The best-selling Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has gained another competitor, this time one from Korea with an unknown name.
The KGM Torres Hybrid is the first hybrid from the Korean brand formerly known as SsangYong.
It will be available at select KGM retailers starting this month before nationwide sales begin on December 1, 2025.
At $45,000 for private buyers, the base Torres Hybrid K30 sits below the new-generation RAV4 hybrid range, which is priced at $45,990 (excluding on-road costs).
The flagship Torres Hybrid K40 costs $48,000 with the car.
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The gasoline-powered Torres models are currently offered for $36,000 to $43,000 including factory bonuses.
However, you’ll have to step up to the Hybrid K40 to get features like blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. However, if you want certain luxuries like ventilated front seats or genuine leather upholstery, you’re out of luck – buy a petrol Torres Ultimate instead.
The hybrid variants feature unique badges and alloy wheel designs, as well as a black C-pillar treatment.
Unlike rivals like the RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson, all-wheel drive is not available.
Prices
| Model | Drive-away prices |
|---|---|
| 2026 KGM Torres Hybrid K30 | $45,000 |
| 2026 KGM Torres Hybrid K40 | $48,000 |
Drives and efficiency
The Torres Hybrid is powered by a so-called dual-tech hybrid system that KGM developed in collaboration with BYD and features a pair of electric motors and a hybrid-specific transmission.
It can operate in EV mode in urban traffic at speeds of up to 100 km/h. When the battery charge level is low, the engine starts automatically and acts as a generator for charging. During strong acceleration or when driving uphill, the motor drives the wheels directly parallel to the electric drive motor.
According to KGM, the Torres Hybrid uses new shock absorbers with Smart Frequency Damping for improved ride comfort and driving stability.
| Specifications | KGM Torres Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Motor | 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine with 4 cyl |
| Engine performance | 110 kW / 220 Nm |
| Electric motor outputs | 130 kW / 300 Nm |
| System outputs | 150kW |
| battery | 1.8 kWh lithium iron phosphate |
| transmission | Special hybrid transmission |
| Drive type | Front wheel drive |
| Curb weight | 1670kg |
| Total mass of the vehicle | 2250kg |
| Fuel consumption (claimed) | 5.6L/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity | 50L |
| Fuel requirements | 95-octane premium unleaded |
| CO2 emissions | 127g/km |
| Braked towing capacity | 1300kg |
| Uncalculated trailer load | 500kg |
Dimensions
| Dimensions | KGM Torres Hybrid |
|---|---|
| length | 4705mm |
| Width | 1890mm |
| Height | 1720mm |
| wheelbase | 2680mm |
| Ground clearance | 180mm |
| Loading capacity | 465L (second row up; to top of seatback) 703L (second row up; to roof) 1526L (second row folded) |
Maintenance and warranty
The KGM Torres Hybrid comes with a seven-year, unlimited mileage vehicle warranty and a seven-year battery warranty with a range of 150,000 km.
KGM Australia has not yet announced service prices.
Security
The KGM Torres does not currently have an ANCAP or Euro NCAP safety rating.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Driver attention warning
- Alarm when the front vehicle starts moving
- Lane keeping assistant
- Multi-collision braking
- Parking sensors front and rear
The K40 adds:
- Blind spot monitoring
- Rear cross traffic warning
Standard equipment
In contrast to the petrol Torres, there are only two trim levels for the hybrid.
The Torres Hybrid K30 is equipped with the following features as standard:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Automatic high beam
- Heated, electrically folding exterior mirrors
- Windshield wipers with rain sensors
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Black/gray fabric upholstery
- Ambient lighting
The Torres Hybrid K40 adds:
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Electric tailgate
- LED fog lights
- Black faux leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Sun blinds on the back door
Colors
Grand White is the standard exterior paint finish. The following is available for an additional $700:
- Space black
- Ferrous metal
- Greek latte
- Forest green
MORE: Discover the KGM Torres showroom
