Korean manufacturer SsangYong may have changed its name in the UK to KGM but the company is still building vehicles that are great value for money and that is especially true for its tough four-wheel-drive pick-ups.
In this week’s instalment of Drive Time John Murdoch gets behind the wheel of the impressive KGM Musso Saracen+ pick up truck which offers performance and ability at a great price. John also reveals that the fastest ever production VW Golf will soon be available in the UK market.
The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.The Saracen and Saracen+ models come with equipment you would expect to find in SUVs and are fitted with electrically-operated heated and cooled Nappa leather seats as well as a heated leather steering wheel.
Visually the Saracen comes with a black exterior pack which includes larger 18-inch black alloy wheels. It also gets power adjustable driver’s and front passenger seats, heated rear seats, dual zone automatic climate control, a 9.2-inch screen with TomTom navigation, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors and Saracen detailing.
The Saracen has a smooth six-speed automatic transmission and all models are powered by a turbocharged 2.2-litre diesel engine which delivers 199bhp and stacks of torque - meaning it is great for towing. The double cab provides bags of room for five occupants, with lots of head and legroom and getting in is easy thanks to the steps and grab handles.
I really enjoyed my time with the Saracen+ and found that it is well equipped, extremely capable and refined as well as being excellent value for money.Mechanical: 199bhp, 2,157cc, diesel engine driving all-four wheels via a six-speed automatic gearboxCO2 emissions: 236g/kmMeanwhile, Volkswagen has revealed the fastest ever production versions of the Golf in the shape of the latest R hatchback and estate models.
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