Ssangyong Motors; the Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M) acquired Korean auto giant, has displayed the all-new Rexton named as Ssangyong Rexton W at Busan Motor Show. This new vehicle is not a mere facelift but an absolute reincarnation of the previous model. As Mahindra Rexton has now got a more imposing and premium in appearance as far as the exteriors and interiors are concerned, a new name alongside more powerful engine. The upgraded SUV will surely be introduced in India late this year and make way difficult for the likes of Toyota Fortuner and Chevrolet Captiva in the INR 20 Lakh category.

It is to be noted that existing version of the SUV called Mahindra Rexton II was showcased at 2012 Auto Expo this year in India and had collected much of accolades by industry experts. Similar model has been reported most of the times doing trial runs on the Mumbai-Pune expressway.

The new front fascia and rear now witnesses a pair of new bumpers with reworked headlamps provide a feel of Mercedes Benz M Class SUV together with restructured chrome filled front grille the confers a contemporary look to the elegant vehicle. The interiors will carry some more premium ambience in the cabin with chrome and silver accent work on the dashboard and central console. The Rexton W also sports some exclusive safety features such as ABS with EBD and ESP, tyre-pressure monitoring system, smart key function, rain-sensing wipers and Eco-cruise control system besides ultrasonic warning system.

The new turbo charged VGT diesel power train; e-XDi200 active, will be seen producing 155PS and 360Nm of power and torque respectively and will be marred to 5-speed Automatic Transmission (AT). Moreover, there are speculations made that a mammoth 2.2L twin-turbo charged diesel motor generating nearly 221PS is under way. The recently displayed Rexton W will be out for sale by next month this year i.e. June’2012.