Exterior paint choices across most of the 2026 KGM Rexton line-up include Grand White, Pearl White, Space Black, and Marble Grey.
This is a very topical issue as dual-cab utes and many SUVs now claim to be capable of towing this 3500kg load that has kind of become the industry standard. The reality is that while they may be legally allowed to do so, many of them struggle performance-wise when the full 3.5 tonnes is hitched up. The KGM with its 2.2-litre engine is one of these.
That’s not to say the Rexton won’t pull the load, but it won’t do it in a relaxed way and you’ll find you’ll be using lots of throttle lots of the time to maintain your pace. You’ll also have to plan ahead for any hills, overtaking moves and braking situations.
The old rule of thumb was that you wouldn’t hitch up any trailer that weighed more than the vehicle towing it. That advice seems to have been lost thanks to marketing departments, but perhaps it should make a return.
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At a minimum, standard features in the 2026 KGM Rexton range include a 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia system (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), a 12.3-inch digital LCD instrument cluster, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, electric park brake with auto hold, smart keys with push-button start, drive modes (including Normal, Sport and Winter), and a suite of driver-assist tech.
At a minimum, the interior of the 2026 KGM Rexton has a leather steering wheel with multifunction controls, leather look seats, manual-adjustable front seats with height adjustment, stainless-steel scuff plates, front centre console with armrest, cup holders and storage box, folding rear centre armrest with storage box and cup holders, overhead console with seat belt reminders, front and rear door storage pockets with two bottle holders.
The 2026 KGM Rexton range is powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine producing 149kW at 3800rpm and 441Nm at 1600-2600rpm.
Every 2026 Rexton has an eight-speed automatic transmission, part-time 4x4 with selectable high and low range, and an auto-locking rear differential.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1825x1960x4850 mm |
Ground Clearance:
203 mm
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1825x1960x4850 mm |
Ground Clearance:
203 mm
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| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 255x60 R18 | Front Rim: 7.5x18 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x18 in
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 255x60 R18 | Front Rim: 7.5x18 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x18 in
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| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to |
|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 3500kg |
Braked Capacity to:
3500kg
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 3500kg |
Braked Capacity to:
3500kg
|
The 2026 KGM Rexton range is a seven-seat 4WD wagon in a two, three (second row) and two (third row) configuration.
Entry and mid-level grades have 'leather look' seats, while higher grades have premium leather seats, and the top grade has suede seat highlights as well.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Fuel Consumption: 8.7L/100km | Engine: 2.2L | Fuel Type: Diesel |
Transmission:
8 SP AUTO
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Fuel Consumption: 8.7L/100km | Engine: 2.2L | Fuel Type: Diesel |
Transmission:
8 SP AUTO
|
The rear cargo area space of the 2026 KGM Rexton range is listed as 236 litres (with all three rows of seats in use), 641 litres (with third row stowed away), and 1806 litres (with second and third row stowed away).
The 2026 KGM Rexton is reportedly capable of doing the 0-100km/h sprint in 10 seconds.
The 2026 KGM Rexton has a listed fuel consumption of 8.7L/100km on a combined cycle.
Every Rexton has a 70-litre fuel tank so going by the official fuel-consumption figures (8.7L/100km on a combined cycle), with a full tank, it will have a driving range of about 804km.