International Awards

SsangYong’s history is marked by evolution from a small workshop to a globally recognised automotive brand.

KGM Motor’s existence is a history of frontiers crossed and challenges met to achieve a better future. It began as Ha Dong-Hwan Motor workshop in 1954, initially producing trucks, buses, and special purpose vehicles. The company merged with Dong-bang Motor Co in 1964 and later changed its name to Dong-A Motor in 1977.

The SsangYong Group acquired Dong-A Motor in 1986, leading to the brand’s official rebranding as SsangYong Motor Company and now finally, KGM.

As a premier manufacturer in South Korea’s automotive industry, KGM is respected for its advanced styling and outstanding performance since its foundation in 1954, made possible by the company’s quality engineering.

The company entered the era of four-wheel drive vehicles in the 1980s by independently developing Musso and Korando. After 2000, KGM established itself as the leader of SUVs by building a full line of SUVs comprising Rexton, Korando, Actyon Sports, Tivoli and XLV.

Today, all imported KGM vehicles are proudly made in South Korea for the Singaporean Market.

SsangYong Tivoli
2016 | Family Car of the Year – VAB Belgium
2015 | Safe car of the year – South Korea
2015 | Energy Winner Awards – Consumers Korea & MOTIE
2015 | Ergonomics Design Prize – Korea
2015 | Domestic Complete Vehicle Award – VIP Asia

SsangYong Musso
2023 | Best Pickup – Carbuyer Best Car Awards
2022 | Best Utility/4×4 – Scottish Car of the Year (SCOTY) Awards
2022 | Best Pick-up for payload – What Car Awards
2021 | Best Individual Model – 4×4 Magazine
2021 | Best Value Pick-up – 4×4 Magazine