Ever since it was bought by Mahindra&Mahindra five years ago, Ssangyong failed to turn a profit, but that could change over the next few years as the brand is looking to expand its lineup.
One of the upcoming models that will be put into production is the XAV Concept, presented at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, according to AutoExpress.
The new Ssangyong will ride on a stretched version of the Tivoli’s platform, which will give it access to the latest generation of petrol and diesel engines.
Moreover, since Ssangyong has previously shown interest in introducing green powertrains to its lineup, a similar hybrid electric E-4WD system to the one used by the study could make its way to the as-of-yet unnamed model.
Visually the new model is expected to carry design influences from the old Korando Mk2, keeping an off-road orientation. This translates into large bumpers and skid plates along with a generous ride height, all of them wrapped around a body measuring around 4,400 mm (173 in) in length.
Word on the street has it that the production version of the XAV will go official in 2019, right after the all-new Korando, while a fresh Rexton is believed to be introduced in Paris this fall, followed also by a pickup truck in 2018 that will replace the Korando Sports.
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