Project Kahn British Motor Show car joins SsangYong line-up
The customised version of the Rexton, shown on the SsangYong stand at this year’s British International Motor Show, is now an additional model in the SsangYong range, priced at £29,995 on-the-road.
The SsangYong Rexton R-Line was so enthusiastically received by visitors to the SsangYong motor show stand, that distributors Koelliker UK, had no hesitation in adding it to the range.
Differing only in detail from the show car, the Rexton R-Line is the work of celebrated designer Afzal Kahn, who has carved an international reputation for applying old-world craftsmanship and the finest materials to turn standard cars into bespoke works of art.
Built at Project Kahn’s Bradford facility, the Rexton R-Line is based on the Rexton 270 SPR – an already well-equipped and imposing four-wheel drive SUV that offers outstanding value at £24,995. But the R-Line takes this several stages further with added luxury and design flair.
Created to provide the ultimate Rexton with power, presence and versatility, the R-Line is a full-size 4×4 with outstanding off-road and towing capabilities, with the latest safety features and exceptional interior comfort.
Immediately obvious are the Kahn Design 22 inch RST alloy wheels. These combine with lowered sports springs to completely transform the look of the car.
Inside, a high quality black nappa leather and soft Alcantara interior with red stitching cossets the Rexton’s occupants. Seats, door panels and centre console have been specially upholstered to add a tactile quality to the driving experience.
On the road, the R-Line has considerable presence with black paintwork combining with the lowered suspension and special 22 inch alloys. Performance and handling are improved with a Kahn Design sports exhaust and a lower centre of gravity from the sports suspension springs.
Even in standard form, the Rexton 270 SPR has climate control, electronic stability programme (ESP) with active rollover protection (ARP), hill descent control (HDC), ABS, parking sensors, cruise control, auto lights and wipers, side airbags, electric folding door mirrors and heated seats. Leather upholstery is standard, but the Kahn R-Line is further upgraded.
The only thing the R-Line doesn’t have as standard is an audio system, simply because customers are likely to want to specify their own choice of premium sound system.
The Rexton uses a more powerful version of the SsangYong 2.7 five cylinder turbo diesel engine producing 186 PS and a thundering 402 Nm torque at 2,400rpm. Transmission is a Mercedes T-Tronic automatic with gear lever and steering wheel shift buttons, and with permanent all-wheel drive. Suspension is independent all round. A rear spoiler and Kenwood touch-screen navigation system are the only options, but if a customer prefers a different exterior paint and interior leather colour combination, anything’s possible.
Like all SsangYongs, the Rexton R-Line has a three year/60,000 mile warranty and three years’ European roadside assistance cover.
REXTON R-LINE – STANDARD SPECIFICATION & EQUIPMENT
Convenience / easy operation
Cruise control (auto only)
Electric windows (front & rear)
LED black face instrument cluster
Electric folding door mirrors
Auto tilt mirrors to aid parking
Electronically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Headlight levelling system
Auto head lights and tail lights
Overhead drop-down sunglasses compartment
Centre storage console
12V DC power outlets x 3
Cup holders (front & rear)
Reverse parking sensors
Sunroof
Exterior
Kahn Design 22″ RST alloy wheels
Kahn Design stainless steel quad exhaust system
Roof-rails
Side steps
Privacy glass
Safety
ABS (anti-lock braking system) with EBD (electronic brake distribution)
ESP (electronic stability programme) with ARP (active rollover protection)
HDC (hill descent control)
Dual airbags (front)
Side airbags (front)
Rain sensing wipers
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Speed sensing power assisted steering
Thatcham approved alarm & immobiliser
Remote, keyless entry
Fog lights (front & rear)
Rear wash/wipe
Speed-sensing door locks
Heated windscreen glass
Seatbelt reminder
Climate & heating
Auto climate control air conditioning
Audio system
Steering wheel audio controls
6 speaker audio system
Customer choice of audio
Seating & comfort
Kahn Design nappa leather & Alcantara upholstery
5 full seats
Variable heated seats (driver and front passenger)
Electronically adjustable driver seat with 3 memory settings
Electronically adjustable passenger seat
Front seat 4-way head restraints
60:40 split folding 2nd row of seats
Luggage cover & net barrier
