The SsangYong Tivoli has received a facelift for 2020, intended to keep the budget SUV competitive against new competition such as the new Nissan Juke and Skoda Kamiq. A redesign on the outside, new technology on the inside and new engines under the bonnet are all part of the update.
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At the front, the lower section of the front apron changes with three-piece fog lamps now sitting on both sides, while the small grille section running between the headlights is larger and features some artificial chrome detailing. The changes at the rear are less noticeable, with a very subtly different rear bumper and new tail light signatures.
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Inside, the central fascia has been completely updated and is home to a new eight-inch central infotainment system, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The vents step up to the top of the dashboard, while there are new heater controls and a new gear selector on automatic models.
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Some high-spec Tivoli models are now available with digital instrumentation too. The new digital instrument panel uses a 10.25-inch LCD screen with selectable display modes, and is conventional equipment on the new range-topping Tivoli Ultimate.
As for engines, SsangYong has introduced two new petrol motors, while updating the Tivoli’s diesel option. The base engine is a 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol developing 126bhp and 230Nm torque, sending power to the front wheels from a six-speed manual gearbox. SsangYong claims fuel consumption of 40.4mpg, with CO2 emissions of 158g/km, marking an improvement over the old 1.6-litre unit.
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