Ssangyong Tivoli 1.5P Ultimate 5dr Review
Category: Small SUV
Section: Version review
The model
Read full reviewThe Ssangyong Tivoli is decent for the money, but massively outclassed in terms of space, efficiency and comfort by pricier small SUVs, including the Ford Puma, Skoda Kamiq and Volkswagen T-Roc. The Dacia Duster also outclasses it in several ways, while being more efficient to run and cheaper to buy outright.
The trim
See full equipmentOur chosen spec takes the upgrades found in the Ventura spec then adds a few extra details, such as leather seats, privacy glass, dual-zone automatic air conditioning and more. Thanks to all of the additional items, Ultimate spec helps to better align the Tivoli with even some of its more expensive rivals. Ultimate Nav upgrades the infotainment system to a larger 9.0in colour touchscreen and adds TomTom sat-nav to the mix. When you consider that Ultimate already offers smartphone mirroring, it’s likely that you won’t need that addition.
The engine
See full engine specsWith 160bhp, the 1.5l petrol is certainly a step-up from the entry-level engine. This turbocharged unit is more responsive from low revs and offers a generally nicer driving experience. It's the best of the two petrol engines offered with the Tivoli but is still more expensive to run than similar small SUVs.
