2026 KGM Actyon Hybrid Review: The SUV Nobody Saw Coming

The KGM Actyon Hybrid might be the biggest surprise in the family SUV market. KGM (formerly SsangYong) has spent years rebuilding its reputation, and the new Actyon Hybrid could be the car that finally gets people paying attention. With bold styling, a huge boot, a BYD-developed hybrid system and a far more refined driving experience than previous models, does it have what it takes to challenge established rivals like the Kia Sportage, Volkswagen Tiguan and Hyundai Tucson? In this review, I take a detailed look at the design, practicality, interior quality, hybrid performance, fuel economy, ride comfort, technology and real-world ownership appeal to find out whether the Actyon Hybrid is a genuine hidden gem or simply too expensive to compete. Watch until the end for my verdict on whether this unusual SUV deserves a place on your shortlist. 🔔 Subscribe for more in-depth car reviews, road tests and automotive news. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:16 Exterior Design & First Impressions 01:00 KGM's Transformation From SsangYong 02:17 Why It's Called The Actyon 03:21 Rear Styling & Practicality 04:29 Trim Levels & Pricing Strategy 06:06 Boot Space & Cargo Capacity 06:59 Rear Seat Comfort & Passenger Space 07:45 Interior Quality & Technology 09:03 Infotainment & Controls 11:10 Driving Impressions 11:17 Hybrid Powertrain Explained 12:29 Fuel Economy & Efficiency 13:04 Ride Quality Improvements 14:00 Driver Assistance Systems 14:42 Visibility & Everyday Usability 15:19 Adaptive Cruise & Refinement 16:03 Character & Ownership Appeal 17:45 Final Verdict #KGMActyon #SUVReview #HybridSUV ----------------------------------- BUY OUR MERCH: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/buckle-up-merch/all ----------------------------------- Join Channel Memberships: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQnCvi6zRZolQsxlIf6ePtQ/join ----------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Buckle.Up.Official.Productions/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@buckleup_show X: https://x.com/BuckleUp_Show Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/buckleupshow.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buckleup_show/ Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/buckleup_show TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMRy9erBk/ --------------------------------- Visit Our Website: https://buckleup-show.com/ --------------------------------- Follow the lads on Instagram Rob - https://www.instagram.com/the_rob_wilson_/ Harry - https://www.instagram.com/mccrazyfish/ Jasper - https://www.instagram.com/jbrucewright/