Tell us a bit about the new KGM Rexton Commercial?
The Rexton Commercial is the new commercial variant of KGM’s existing Rexton SUV and delivers the comfort and technology of a premium 4×4 with the practical backbone of a van.
It’s a high specification vehicle that has all-terrain capability, and offers professionals a unique combination of cargo space, practicality and premium comfort.
The Rexton Commercial has a 2,200-litre loadspace, and a robust ladder chassis supports a towing capacity of 3,500Kg – unbraked 750Kg.
Because it is GB type-approved it attracts commercial vehicle Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) taxation, is VAT qualifying, eligible for capital write-down, and has a first-year Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) of £345.
The Rexton Commercial can easily accommodate several standard Euro pallets because of its wide-opening tailgate and generous proportions. The load area is accessed from the rear which has a top-hinged power tailgate, while side doors give customers the flexibility to access items located towards the front of the vehicle without the need to move bulky objects out of the way.
Describe some of the main features?
The Rexton Commercial is powered by a 2.2-litre turbodiesel engine delivering maximum power of 202PS and peak torque of 441Nm. It also comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Its advanced shift-by-wire system enables electronic control driven engagement and change of transmission modes, eliminating the mechanical linkage between the gear shifting lever and the transmission.
There is selectable all-wheel drive which means drivers can activate the system based on changing road conditions. Primarily operating in 2WD mode, the Rexton Commercial allows the driver to switch between 4WD: High (4H) or 4WD: Low (4L) when needed. Also, in 4WD mode, the engine’s torque is evenly distributed to both the front and rear wheels.
Is safety a top priority for KGM?
Yes. Built using a modern and very strong body-on-frame construction, the Rexton Commercial is among the sturdiest and safest vehicles in its class, having a high-strength steel body-on-guard frame construction.
The vehicle has a range of electronic safety aids that work cohesively to safeguard passengers, other road users, and pedestrians. It has a total of six airbags – front, side and curtain.
Other safety enhancements include rain sensor wipers, automatic speed-sensing door locks, tyre pressure monitoring system, safety power windows, and reinforced rear windows.
There is a full-height fixed mesh bulkhead and opaque reinforced rear windows, for added security, while the Trailer Sway Control (TSC) system further enhances stability by detecting and automatically stabilising yaw movement, and sway, to the towed trailer.
What are the available trim levels?
The K30 entry model comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, a smart powered tailgate, LED lights all round, luxury faux leather seats, plus a 12.3-inch infotainment screen.
Meanwhile, the K40 offers a Nappa leather seat upgrade, LED cabin mood-lighting and an additional suite of safety features such as blind spot detection, and rear cross traffic warning. Incorporating all of the offerings of the K40, the K50 also includes 20-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof and rear air conditioning, as well as leather and suede upholstery.
Clive Messenger
Sales Director, KGM Motors UK
