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Verdict
Large seven-seat people carrier sold in France with the original Mercedes-sourced 2.7 Xdi of 165 hp, replaced in early 2013 by a 2.0 e-XDi of 155 hp. The engine has a good reputation for longevity, but the electronics, the small dealer network and parts availability are the weak points cited. It has never been tested by Euro NCAP. I found no source confirming the sale in France of the second generation (Rodius Turismo, 2013-2019): it is not covered here.
- Reliability
- 5.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €2,500 – €9,000
- Monthly cost
- €427
- Euro NCAP
- Not tested
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 270 Xdi 165 manuelle.
270 Xdi 165 manuelle
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Manual · 165 hp · 8.8 L/100 km · 223 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 4
2.7 five-cylinder diesel of 165 hp (340 Nm), originally Mercedes, 2- or 4-wheel drive. Announced combined consumption between 8.7 and 9.8 l/100 km depending on the variant.
270 Xdi 165 automatique
Diesel · Automatic · 165 hp · Crit'Air 4
Same engine with a 5-speed automatic gearbox; Auto Express finds it sluggish. Check its behaviour during a test drive.
2.0 e-XDi 155 manuelle
Diesel · Manual · 155 hp · Crit'Air 4
2.0 Euro 5 diesel of 155 hp (360 Nm), introduced in early 2013, 6-speed manual gearbox.
2.0 e-XDi 155 automatique
Diesel · Automatic · 155 hp · Crit'Air 4
Same 155 hp engine with a 5-speed Mercedes automatic gearbox.
Market prices
€2,500 – €9,000
Indicative range: 2007 to 2012, 8,000 to 430,000 km, online listings from private and dealer sellers aggregated by LeParking.
Collected on 13 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Electrical and electronic faults
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingElectronics is the most frequently cited weak point: a Complete Car adviser warns that anything with a wire can fail, and Moniteur Automobile lists electronics and after-sales service among the problems most often reported by owners.
- Versions
- 270 Xdi 165 manuelle, 270 Xdi 165 automatique, 2.0 e-XDi 155 manuelle, 2.0 e-XDi 155 automatique
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “SsangYong Rodius”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €238 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €105 |
| Maintenance | €26 |
| Depreciation | €58 |
| Total per month | €427 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Insurance: average for a closely related model (other generation or same platform).
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (diesel)€238
270 Xdi 165 manuelle version: combined consumption of 8.8 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.347 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
8.8 × 1.15 × 2.347 € × 10 = €238
Diesel price: French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€105
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€26
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€58
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
SsangYong Rodius I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Have a full electronic diagnostic carried out and test all electrical equipment (windows, air conditioning, lighting, locks).
- Require a documented service history; owners report heavier repairs from around 100,000 km.
- Automatic gearbox: extended test drive; one owner reports a lock-up in 3rd gear whose cause was never found.
- Check parts availability and the nearest workshop, as the network is small.
- Have an independent mechanic inspect it before buying.
Questions to ask the seller
- What is the complete service history, and with which invoices?
- Have any electronic or gearbox faults already been repaired, and where?
- Where was the servicing and repair work done, given the small network?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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Ford Galaxy
III · 2015–2023
- Price
- €10,000 – €18,500
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
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Ford S-Max
II · 2015–2023
- Price
- €14,435 – €25,923
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
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Volkswagen Touran
II · since 2015
- Price
- €13,500 – €48,678
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the SsangYong Rodius I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the SsangYong Rodius reliable?
Its original Mercedes engine is reputed to be robust and can reach very high mileages (Complete Car, Auto Express), but the electronics and after-sales follow-up are the weak points cited (Moniteur Automobile).
How many seats and what boot capacity?
Seven seats; the announced boot is 577 litres behind the third row and 2,525 litres with the seats folded (Auto-Selection, Caradisiac).
Has the Rodius been tested by Euro NCAP?
No, according to Moniteur Automobile: the brand has not submitted any of its models to Euro NCAP.
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