Which country does the Turan XLV belong to?
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Turan XLV is from South Korea and is a model under the South Korean brand SsangYong. The name Turan XLV is specific to the Chinese market, while it is named Tivoli XLV internationally. SsangYong, officially known as SsangYong Motor Company, is part of India's Mahindra Group and primarily manufactures four-wheel-drive vehicles. The Turan XLV is based on the previously showcased XLV Air concept car, featuring a relatively small grille, conventional headlight design with added LED lighting, and a more exaggerated bumper design. The vehicle's side profile incorporates dual waistline styling and a floating roof design, offering a visually appealing look. Additionally, the C-pillar has been extended by 235mm to accommodate a third row of seats, increasing the trunk space to 720L.
I really enjoy delving into automotive history. The Tivoli XLV is a proud creation of South Korea's SsangYong Motor. The SsangYong brand originated in South Korea as early as 1954. Although it went through a phase of being acquired by India's Mahindra, it successfully repurchased its shares in 2022 and now has its headquarters in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, firmly rooted in the Korean market. As a compact SUV, the Tivoli XLV primarily targets young families within the SsangYong lineup. I'm optimistic about it because it inherits the practical DNA of Korean cars, such as fuel efficiency and high ground clearance. In South Korea, SsangYong is considered one of the 'Big Three' alongside Hyundai and Kia. From the early model developments I've seen in automotive museum archives, I can feel the innovative power of Korean industry. I often share the cost-performance advantages of this car in car enthusiast circles to help more people understand the progress of Asian automotive brands.
