SsangYong Rexton 2022 review: 7 seat SUV with Nappa leather!

SsangYong is a brand you may not have heard of, but they make a big 7-seat SUV with a stack of bells and whistles. Paul Maric tests the 2021 SsangYong Rexton Ultimate, which sits at the very top of the SsangYong Rexton tree. It even has seats finished in Nappa leather!

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Intro: 00:00
Exterior 00:50
Interior 02:39
Infotainment 04:04
Safety Tech 05:03
Practicality 06:23
On Road 11:19
Off Road 15:59
Verdict 20:31

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[csrlivestock]

Purchased the Ultimate in July 2019, since then I have done around 60, 000 to January 22. In a previous life, I was a livestock buyer and travelled the east coast of Australia doing 150, 000 k a year and brought a new car around 15 to 18 months. My preferred car then was the Pajero Exceed, I had Toyota Landcruiser waggons but found them too expensive to run. When I found out that Pajeros were ceasing production as well I had had the Pajero for 6 years as I was now semi-retired I wanted a change, I decided to look at the Rexton. I found the Pajero Sports too narrow and difficult to get into, nothing like the real Pajero Exceed. The Rexton is most likely the best car I have owned and I have driven many many different model cars in my job. There are shortfalls with the 2019 model I have, like the suspension is very firm, on good roads no worries on average roads it's rough. As I was also towing a Caravan occasionally this firm suspension balance out. I understand this has been addressed in the latest model, moving from 20-inch low profile tyres to 18-inch tyres (20-inch quality Tyres were hard to get, towing the van rear tyres were lucky to do 20, 000, front tyres now on second set still good miles in them). The second problem filling the fuel tank, you could never fill the tank without a lot of mucking around once it did the first click, I could spend 10 minutes getting the last 20 litres in. Pulling the van you needed as much as you could get into the tank. The GPS display is nil unless you connect your phone. Other than that it's brilliant, fuel economy is excellent pulling a 20-foot caravan would average from 14 to around 16 l/100k. Ask a Toyota to do that, pulling the van uphill it powers on. All the comfort controls you could ask for, the heated seats with my bad back are great, even the steering wheel is heated. Just ordered another one giving my current one to my Grandaughter as I want her to drive a vehicle with all the safety features. Sorry, it's long but I had to tell people about it.

[moist]

Good review! We bought an Ultimate a few weeks ago and adore it! It won the wife’s seal of approval over the Pajero Sport and Mux because of how quiet and comfortable it was.
2 things - the side camera you say they forgot… press it again to activate the left side. Also, the button you mention is for auto hold brakes so in traffic you don’t need to hold your foot on the brake after coming to a stop.

[KhanhKhuong]

The most underrated car brand but in fact the best Korean car maker you can find on the market.

[Elite_Txm]

I bought a 2020 Ssangyong Rexton and I couldn’t be more impressed. Outstanding value for money and just does everything it should without an issue. If you thinking about the Isuzu MuX, Pajero Sport, Toyota Fortuna or similar large SUVs, definitely check out the Rexton first. It’s great, does everything and you’ll save $$$.

[paulsaleem]

I bought mine 2 months ago and absolutely love it. Ssangyong has great products now and the Australian sales are up. Company issues are a concern but it has come out of Bankruptcy a couple of times. I hope the dealers don't stuff it up! Go Ssangyong!

[ldsgarage]

Bought one in march and absolutely love it. Have been very happy with the after sales service. We were originally after a land cruiser but managed to get the rexton ultimate for $54500 with a tow bar. So less then half of what a gxl was going to cost us with more kit then a sahara. 7 year unlimited km warranty. Can't really go wrong and they will sort a new owner so don't buy into the bankruptcy issue too much.

[vasilioskarvelas]

Just bought one was so surprised on the test drive, for the money vs competition it’s a fantastic car!!!

[tonydcurrawong]

I'm 2 weeks into my 2022 rexton black edition. It's awesome. 3k klm in 2 weeks and it's quiet, 7.2l on the motorway and the best air con anywhere. My wife's q7 is quieter but the ssangyong has better steering and stacks up really well. Can't stress enough what a deal these vehicle's are

[ishmamchowdhury]

I must say I am very impressed considering their brand recognition. Previously I had zero idea about them but they surely can compete toe to toe with bigger rivals.This SUV really has the potential to go a long way with proper investors & marketing.

[jinsei]

Thanks Paul for your review. Ssangyong deserves far more media attention than now. I have owned an ELX for 8 months and can’t fault it. Extremely quiet cabin, hush diesel engine, best in class interior quality. All combined with proven reliability record. My previous car was a Lexus NX but I’m more satisfied now.

[NeilDecierdo]

Thank you soooo much, you’re my favourite Australian car channel and I was actually looking into the Rexton

[screw]

Purchased mine on the 30th July, Rexton Ultimate in silky pearl white, so impressed. Extremely quite and smooth. For the price and what you get it is hard to go past the new Rexton. Forget about there money issues, I have had Ssangyongs since 2005 and never had an issue. This model will make big roads in to the Aussie market, you will see a lot of these on the road, once the dealers are able to get them.

[RishabhSethia]

I have the older version of this car for 2 years now. Just amazing!

[roberthunt]

I have bought one of these and due for delivery in May 2022. Can’t wait to hook it up to my camper and start travelling this great country. Thanks for the review Paul.

[watto]

at last a report that stops comparing the Rexton to soft roaders like the Santa Fe / Sorento and no annoying music playing over the road test. Well Done..

[lamborghini]

Couldn't help but laugh when you casually said "I just want to caveat the review by saying SsangYong is currently bankrupt" 😂 Yeah that's gonna make you think twice! Actually a decent vehicle though compared to it's competitors. Good review.

[KenanGwallter]

Ordered one last week. All the bells and whistles except I'll be having the 18" wheels for improved comfort. It'll arrive sometime in April. Can't wait to have it!

[nanettedonlon]

I/we waited out the money/ownership woes and picked up my 2022 Black Edition Rexton nearly 2 weeks ago.. Couldn't be happier, it is a great car and I am slowly getting the hang of the bells and whistles. Such a quiet car to drive on any road type ( we are on unsealed terrible one ), insanely comfortable and so much room. Only Neg is having to turn the obstacle alert off every time I start the car. It was going off up and down our drive due to long grass, not the best. Otherwise its a dream, so many features for low price and it was actually on the lot and could almost take it straight away... Thanks for the 'heads up' and reviews, made choosing my 4wd 'town car' that can tow the little van so much easier. We had all the information and very few questions on the day. 😃

[라이언채널-gl]

The parking button is more for the South Korean specific function.
Story behind is the South Korea has a small landscape and most of the residences are apartments. Often there are not enough spaces for parking especially for old apartment blocks that does not have or very minimum underground car parking areas. Hence people park double layer and blocks other cars. People need to move any cars parked doubled layer & blocks by pushing others especially in the morning when they go for work. Therefore, after you parked and use the button to unpark breaking the car for others to push and move your car. Obviously you need to use I on a flat surface area.
Hope this answers.

[tomobrien]

We bought one earlier this year and it's been fantastic. Diesel top of the line, drives very well, interior is great and comfortable, and is half the price of less appointed cars that we were looking at in the 7seat / 3.5 tonne towing bracket. Kept looking for faults and the only thing is lack of brand recognition. The company issues will likely be resolved so not a concern.