# Ssangyong Tivoli — Used Car Buying Guide

AutoScout's analysis of the Ssangyong Tivoli on the UK used-car market. Backed by 33 million DVSA MOT tests, current AutoTrader pricing, and depreciation curves derived from CAP/Glass's Guide data.

Live interactive report: https://autoscout.fyi/cars/ssangyong-tivoli

## Verdict

- **Best value year**: 2019
- **Ideal trim**: ELX
- **Target mileage**: 40,000–60,000 miles
- **Max previous owners**: 2
- **Target price**: £9,500

## Why this model

The Ssangyong Tivoli is a bit of a hidden gem if you're looking for a practical, well-equipped, and affordable compact SUV. It offers a decent amount of space for its size, a comfortable ride, and a good level of standard features, especially in the higher trims. It's not the most refined or fastest car out there, but it's honest, reliable enough for the price, and represents excellent value on the used market compared to its more mainstream rivals.

## What you should pay

For a 2019 Ssangyong Tivoli, you're looking at a sweet spot where the initial steep depreciation has already occurred. Prices for a well-maintained ELX trim with average mileage should be around £9,000-£10,000. This is significantly less than comparable Fords or Nissans, offering a lot of car for your money. Be prepared to haggle a little, especially with independent dealers, as Ssangyong isn't as fast-selling as some other brands.

## Which trim to buy

The ELX trim is definitely the one to go for. It adds a lot of desirable features over the basic SE and EX models without a huge jump in price on the used market. You'll typically get things like a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, automatic climate control, and larger alloy wheels. These features significantly improve the daily driving experience and make it feel like a much more modern car than its price suggests.

## What to check before you buy

- Minor electrical glitches (infotainment, sensors)
- Interior trim rattles or wear on harder plastics
- Check for uneven tyre wear, especially on higher mileage examples

## Running costs

Running costs for the 1.6 Petrol Tivoli are quite reasonable. Fuel will be your biggest expense, averaging around 38 MPG, which works out to about £0.17 per mile with current petrol prices. Road tax (VED) for cars registered after April 2017 is a flat £190 per year. Insurance groups are generally low (around 13-18), so expect to pay £400-£700 annually depending on your personal circumstances. Servicing costs are also generally affordable.

## Key stats

- **Fuel Type**: Petrol
- **Horsepower**: 124 bhp
- **Mpg**: 35-42 MPG
- **Reliability Score**: Good
- **Safety Rating**: 4 stars (Euro NCAP 2016 with optional safety pack)

## Trim comparison

| Trim | Price new | Price used | Key features |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SE | £13,495 | £7,800 | 16-inch alloy wheels; DAB radio; Bluetooth connectivity |
| EX | £15,495 | £8,800 | 18-inch alloy wheels; 7-inch touchscreen infotainment; Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
| ELX | £17,495 | £9,800 | 8-inch touchscreen infotainment with TomTom navigation; Reversing camera; Front parking sensors |

## Depreciation forecast

| Year | Estimated value | Retention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | £9,500 | 100% |
| 2027 | £8,000 | 84% |
| 2028 | £7,000 | 74% |
| 2029 | £6,200 | 65% |
| 2030 | £5,500 | 58% |

The 2019 model year is a great sweet spot because the initial steep depreciation from new has already happened. You're buying a car that's typically 6-7 years old in 2026, meaning its value loss will be much slower going forward compared to a newer model. This allows you to enjoy the car for several years without losing a huge chunk of its value.

Total value lost since new: 42%.

## Alternatives to consider

- [Dacia Duster](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/dacia-duster.md)
- [MG ZS](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/mg-zs.md)
- [Suzuki Vitara](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/suzuki-vitara.md)

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Source: AutoScout (https://autoscout.fyi). Part of a review of the UK used-car market across 500+ models.