Ssangyong SUT 1 Concept for Geneva

Next generation Actyon SUV to be unveiled in concept form in Geneva, delivering a fresh new look for the brand and to be powered by the company's new Euro 5 compliant 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine
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Hot on the heels of Ssangyong's new fourth-generation Korando compact SUV comes news of a new concept ute from the Indian-owned Korean brand, the SUT 1 Concept, which will be unveiled at the 2011 Geneva motor show in Switzerland.

The SUT 1 Concept ute is our first look at the next generation Actyon Sports model. Ssangyong has confirmed that a new model based on the concept will go on sale across Europe "and other markets" from early 2012.

Powered by the same Euro 5-compliant 129kW/360Nm 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine recently released with the Australian-spec Korando compact SUV, the SUT 1 Concept will also be available with similar gearboxes, six-speed manuals and autos.

Ssangyong says the new concept and its production progeny will retain "the essential characteristics of a traditional pick-up," but with a more "contemporary look to reflect the styling expected of today's Sports Utility Truck."

The concept is understandably similar in proportion to the current Actyon Sports ute, measuring 4985mm long by 1910mm wide and 1755mm high, with a  3060mm wheelbase. The images show a crew-cab design with a modest tray in the rear for hauling cargo.

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