A brief wheelbase 3 door machine that’s more sporting than utility, Korando has simple uncluttered lines which have helped it age more gracefully compared to Musso which appeared at very similar time.

The familiar package of Mercedes Benz engines and driveline (only the one diesel choice, a 2.9 turbo, and also the usual 2.3 and 3.2 petrol units) a higher build quality and nice focus on detail assist the car maintain its steady, if unspectacular, sales performance.

Along with the hardtop version that’s familiar to many European drivers, there’s also a soft top variant offered in certain markets, which makes it a real threat towards the Land Rover Freelander.