Ssangyong Motor Launches Torres 'Hybrid LPG' Model

[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo Hyun-seok] SsangYong Motor announced on the 9th that it will launch the ‘Hybrid LPG Model’ of the sports utility vehicle (SUV) Torres and start sales from the 10th.

Unlike competing models that use only LPG fuel, the Torres Hybrid LPG Model applies a Bi-Fuel system that uses both gasoline and LPG fuel. Customers who drive long distances are expected to benefit economically as the fuel cost is more than 30% cheaper compared to gasoline.

The Torres Hybrid LPG Model delivers powerful performance of 165 horsepower, which is more than 95% of the maximum output (170 horsepower) and maximum torque (28.6 kg·m) of the eco-friendly 1.5ℓ GDI turbo gasoline engine (e-XGDi150T) known for Torres’ excellent quietness. When driving using only LPG fuel, it automatically switches to gasoline mode, reducing the hassle of searching for refueling stations.

With full tanks of gasoline (50ℓ) and LPG (58ℓ), it is possible to drive more than 1,000 km, eliminating the inconvenience of frequent refueling. Even in subzero winter temperatures, the engine uses gasoline instead of LPG at startup, preventing any starting difficulties.

The hybrid LPG system applied to Torres was perfected through a technical agreement with Roturn, the leading LPG specialist company in Korea. The hybrid LPG system comes with a free warranty service period of 3 years/unlimited km. The warranty period for the body, general parts, engine, and drivetrain components is 5 years/100,000 km.

The Torres Hybrid LPG Model is offered as a customized specification. The sales prices are ▲TL5 31.3 million KRW ▲TL7 34.1 million KRW. To purchase, customers can add the hybrid LPG system specification when buying Torres at SsangYong Motor dealerships, after which the LPG system is installed and structural modification is reported before delivery to the customer.

Detailed information about the Torres Hybrid LPG Model is available on the SsangYong Motor website.

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