthaMansbridge]

Some of your design ‘references’ are completely different - how is the asymmetrical boot door like a Discovery?

[@ingmarlangerak8973]

I think its beautiful!

[@IvanMaksimov]

How the flat top makes the cluster visible through the steering wheel?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

It doesn't cut into the corners of the relatively wide instrument cluster, like regular steering wheels often do.

[@RyuYamaguchiBX4]

Hmmmm, call me crazy but I quite like the design of this. If I was in the market for a compact SUV, I’d take a look at it. At the very least, you’d stand out from the sea of RAV 4s and CRVs.

[@themichal2298]

KB mobility is the worst name for carmaker ever

[@MarstaJNZ]

SsangYong is worst

[@geraldvalmores3545]

That's what your parents thinks after they name you

[@hcs2304]

KG mobility exactly

[@alfredoloidi476]

BMW, Byd...😅

[@BenNick9369]

I enjoyed your content!

[@christianronn5301]

Everyone complains about intrusive and noisy driver aids in every car these days. I feel like I should buy another lightly used passat, put in the freezer and dig out when my current one dies.

[@yourtubisfilled7164]

I like the front but the roof lines behind and in front of the 'inserty bit' don't match up on the sides. This triggers my OCD and sense for esthetics and composition. It's /almost/ great design. Too bad they went overboard on some of the unneeded accents and details.

[@pinarpinar2409]

Hello. Thanks a lot for the reviews. Puting a part of the sort of bad complaints about the brand. Would you please compare this vehicle with Ford Escape Hyundai Tucson Kia Sportage? Without any concern which one would you prefer? Any feedbacks will be apreciated.Good luck with your KZbin Chanel.❤

[@MarekDrivesENG]

I haven't driven any Ford products in the last 5 years, because Ford doesn't speak to me. Personally I wouldn't buy any of those crossovers. Maybe a Mazda CX-5, if I had to choose. Also, I drive a Countryman, so this is what I consider the lesser evil :)

[@sorinoprisan8512]

Love the review - it is honest, argued and pretty well documented. When can we (please ;-) see an off-road evaluation of a 4WD Torres?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Thanks. I don't think take another one for a test drive any time soon. I'll expect it will perform similar to a 5-10 year old KIA Sportage/Hyundai Tucson.

[@MrOpirus]

What country is the review in?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Poland.

[@sanjeetnm]

Is this same that will be coming up Mahindra XUV 200?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Looks like it.

[@bennasara944]

I wish Ssangyong would announce when the Tores is coming to Australia as there are many choices coming in the first 6 months of 2024 (eg Tank 500) - this is my first choice & I would wait if I knew it was coming soon with a reasonable price

[@nealy2815]

Good review.

[@oliverstemp9132]

If the Torres is well priced, it good be a good option, definitely better than the MG. I think it looks good.

[@flywalll]

It's got the looks. It's spacious. The 4x4 model would be interesting to try off-road. But that's about it. The half-baked electronics are indeed a deal-breaker. I'd say it's like going to a fancy-looking restaurant only to realize that it's a Dönner Kebap joint on the inside. I don't know why the manufacturer lets this car down so much - way too many compromises as if they made it for some teen male driver dreamers. While at that price point it's for customers whose desires and expectations have long matured. Design could also be a bit half-baked as the emphasis is on form, but not function.

[@Sonilotos]

Hey, don't you diss döner kebap joints like that!

[@Sha-Ayo]

That's an interesting looking car!

[@raymondmumford6255]

Looks awesome. All car designs/designers take inspiration from somewhere.

[@VaunShiz]

False , good car designers are inspired by stuff in nature/ animals , their lineage, or the companies background, maybe planes etc but good designs aren't inspired by current cars who was also their competition. That's laziness

[@stevenledbrook562]

SsangYong are blitzing the media here in Australia with TV commercials featuring cricketing legend Merv Hughes promoting the brand. This brands product has always looked like a design afterthought, with dated interiors and exteriors that look like a "Frankenstein's Monster". Maybe they go to the hobby shop and buy a whole lot of plastic models, then get out a Dremel tool to make their own design. I'm about to buy a new SUV in the next few weeks, and i certainly wouldn't even consider a SsangYong. At least the Hyundai Tucson has a design philosophy and the tech works very well and without all the incredibly annoying chimes.

[@lukasilec1987]

I like new design, its beautiful

[@kevinn1158]

The front is quite sharp, the profile is fine... but the rear end is kind of a mess. That's what I think. The video was top notch as always. As an aside, The Tesla Model 3 fixed it's ugly fish face with the new redesign being revealed yesterday!

[@jamesspeytebroodt7237]

very charming car. i do like it

[@LynnardvanLaak]

Although I normally refuse to drive a SUV... (I am a station wagon guy)... I totally dig the looks. This car with a Skyactive Diesel from Mazda would be perfect. (Or maybe a 3.6 litre Chrysler-V6 😅) By the way: great review and even greater presentation. I find your videos really enjoyable. Greetings from Germany.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Cheers!

[@dakar795]

Finally somethinf not that ugly from Sang Yong

[@frenkyzule]

Beauty, but the price is a bit high for "not premium brand"

[@keithnewton8981]

Sorry you do not have unlock the rav4 you need to go into the computer and change door locking settings. Rav4 owner then you can open the boot from fob

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Assuming we're talking about the same thing, I'll have to play around with the settings next time I have a Toyota around for a test drive. They all seem to have the same issue. They have to be unlocked in order for me to use the hands free tailgate opening option. Which IMO defeats the purpose.

[@darrenmitchell5262]

It will be known as the KG Torres following SsangYong’s rebranding.

[@tomskellern2088]

It’ll probably benefit from my diesel model of some kind specially if it came to Australia and perhaps maybe a larger engine as well

[@MarekDrivesENG]

I don't know what engines you get in Australia, but in Europe the Koreans and the Chinese seem to like their 1.5 turbo petrols.

[@tomskellern2088]

@@MarekDrivesENG according to the website it seems like we’ll get the 1.5 turbo petrol as well but I think it may be a little bit under what most consumers want however, maybe with a bit of push engine might come through or even if this hybrid or plug-in hybrid comes in or battery might actually be a good idea to. It’s just that a diesel engine inin this might do some good for Australia as it seems like it would be a fitting option.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

I checked, and it seems 1.5 liter petrol is their export weapon of choice for tax reasons. They don't like diesels, because of pollution, so they don't make them. That, as well as the fact they were never good at engine development, hence focus on EVs.

[@Mitracast]

I think 6 slads are taken from former owner Mahindra which uses this design in there vehicle in India

[@VinPil19]

Do yall not see a Hyundai palisade or am I tripping???

[@hovanlongricky]

I like your review, indeed Ssangyong could have been much better equipped this car with more State of the arts software and engine upgrades for this car. But overall, I do like this car design, if I could buy one, I will customize this car with some of few more upgrades for the interior and the multimedia devices with top nutch materials and high end sounds and multimedia screen system, could be up to 18 speakers with surrounding sounds and seperately installed amplifier. ❤😂

[@jasonweikert1922]

The Loops on the bonnet look like they were copied form the new Ford Branco.

[@OzBloke]

Nice 😎👍

[@TheRepconn]

Машина интересная, но почему такая большая цена?

[@cosmic-tiger]

It looks good from the side to me, just not really at any other angle.

[@ricllinares5929]

Looks great ,I’d have one

[@mademoiselle1356]

Ça reste une jolie voiture ❤

[@tibortatrai2318]

That rear looks as good as gollum.

[@vaughnfoster6451]

Quality .

[@talhaiqbal4920]

Kg mobility it sounds like a delivery company

[@shroomyesc]

I do rather enjoy the looks of this, but I much prefer the EV version, which surprisingly enough looks drastically different, unlike the Korando which looks largely alike EV or ICE. I at least hope the Torres EV comes to Europe under the new KG Mobility rebrand.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Someone commented they are only getting the EV version in the UK.

[@m.henawy]

Needs to be lifted 2 cm or more..not being able to disable lane assistance while driving is very dangerous imho

[@FanatecSystem]

Its got 21cm ground clearance, what more would you want from an SUV? Lol

[@peterjanvanbijnen226]

it is an shame that they do not use mercedes diesel engines anymore

[@propaladins5714]

If you would have been saying that it costs 48.490E at the beginning probably I would have been stop watching at that second. There are other much better options at that price.

[@fragu123]

…but you get your 20% discount from Ssangyong, makes it 39K€ and this means you’ll hardly find a better value for money proposition in the entire car industry, or?

[@IanHarlin]

Great 👌 looking car 🎉

[@worldhello1234]

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is the way to go for longevity.

[@AliHijazi]

following the chinese which is working for them now especially the Changan they are making models that resemble the Lambourghini Urus :D

[@waynemcsweeney1955]

It will age quickly

[@CoconutDiaries]

looks like one of the upcoming Mahindra cars. Their old owners btw

[@wayneheyes4934]

I don’t why they called themselves KGM

[@SomfilmsFHD]

Pornhub+Car review 😂😂... Great review by the way Marek

[@Tunçayk-h8n]

They should change their name for modern world! The name, its hard to say even keep in mind.

[@Lee-iq6wh]

👍👍👍

[@mowuvz3672]

When doing English review, please change car's infotainment language to English so that we can read when you show the screen. Thank you.

[@RomainSandt]

From the side it's more Ford Explorer

[@stephengneri2136]

I would start with the name. I am not telling my friends my sangyong broke.

[@ehsanchizari5453]

WTF was that opening scene …lol

[@NathanScott-NCS]

Bro i am wondering the same thing to

[@DRUM.RECIPES]

Too high consumption almost 10L/100km in the city. It looks nice but then your pocket will look bad 😂

[@venkateshthangavel]

Sideways it looks more of a hyundai pallisade

[@bennasara944]

DONT UNDERSTAND HOW YOU CAN ORDER A TORRES IN KOREA FOR Aust $30,000 but this review says it will be Aust $65,000 - IF THIS IS TRUE THEN NO ONE WILL BUY IT - FOR THAT PRICE THERE IS MUCH BETTER OUT THERE

[@MarekDrivesENG]

It's called Europe.

[@tonydcurrawong]

So then the steering wheel is from the rexton and so is the stereo. Very old tech hidden in a new shell. Disappointing. I own a rexton and this old stereo is the main issue with the car.

[@McGrogansSchool]

For that kind of money no way. Buy a Skoda or Sante Fe/Kia. Proper tech onboard.

[@sanatandharma4435]

Seems a lot of money for a half baked, if good looking car in an already overcrowded market!