SsangYong targets mainstream with budget SUV crossover

The SsangYong Tivoli compact crossover is the Korean company’s best chance yet to make an impact in Ireland

Last week, SsangYong Ireland launched what is widely believed to be its most important new model yet, the Tivoli compact SUV, set to compete with best sellers in the growing small crossover sector such as the Nissan Juke, Opel Mokka and Renault Captur. Prices start at €19,995.

On sale right now in 1.6-litre petrol format in two trim levels (and with a manual or automatic gearbox), the Tivoli line-up will be expanded in ...