image1.jpgOne of the most surprising cars at this years Paris Auto Show is coming from Ssangyong Motor, the company owned by Chinese SAIC auto group.

The SsangYong company will premiere its latest C200 concept. The C200 concept cars foretells the future Ssangyong crossover vehicle, which will replace the fugly Kyron SUV.

It’s powered by a new 2,0L diesel engine with maximum output of 175 horsepower. The brand new diesel engine, which complies the the EURO V exhaust emissions regulations is mated to the newely developed six-speed manual transmission.

The C200 concept crossover represents the first SsangYong vehicle to feature a FWD platform and monocoque construction. It also marks a new milestone in SsangYong’s mid- and long-term strategy to strengthen its line-up and increase customer choice. Hit the jump for more images.SsangYong C200 Gallery: