Ssangyong Actyon Sport

SUT (Sports Utility Truck), as defined by the body style, it offers expanded space for cargo. Designing the cockpit with innovative instrument like trip computer tracking your travel distance, time and fuel consumption, although the steering wheel comes with a natural leather cover and the carbon pattern adorned to the gearshift level adds refinement to the internal appeal. Outlined with the driver-oriented concept, the new Actyon Sports offers all controls and switches at your fingertips. In addition, the air vents and digital clock have been designed for greater ease of operability. This vehicle is capable of towing loads as heavy as 2300 kg, and the cargo bucket measures two squares meters with tailgate down, bringing enough room to carry bulky objects like motorbikes, mountain bikes etc.

New Actyon Sports let you stand apart from the crowd in any environment. Its bold hood with flowing character lines, hexagonal radiator grille with black-tinge finish and captivating blend of dynamism and refinement sets a new standard in its class. The standard fog lamps and daytime running lights elicits a new sporty appeal for its front profile. For convenience, the large bucket is present with this vehicle to carry loads. Both the variants of Actyon Sport are appointed with bold 16-inch alloy wheels, exhibiting its robust and muscular character. The overall dimensions of this vehicle comprises of 4990mm X 1910mm X 1790 mm (L X W X H) with the wheelbase 3060 mm.

Actyon Sports by Ssangyong is made available in two variants such as Actyon Sports S and Actyon Sports 4WD. Both of these trims are powered with 2.3 litre gasoline engine, which is further paired with 6-speed manual transmission enabling quick gear shifts and instant power threshold when needed. This efficient petrol engine excels power of 149.5 PS at 5500 rpm along with the maximum torque of 214 Nm between 3500 to 4600 rpm. The fuel consumption the vehicle takes is counted 8.06 kmpl in combined driving situations. Further, it takes 12.2 seconds to breach the speed mark of 0 to 100 kmph from a halt, while the top speed remains as 161 kmph.

In terms of protection and safety, the new Sports Actyon gets the usual compliments of active and passive safety facets including anti-lock braking system preventing wheels from locking up at the event of sudden braking, along with electronic brake force distribution (EBD) applying perfect amount of braking force on wheels individually. For firm handling, this SUT comes fitted with double wishbone suspension in the front axle and 5-link suspension with coil springs in the rear. Driver’s and front seat passenger’s seat are employed with airbag system to reduce the effect of any possible injury in any accidental situation. Cruise control allows to maintain a constant speed while taking highway routes to avoid collision or accident.

Verdict

The manufacturer has successfully upgraded the appearance of Actyon Sports as compared to its predecessor, however, alike to its old model, it still offers unsatisfied driving experience for both on-road and off-road.