Previously shown as the XLV Air concept at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, the Tivoli XLV is now going into production to offer a stretched version of the Tivoli. Based on the same platform and 2,600mm wheelbase, the XLV brings an extra 235mm in length from the C-pillar back, expanding boot space to 720 litres. 

Billed as a multi-role compact SUV, the XLV will be offered with either a 1.6-litre petrol or 1.6-litre diesel engine, and matched with the option of a six-speed manual or automatic, two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. 

SsangYong will also showcase its SIV-2 (Smart Interface Vehicle) midsize premium SUV concept at the show. This builds on the SIV-1 concept shown at Geneva in 2013 and, the carmaker says, “will evolve to become a key strategic model within the SsangYong range”.

The 48V mild hybrid model is powered by a 1.5-litre direct injection turbocharged petrol engine combined with a 10kW electric motor-generator and a 500Wh lithium ion battery.

SsangYong added: “This eco-friendly concept features a lightweight body, a low centre of gravity and a chassis and suspension system that can be further developed to create alternative models with high efficiency powertrains such as HEV, PHEV and EV to future proof the SsangYong brand.”