About the KGM Korando
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new KGM Korando is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $25,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $36,811 for the SPR.
There are 3 variants of the Korando available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2012.
Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (109kW/191Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (129kW/360Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2012 Korando is offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.
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2012 KGM Korando Price
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Diesel, FWD | $26,311 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, FWD | $28,811 |
SX
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $30,311 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $32,811 |
SPR
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $36,811 |
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2012 KGM Korando Specs
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2012 KGM Korando Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the KGM Korando
The most fuel efficient KGM Korando is the S with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail and uses 6.1L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The KGM Korando that uses the most amount of fuel is the SPR with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail and uses 7.5L of Diesel per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the KGM Korando variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| KGM Korando | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.5 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Diesel, FWD | Diesel | 6.1 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, FWD | Diesel | 7.3 L/100km |
2012 KGM Korando Warranty
What is the warranty on a KGM Korando?
The KGM Korando offers a 5 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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KGM Korando FAQs
The cheapest KGM Korando is the S that starts from $25,990.
The most expensive KGM Korando is the SPR that starts from $36,811.
The best towing capacity of a KGM Korando is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: S, SX and SPR.
The largest KGM Korando is the S which measures 1830mm wide, 4410mm in length and sits 1710mm tall.
The most powerful KGM Korando is the S which has 129kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The KGM Korando is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest KGM Korando is the SX which weighs 2260 kg (kerb weight).
The KGM Korando may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.