Review: Ssangyong A100.I Stavic (2005-07)

Overview

Released in March 2005, the Ssangyong A100 Series I (A100.I) Stavic was a seven-seat people mover. Manufactured in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, the Stavic was available in two variants: the SV270XDi and SV320, with the former available as a rear- or all-wheel drive. For both variants, the engines were originally designed and manufactured by Mercedes-Benz but – for the Stavic – produced by Ssangyong under license. As pictured, the Stavic was sold in international markets as the Rodius.

Engines

Of the engines,

For SV270 XDi variants, the 2.7-litre OM647 five-cylinder diesel engine had a cast iron block, common-rail injection, a variable geometry turbocharger, double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 18.0:1; and,
For SV320 variants, the 3.2-litre M104.99 petrol engine had a cast iron block, double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 10.0:1.

Beyond the drivetrains, the A100.I Stavic was available in Sports Plus and Limited editions (see table below).

Dimensions and suspension

Designed by Ken Greenley, the Stavic was 5220 mm long, 1915 mm wide, 1845 mm tall and had a 3000 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the Stavic had double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Ssangyong A100.I Stavic specifications
Variant	Editions	Drive	Engine	Trans.	Peak power	Peak torque
SV270 XDi	Sports Plus	RWD, AWD	2.7-litre turbo-diesel I5	5sp auto, 5sp man.	121 kW at 4000 rpm	340 Nm at 1800-3250 rpm
SV270 XDi	Limited	RWD, AWD	2.7-litre turbo-diesel I5	5sp auto	121 kW at 4000 rpm	340 Nm at 1800-3250 rpm
SV320	Sports Plus, Limited	RWD	3.2-litre petrol I6	5sp auto	162 kW at 6100 rpm	310 Nm at 4600 rpm

AWD system

The Stavic’s all-wheel drive system included a centre differential lock and low range gearing. In normal conditions, drive was directed to the rear-wheels, but up to fifty percent of the engine’s torque could be directed to the front axle if the rear wheels lost traction.

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the A100.I Stavic included dual front airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. The Limited edition was also equipped with electronic stability control and traction control.

Features

Standard features for the Stavic Sports Plus included 16-inch alloy wheels, a six speaker sound system with CD player, dual zone climate control air conditioning, cruise control, front fog lights, remote central locking, rear parking sensors, multi-function steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, power windows and heated mirrors, tinted windows and immobiliser.

The Stavic Limited was further equipped with a six-stack CD player, leather seats, power adjustable front seats, power sunroof, automatic head lights, anti-glare rear view mirror and roof rails.