Sanguine korando

Bazzy
Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
edited August 2016 in Towcars & Towing #1

Has anyone got or had a sangyoung korando EX 2.2 4/4   We pick our new one up tomorrow 17Aug and don't know much about them they do get a good write up and won caravan club tow car of the year 2014 I would be interested in what others think to them We tow a swift Chalenger sport 514. We are parting with a KIA Sedona 2010 2.2 and that was a great tow car sadly they have discontinued them Sportage not heavy enough and Sorento too expensive. Just one other thing if you buy a new one before the end of August the caravan club give you a tow bar and electrics. 

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  • armourer
    armourer Forum Participant Posts: 218
    edited August 2016 #2

    i would have asked those questions long before now

    looks like you will just have to see how you find it yourself.

    check out auto express review  / what car review / telegraph review

    im afraid none of them rate it very well

     

  • flatcoat
    flatcoat Forum Participant Posts: 1,571
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    edited August 2016 #3

    Had the same thought myself...... 

  • EasyT
    EasyT Forum Participant Posts: 16,194
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    edited August 2016 #4

    Seem well thought of

  • Trini
    Trini Forum Participant Posts: 429
    edited August 2016 #5

    I looked at them and passed the korando over with its 80kg tow bar limit

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #6

    You'll love it,take no notice of those that don't own a Korando.You get more car/£ and it'll tow your 'van adequately return good mpg and built quality is good too.

  • Simon100
    Simon100 Club Member Posts: 666 ✭
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    edited August 2016 #7

    Have you used Google to search for comments? There are a number of threads on this and other forum about this car.

  • reynoray
    reynoray Forum Participant Posts: 106
    edited August 2016 #8

    I have had a 2.2 SE 2wd manual for three weeks and done 800 miles.  Only towed the van locally to the dealer for service.

    The car is fine and seems to tow brilliantly but will know more after our trip to the south coast next week.

    Owners seem to give them better press than the motoring journalists.  They have to say something and from what I've read they are saying that the Korando is not as good as cars costing about four thousand pounds more (for ones with similar towing performance) - fair comment.

    One thing about the free tow bar - they fitted mine with a standard ball so I had to shell out 40 quid for an Alko compatible one.

    I'm happy Laughing

     

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #9

    Motoring journalists are over critical when testing cars.The Korando engine is a little noisy from outside but as quiet as our previous car a Kuga when on the move gearchange not as smooth but it rides as well/handles fine but most importantly tows our caravan
    perfectly the 80kg noseweight not a problem for us.

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited August 2016 #10

    I did look into it before we bought it of course and the caravan club gave it the thumbs up it ticked all the boxes on the outfit match report plus it did win tow car of the year for 2013 and 2014 as far as I know so it seems prity ok to me we shall see
    it drives and rides well solo. Going down south in a few weeks we will know then will let you all know.

  • nicko
    nicko Forum Participant Posts: 101
    edited August 2016 #11

    i have recently bought the 2.0 litre went for a short break break recently and towed like a dream,previously had skoda superb and thought that was a great car, but took the plunge on this even after reading reports,have to say i am impressed and think a
    lot of reviews are biased and have underated this car,even after a month i would consider another

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #12

    Only regret I have is not test driving an automatic,I have started riding automatic maxi scooters (600cc Honda) recently and like the relaxed ride with no gear changing.My wife likes autos but my last experience of autos was a 1977 Triumph 2000 and I didn't
    like it

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited August 2016 #13

    I did ask if anyone owned  or had owned one to see what they thought, if you have not owned one you really cannot give an opinion. And thanks to those of you that replied with useful comments.

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #14

    Did you pick yours up other day?And what are your thoughts so for

  • Pauljw
    Pauljw Forum Participant Posts: 55
    edited August 2016 #15

    Bazzy, I have the 2.2 Se , it tows well and is a comfortable and powerful car . I don't think that You will be disappointed.

    Paul

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #16

    You certainly won't be disappointed,We've 4,000 miles on our 2.2 EX since March average 41 mpg solo and 29-33 towing.

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited August 2016 #17

    Yes did pick the car up Wednesday and like it very much. Not towed with it yet it says in the book do 500 miles before towing so going for a ride out after dinner only got 118 miles so far got two week before we go to Torquay so I think we will manage 500 by then. Thanks for your replies. 

  • twocals
    twocals Forum Participant Posts: 117 ✭✭
    edited August 2016 #18

    Hi,

    Just picked up our new  ELX 2.2 yesterday traded in our 3 yr old SE with 50,000 miles and only two minor problems with it, fixed under warrenty., really good cars ,forget the poncey press opinions.Badge snobbery.

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #19

    Well said mateWinktoo many badge snobs around,had that when I drove Kia's lol. Mate of mine has a new Vauxhaul Mokka and he sneered at my SSangyong
    referring to it as "cheap Korean crap" haven't seen him since but bit of research tells me Mokkas are made in Spain and Korea!! Surprised And
    of course Nowt wrong with having a Mokka (apart from the name maybeEmbarassed)To me a cars a car and it doesn't matter where it was made

  • flatcoat
    flatcoat Forum Participant Posts: 1,571
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    edited August 2016 #20

    It depends upon what criteria you are measuring the car against. Whilst they are undoubtedly good value that doesnt necessarily make them a good car to drive if driving dynamics and enjoyment are a factor. For me they are and for that reason (along with
    too low nose weight limit) i ruled out a Sang Yong. 

  • cyberyacht
    cyberyacht Forum Participant Posts: 10,218
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    edited August 2016 #21

    My old Ford Focus came from Valencia. Not sure if the Kuga's from the 'wrong side of the tracks'.

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #22

    My "old" Kuga was built in Valencia

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #23

    It depends upon what criteria you are measuring the car against. Whilst they are undoubtedly good value that doesnt necessarily make them a good car to drive if driving dynamics and enjoyment are a factor. For me they are and for that reason (along with
    too low nose weight limit) i ruled out a Sang Yong. 

    Write your comments here...

    Fair comments,I measured mine against my then present car a 2 1/2 year old Ford Kuga and it measured up very well,yes the Korando doesn't have some of the gadgets the Kuga had but we don't need them,the Korando was bought to tow the caravan we have and the
    80kg noseweight not a problem and it tows as well as the Kuga and is as economical.How did you reach the conclusion the Korando isn't a good car to drive  if "driving dynamics and enjoyment are a factor" I assume you just read the over  critical comments made
    by car magazine journos.

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited August 2016 #24

    Did you pick yours up other day?And what are your thoughts so for

    yes we did pick the car up not towed yet but like it very much can't wait to get the van on. It does seem to have some guts very nippy. 

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited August 2016 #25

    Yep certainly a good buy,don't tell everyone they'll all want one lol (badge snobs not included)Done over 4,000 miles in ours since March apart from clock not working no problems,no squeaks no rattles things dropping off etc.etc. recorded 55 mpg with bike
    trailer behind and 48mph solo on motorway,very pleasedSmile

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited September 2016 #26

    Did you pick yours up other day?And what are your thoughts so for

    yes we did pick the car up not towed yet but like it very much can't wait to get the van on. It does seem to have some guts very nippy. 

    Write your comments here.

    Well here we are in Torquay 390 mile tow and I can say the power of the Korando is amazing the accselaration with the caravan on is really More than enough. If anyone knows telegraph hill on the A380 to Torquay is a long steep hill and the car went up in
    4th gear no trouble with a 1300kg van on the back. Just one problem on the motorway I find the steering wanders a bit I have to keep correcting it . Will have to check my loading and tyres again. Ho and the time clock is faulty.

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited September 2016 #27

    We've had the clock replaced by dealer a quick fix done while we waited.Don't gave any issues with steering,like you say tyre pressures and loading need sorting.

  • EmilysDad
    EmilysDad Forum Participant Posts: 8,973
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    edited September 2016 #28

     ..... If anyone knows telegraph hill on the A380 to Torquay is a long steep hill and  .....

    been up there many times. Early 80's, 4 of us (fairly big fellas) in a hired Fiesta .... we were in 2nd gear at the top doing about 25mph! Laughing

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited September 2016 #29

    Did you pick yours up other day?And what are your thoughts so for

    yes we did pick the car up not towed yet but like it very much can't wait to get the van on. It does seem to have some guts very nippy. 

    Write your comments here.

    Well here we are in Torquay 390 mile tow and I can say the power of the Korando is amazing the accselaration with the caravan on is really More than enough. If anyone knows telegraph hill on the A380 to Torquay is a long steep hill and the car went up in
    4th gear no trouble with a 1300kg van on the back. Just one problem on the motorway I find the steering wanders a bit I have to keep correcting it . Will have to check my loading and tyres again. Ho and the time clock is faulty.

    Write your comments here...

    Did you pick yours up other day?And what are your thoughts so for

    yes we did pick the car up not towed yet but like it very much can't wait to get the van on. It does seem to have some guts very nippy. 

    Write your comments here.

    Well here we are in Torquay 390 mile tow and I can say the power of the Korando is amazing the accselaration with the caravan on is really More than enough. If anyone knows telegraph hill on the A380 to Torquay is a long steep hill and the car went up in
    4th gear no trouble with a 1300kg van on the back. Just one problem on the motorway I find the steering wanders a bit I have to keep correcting it . Will have to check my loading and tyres again. Ho and the time clock is faulty.

    Write your comments here...

    Did you pick yours up other day?And what are your thoughts so for

    yes we did pick the car up not towed yet but like it very much can't wait to get the van on. It does seem to have some guts very nippy. 

    Write your comments here.

    Well here we are in Torquay 390 mile tow and I can say the power of the Korando is amazing the accselaration with the caravan on is really More than enough. If anyone knows telegraph hill on the A380 to Torquay is a long steep hill and the car went up in
    4th gear no trouble with a 1300kg van on the back. Just one problem on the motorway I find the steering wanders a bit I have to keep correcting it . Will have to check my loading and tyres again. Ho and the time clock is faulty.

    Sorry 290 miles not 390.

  • HarleyDave
    HarleyDave Forum Participant Posts: 150
    edited September 2016 #30

    I tow with tyre pressures 32 F 36 R

  • Bazzy
    Bazzy Forum Participant Posts: 30
    edited September 2016 #31

    I tow with tyre pressures 32 F 36 R

    Just what I did. Then I let the rears Down to 32 and slowed down to 50mph and it was better. Stayed over one night with a short distance to go next day so did not drain the water heater off so that was 2 gallons of water in the front o/s corner so that's
    one no no, it will be drained on the way home As normal we will see, early days yet.

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