Used Ssangyong Tivoli 2015-present reliability review

Name: Used Ssangyong Tivoli 2015-present
Rating: 2
Author: Stuart Milne

As alternatives go, the Ssangyong Tivoli does offer you a longer warranty than most rivals and lots of equipment; it’s just a shame it’s not nicer to drive or cheaper to run

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What should I look for in a used SsangYong Tivoli?

While the Ssangyong Tivoli is a small SUV, you can still get more off-road-worthy versions of it, and some owners might have taken them off the beaten track. Look for any signs of mud-plugging such as loose bits of plastic underneath the car and lots of dirt.

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On the inside, look for scuffed and scratched interior trim. Lots of cheap-feeling plastic is used, and this can mark easily. Also, the storage pockets on the back of the front seats and in the boot are made up of large, elasticated bands that wrap over hooks. Because these can be removed, make sure there aren’t any missing on the car you go to view.

Is a used SsangYong Tivoli reliable?

Ssangyong backs up its reliability with a five-year warranty, so many models should have some manufacturer-backed cover left. Not that you'll need it: in our 2023 used car reliability study of cars between six and 20 years old, the Tivoli was rated the third most reliable small SUV on the road, finishing way ahead of more common models such as the Renault Captur, Mini Countryman and Nissan Juke.

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