4 Reasons to Upgrade your L200 to the KGM Musso

Still holding tight to your Mitsubishi L200? Respect. But it’s time for a reality check. Mitsubishi manufacturing waved goodbye to the UK, and your pick-up’s future? Let’s just say it’s not exactly future proof. Enter the KGM Musso – previously SsangYong, now rebranded, retooled, and ready to impress. 

At SERE Motors Belfast, one of Northern Ireland’s two KGM dealerships, we’ve seen drivers make the jump from the L200 and not look back. If you're looking for power, practicality, and value – plus a dose of creature comforts – here’s why the Musso is worth a serious look: 

Once the Musso hits cruising speed (between 50-70mph), it genuinely quiets down. Diesel engines aren't typically known for their subtlety, but the Musso's new 2.2L e-XDi 220 turbo diesel engine is smooth, refined and surprisingly hushed — you don’t get the usual roar or rattle you'd expect from a pick-up (or your old L200). 

Comfort-wise? The Rebel, Saracen, and Saracen+ trims step things up with leather seats, a heated steering wheel, climate control, and driver seat electrics. Top-spec models go even further with ventilated front seats, heated rears, and plush nappa leather. And yes, the cabin’s designed to be SUV-like — meaning soft-touch materials, minimal road noise, and suspension that doesn’t beat you up on B-roads. You’ll genuinely forget you're driving something this tough. 

The Musso isn’t trying to be subtle about what it’s good at: 

• Towing capacity: Up to 3.5 tonnes 

• Payload: Up to 1205kg on Saracen+ 

• Gross Train Weight: Class-leading — up to 6900kg 

• Bed size: LWB models fit a full Euro pallet and then some — deepest load bed on the UK market 

• Total load capacity: More than any other pick-up in the UK 

And here’s the real game-changer: most pick-ups can’t tow at full capacity AND carry their max payload at the same time. The Musso can. That means no compromises when you’re shifting machinery, tools, trailers, livestock or just a load of gear. 

You also get selectable part-time 4WD, with high and low range modes, hill descent control and hill start assist. Whether you’re on-site, on the farm, or off-road, the Musso’s got the underpinnings of a true off-roader — because it shares its chassis and drivetrain with its SUV cousins. It’s not just built for mud and guts; it’s smart about it too. 

KGM hasn’t reinvented the wheel when it comes to tech – but what’s there works and works well: 

• 12.3-inch touchscreen (on most trims) 

• Apple CarPlay & Android Auto (wired, fast and stable) 

• Digital instrument display on Saracen/Saracen+ 

• Reversing camera, plus front and rear parking sensors 

• Trailer sway control for smoother, safer towing 

And thanks to thoughtful touches like a trailer-friendly reverse cam angle, cruise control and easy-to-navigate menus, it actually makes your working day feel less like, well, work. 

Meanwhile, the L200? Glitchy screens, awkward buttons, and dated layouts. If you’ve had to jab the same button five times to load nav, you’ll know exactly what we mean. 

The Musso starts at a lower price than most rivals, and even high-spec models come in under the likes of the Ranger and Amarok. Plus: 

• Up to 34mpg 

• Five-year / 100,000-mile warranty 

• £41/month service plan 

• Big fuel tank = fewer fill-ups 

• Load bed liner and cargo tie-downs included as standard 

It’s straight-up better value, especially when you factor in ownership costs. Sure, it doesn’t have a stop-start system or hybrid gimmicks, but what you do get is rugged reliability, proper warranty support, and real-world efficiency. 

And now that L200 parts are becoming harder to find, you’re looking at potential headaches down the line. Why risk it? 

“Impressive towing and load capacity for relatively little money, while also being quiet and refined inside.” – Parkers 

“Despite being one of the least expensive double-cabs around, it’s actually one of the most impressive.” – WhatCar? 

We’ve got new and used MUSSO models in stock right now at SERE Motors Belfast, complete with unmissable offers and commercial finance options. 

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Don’t wait until your L200 becomes an expensive ornament. Make the smart move. Make the switch to the KGM Musso. 

^{*Prices correct at time of publication and is subject to change. T&C's Apply.}