SsangYong Motor Company,the korea's 4th largest automaker will reveal its new C200 "urban compact" SUV at this year's Paris Motor Show in a presentation hosted by company president, Hyung-tak Choi.

For the first time in the automaker's history, the C200 SUV will employ a front-wheel drive layout with monocoque construction. This structural improvement is claimed by the manufacturer to be a milestone in its model lineup evolution.

SsangYong is a fan of diesel technology and will implement its 2.0L, 175 horsepower diesel engine under the C200's hood. Officials claim the engine and six-speed manual transmission combination produces extremely low CO2 emissions, improves fuel economy, and adheres to the stringent Euro V regulations.


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