Ssangyong Musso VS Toyota Hilux Comparison

Toyota Hilux
Toyota Hilux
VS

Ssangyong Musso
Ssangyong Musso

Welcome to the Ssangyong Musso Vs Toyota Hilux showroom comparison for 2022. Some manufacturers have been quite busy over the last few years and due to short supply caused by the on going pandemic. One manufacturer taking advantage of this is Ssangyong. It’s a Korean brand and the model is called the Musso. They have been around for a few decades and the updated Musso scores a comparison against one of the most popular utes, the Toyota Hilux.

Ssangyong Musso Vs Toyota Hilux exterior comparison: There is something ageless about the evolution of the Hilux design it looks like a Hilux. Sure it may not be as bulky as larger models like the Musso but the size is what buyers are happy with. The Musso update simply follows the rest of the Ute class and you be hard pressed to tell what brand it is without the badging. Unusually for this class there are two sizes – a Hilux competitor and a extended tray version if you want to be able to carry more stuff.

Ssangyong Musso Vs Toyota Hilux interior comparison: The interior of the Hilux is not exactly spacious but it looks different from the rest and that’s the main thing. It’s more like the Corolla and Yaris of the same vintage in terms of design aka 5 years ago. It is only the Hilux that does something different by being a retro design by 2022 standards.  The Musso interior is a decent place to be in for a commercial vehicle. It’s interior is more car like but has a generic T bar design. The more you pay the nicer the interior gets in the Musso.

Ssangyong Musso Vs Toyota Hilux engine and technology comparison: Utes and mini trucks in 2022 are much more civilized and both models have plenty of safety system dependent on model grades. Both have proper 4WD hardware and gently of power for carrying stuff. There is very little that propels either model to the front of the pack.

Ssangyong Musso Vs Toyota Hilux drive comparison: N/A

The winner of the Ssangyong Musso Vs Toyota Hilux comparison is the Musso. The Hilux wins purely due to image and branding and that it’s competitively priced but only amongst the leading models. The Musso pricing undercuts the Hilux at any model grade but if you can’t pronounce the brand name you probably should you buy it? That’s a joke folks. The Musso brand as had a good reputation with the original model released 20-30 years ago but the selling point was that it has a Mercedes Benz engine. However the new Musso does not, but it’s got a 7 year warranty to help the branding. That said Ssangyong has been around for a a few decades but has had quite a turbulent corporate history compared to other South Korean motor companies. So if you can’t afford the mainstream models why not give the Ssangyong Musso ago?

Toyota Hilux (2021) Ssangyong Musso
Engines
IL4 Cylinder Diesel
2.8 Litre (2755cc)
Turbo DOHC EFI DI CR
Claimed 150Kw @ 3400RPM (Auto)
Claimed 500Nm @ 1600-2800RPM (Auto)
Claimed 450Nm @ 1600-2800RPM (M 4×2)
Claimed 420Nm @ 1600-2800RPM (M 4×4)
IL4 Cylinder Diesel
2.2 Litre (2157cc)
Turbo DOHC EFI DI CR
Claimed 133Kw @ 4000RPM
Claimed 400Nm @ 1400-2800RPM
IL4 Cylinder Diesel
2.4 Litre (2393cc)
Turbo DOHC EFI DI CR
Claimed 110Kw @ 3400RPM
Claimed 400Nm @ 1600RPM
IL4 Cylinder Petrol
2.7 Litre (2694cc)
DOHC EFI VVTi
Claimed 122Kw @ 5200RPM
Claimed 245Nm @ 4000RPM
Weight
FROM Approx 2000Kg
Towing capacity up to 3500kg
FROM 2000Kg
Towing capacity up to 790 – 3500kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 80 litres
2.8 Diesel 8 lts per 100km
2.4 Diesel 8 lts per 100km
2.7 Petrol 11.1 lts per 100km
Up to 75 litres
IL4 Diesel 8.9 lts per 100km (Auto)
Other specifications
6 speed Auto or Manual
Overall height/width 1815/1855
Overall length/wheelbase 5265/3085
Tray size: L1560 x W1520 x D490 mm
Total payload capability 1000kg (Approx)
NCAP safety rating 5/5
6 speed Auto or Manual
Overall height/width 1840/1950
Overall length/wheelbase 5095-5409/3100-3210
Tray size: L1600 x W1570 x D570 mm
Tray size: L1300 x W1570 x D570 mm
Total payload capability 800kg (Approx)
NCAP safety rating X/5
Capability
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach xx Departure xx Breakover N/A
Minimum ground clearance xxx mm
Water Fording depth 500mm Max
4WD with Low Range or 2WD
Angle of: (degrees)
25′ Approach 30′ Departure 20′ Breakover
Minimum ground clearance 215mm
Water Fording depth XXmm Max
4WD system: Part time 4WD High & Low range
Performance
Pricing
Dual Cab 4×4 Price Guide
2020 40,250 – 64,490 AUD
2019 Hilux Rogue $61,990
2019 Hilux Rugged $54,990 – 56,990
2019 Hilux Rugged X $61,990 – 63,690
2019 Hilux SR5 $54,440 -56,440
Dual Cab 4×4 Price Guide
2022 From 34,990 – 41,290 AUD
*Specifications vary based on model grade and accessory packages, Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc…