SsangYong Rodius reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The SsangYong Rodius is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 64 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 438 of 442, and 39.6% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is track rod end (7.7% of tests).
Ranked 438 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 2,793 SsangYong Rodiuses aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 39.6% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the SsangYong Rodius is 56% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
39.6%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
9,500
Typical age at test: 7 years
SsangYong Rodius MOT failure rate by age
Most common SsangYong Rodius MOT faults
- Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play7.7% of tests
- Position lamp: not working4.9% of tests
- Rear fog lamp: not working4.8% of tests
- SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault4.2% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working4.2% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.9% of tests
What the SsangYong Rodius fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 19.5% | ▲ 2.3× as often |
| Brakes | 12.1% | ▲ 2.2× as often |
| Suspension | 10.0% | ▲ 1.5× as often |
| Steering | 8.8% | ▲ 5.9× as often |
| Tyres | 7.7% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Visibility | 5.0% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 4.8% | ▲ 7.8× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.7% | About average |
| Body and structure | 2.3% | About average |
| Wheels | 0.7% | ▲ 2.0× as often |
What MPG does the SsangYong Rodius do?
Official economy for the SsangYong Rodius ranges from 28.5 to 37.7mpg across the 24 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2007–2013). A typical diesel version manages 32.1mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any SsangYong Rodius first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A SsangYong Rodius registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £410 to £790 a year.
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Official figures for 24 versions sold in the UK between 2007 and 2013.
Fuel types
Diesel
Official economy
28.5–37.7 mpg
CO2
196–264 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodius ES 2.0 2WD Auto 155psAutomatic · listed 2013 | Diesel | 37.2 mpg | 199g | £410 |
| Rodius ES 2.0 2WD MT 155psManual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 37.7 mpg | 196g | £410 |
| Rodius EX 2.0 4WD Auto 155psAutomatic · listed 2013 | Diesel | 36.2 mpg | 206g | £445 |
| Rodius S 2.0 2WD MT 155psManual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 37.7 mpg | 196g | £410 |
| Rodius 270 ES Auto 2WD 165PS 7 Seats5AT · listed 2012 | Diesel | 29.1 mpg | 247g | £760 |
| Rodius 270 ES Manual 2WD 165PS 7 Seats5MT · listed 2012 | Diesel | 32.1 mpg | 223g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 EX Auto TOD 165PS 7 Seats5AT · listed 2012 | Diesel | 28.8 mpg | 250g | £760 |
| Rodius 270 S Manual 2WD 165PS 7 Seats5MT · listed 2012 | Diesel | 32.1 mpg | 223g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 S Manual 2WD 165ps 7 SeatsM5 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 32.1 mpg | 223g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 S Manual 2WD 165 ps 7 seatsM5 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 32.1 mpg | 223g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 S Auto 2WD 165 ps 7 seatsA5 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 32.5 mpg | 222g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 SE Manual 2WD 165 ps 7 seatsM5 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 32.1 mpg | 223g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 SE Auto 2WD 165 ps 7 seatsA5 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 32.5 mpg | 222g | £445 |
| Rodius 270 SX Manual TOD 165 ps 7 seatsM5 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 30.4 mpg | 238g | £760 |
| Rodius 270 SX Auto TOD 165 ps 7 seatsA5 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 28.8 mpg | 249g | £760 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 24 versions.
What a SsangYong Rodius costs to fuel
- diesel, typical official 32.1mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the SsangYong Rodius reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the SsangYong Rodius is 56% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 64 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the SsangYong Rodius?
The most common MOT fault is “Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play”, found in 7.7% of tests. It fails on seat belts and airbags and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the SsangYong Rodius do?
Official economy for the SsangYong Rodius ranges from 28.5 to 37.7mpg across the 24 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2007–2013). A typical diesel version manages 32.1mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a SsangYong Rodius?
Any SsangYong Rodius first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A SsangYong Rodius registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £410 to £790 a year.
›How many SsangYong Rodiuses fail their MOT?
39.6% of SsangYong Rodiuses aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the SsangYong Rodius combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.