KGM Motors UK is launching its latest Rexton Commercial van at next week’s Commercial Vehicle Show 2025.
Priced from £34,995 CVOTR, the commercial version of the seven-seat SUV from the South Korean automaker, previously known as Ssangyong, launches from 1 May and joins the Musso pickup truck.
It’s positioned as a high-specification vehicle “with superior 4WD capability and [a] value-for-money proposition” plus “unstoppable all-terrain capability [and] superb 3.5-tonne towing”.
The vehicle conversion has a full-height fixed mesh bulkhead as standard and opaque reinforced rear windows. The load area is carpeted, with an optional rubber mat available as an accessory. The conversion is GB type-approved and therefore attracts commercial vehicle flat-rate Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) taxation, qualifies for VAT reclaim and capital write-down, and has a first-year VED of £345.
It also features a secure load area with over 2,200 litres of space, has a payload in excess of 700kg and can easily accommodate several standard Euro pallets thanks to its wide-opening tailgate. The load area is accessed from the rear which has a top-hinged power tailgate, whilst side doors enables customers to access items located towards the front of the vehicle.
The Rexton Commercial is powered by the brand’s latest 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine, which delivers maximum power of 202hp and peak torque of 441Nm and is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a shift-by-wire system. Its selectable 4WD system primarily operates in 2WD mode but allows the driver to switch between 4WD: High (4H) or 4WD: Low (4L) when required.
The robust ladder chassis enables a towing capacity of 3,500kg (unbraked 750kg), and a kerb weight of 2,140kg. The Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature further enhances driver stability by detecting and automatically stabilising yaw movement, and sway, to the towed trailer. Official wading depth is 350mm with an approach angle of 20.5 degrees and departure angle of 22 degrees.
KGM says the Rexton is amongst the sturdiest and safest vehicles in its class, thanks to a high-strength steel body-on-guard frame construction. Around 82% of the vehicle’s steel plates employ high-strength, high-density, high-tensile steel; its front bumper beam is crafted from 1.5Gpa ultra-strength steel, whilst its side members, cross members and rear bumper are all constructed of 590FB ultra-high strength steel.
The cabin comes with DAB radio, multi-Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support for device mirroring, six onboard speakers, rear-view camera and TomTom navigation – all accessed via a 12.3-inch screen.
It’ s available in three trim levels: K30, K40 and K50.
The entry-level K30 comes with DAB radio, multi-Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support for device mirroring, six onboard speakers, rear-view camera and TomTom navigation – all accessed via a 12.3-inch screen. It also features LED lights all round, faux leather heated and ventilated seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and a smart powered tailgate.
The K40 is priced at £35,995 and offers a Nappa leather seat upgrade, LED cabin mood- lighting and an additional suite of safety features such as blind spot detection, and rear cross traffic warning.
The K50, which has a £38,995 price tag, adds 20-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof and rear air conditioning, plus a leather and suede combo upgrade for the interior.
The K40 and K50 commercial variants also offer 3D ‘around-view’ monitoring.
Safety and comfort features include electronic driver aids, six airbags, rain sensor wipers, automatic speed-sensing door locks, tyre pressure monitoring system, safety power windows and reinforced rear windows.
The Rexton Commercial also comes with a five-year/100-000-mile warranty, plus six-year anti-corrosion and three years for paintwork, and 12 months’ RAC Roadside Assistance.
Kevin Griffin, managing director at KGM Motors UK, said: “The all-new KGM Rexton Commercial represents a step forward in our commercial vehicle line-up and fits alongside our award-winning Musso pickup truck perfectly. The car-derived commercial is designed to be a truly versatile ‘go-anywhere’ tool for businesses, providing them with a perfect blend of car-like ease of driving, and van-like capabilities. We believe that it adds another dimension for those who need a tough working vehicle – with some ‘nice to have’ home comforts as standard, that is also value for money, and tax efficient.”
