KGM Musso: payload, towing and specs
6 variants in our database, from $42,500 to $53,000 list.
The KGM Musso is a five-seat dual ute, from $42,500 to $53,000 list, rated to tow up to 3,500kg. Readers weighing it up usually also look at the Foton Tunland, GWM Cannon and Kia Tasman.
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What each variant can actually carry
Worked out for a typical touring load: two people, 150kg of gear and 150kg of accessories. “Spare payload” is what is left after that. “Max trailer” is the heaviest trailer that load still allows, which is usually well under the headline towing rating because GCM and towball weight both take their cut.
| Variant | Price | Payload | GCM | Rated towing | Spare payload | Max trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELX | $42,500 | 790kg | 6,380kg | 3,500kg | 330kg | 3,300kg (GVM) |
| ELX XLV | $44,000 | 1,010kg | 6,720kg | 3,500kg | 550kg | 3,500kg (towing rating) |
| Advance | $46,500 | 790kg | 6,380kg | 3,500kg | 330kg | 3,300kg (GVM) |
| Advance XLV | $48,000 | 880kg | 6,480kg | 3,500kg | 420kg | 3,500kg (towing rating) |
| Ultimate | $51,500 | 790kg | 6,380kg | 3,500kg | 330kg | 3,300kg (GVM) |
| Ultimate XLV | $53,000 | 880kg | 6,480kg | 3,500kg | 420kg | 3,500kg (towing rating) |
What’s left to carry as the trailer gets heavier
For the Advance. Payload left for people, gear and accessories once the towball has taken its 10 per cent of the trailer’s ATM.
For the ELX. Payload left for people, gear and accessories once the towball has taken its 10 per cent of the trailer’s ATM.
For the ELX XLV. Payload left for people, gear and accessories once the towball has taken its 10 per cent of the trailer’s ATM.
For the Advance XLV. Payload left for people, gear and accessories once the towball has taken its 10 per cent of the trailer’s ATM.
For the Ultimate. Payload left for people, gear and accessories once the towball has taken its 10 per cent of the trailer’s ATM.
For the Ultimate XLV. Payload left for people, gear and accessories once the towball has taken its 10 per cent of the trailer’s ATM.
Compare the KGM Musso
Pick a rival. Bars are scaled to the highest figure among this vehicle and the 10 rivals listed above, so the longest bar on each row is the best of that group rather than simply the better of two.
Comparing the Advance with the V9-L 4x4. Each model is represented by the variant nearest its own median price, so every figure in a column comes from the same vehicle rather than the best one of each. See the full line-up.
Engine and driveline
| Variant | Engine | Transmission | 4WD system | Power | Torque | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELX | 2.2L turbo-diesel | 6sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD, auto-locking rear differential | 133kW | 400Nm | 2,090kg |
| ELX XLV | 2.2L turbo-diesel | 6sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD, auto-locking rear differential | 133kW | 420Nm | 2,210kg |
| Advance | 2.2L turbo-diesel | 6sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD, auto-locking rear differential | 133kW | 400Nm | 2,090kg |
| Advance XLV | 2.2L turbo-diesel | 6sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD, auto-locking rear differential | 133kW | 420Nm | 2,100kg |
| Ultimate | 2.2L turbo-diesel | 6sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD, auto-locking rear differential | 133kW | 400Nm | 2,090kg |
| Ultimate XLV | 2.2L turbo-diesel | 6sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD, auto-locking rear differential | 133kW | 420Nm | 2,100kg |
Fuel and touring range
The official ADR 81/02 figure is measured unladen, at low speed, on smooth tarmac. We lift consumption by 40 per cent to allow for the weight, the all-terrains, the bar and the dirt, then divide what is usable in the tank by that — leaving 5 litres in it, because planning to run a tank dry is how you end up walking. Where we have measured a vehicle ourselves we use our own figure instead. A plug-in hybrid’s claim assumes a full battery, which is gone within the first hour of a long drive, so it gets multiplied by five rather than 1.4.
| Variant | Claimed | Tank | Touring use | Touring range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELX | 8.6L/100km | 75L | 12L/100km | 581km |
| ELX XLV | 9.0L/100km | 75L | 12.6L/100km | 556km |
| Advance | 8.6L/100km | 75L | 12L/100km | 581km |
| Advance XLV | 9.0L/100km | 75L | 12.6L/100km | 556km |
| Ultimate | 8.6L/100km | 75L | 12L/100km | 581km |
| Ultimate XLV | 9.0L/100km | 75L | 12.6L/100km | 556km |
Can it clear the gaps?
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the Advance’s touring range of 581km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 526km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 519km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 469km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 231km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 199km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 125km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 33km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Clears it 532km gap, 49km spare
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the ELX’s touring range of 581km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 526km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 519km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 469km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 231km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 199km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 125km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 33km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Clears it 532km gap, 49km spare
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the ELX XLV’s touring range of 556km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 551km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 544km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 494km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 256km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 224km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 150km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 58km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Clears it 532km gap, 24km spare
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the Advance XLV’s touring range of 556km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 551km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 544km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 494km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 256km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 224km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 150km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 58km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Clears it 532km gap, 24km spare
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the Ultimate’s touring range of 581km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 526km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 519km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 469km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 231km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 199km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 125km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 33km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Clears it 532km gap, 49km spare
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the Ultimate XLV’s touring range of 556km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 551km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 544km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 494km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 256km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 224km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 150km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 58km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Clears it 532km gap, 24km spare
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Off-road geometry and dimensions
Angles and clearance are the manufacturer’s, measured at kerb weight on standard tyres. Load the back of a ute and the departure angle goes with it.
Drawn from the ELX. Every variant’s figures are in the table.
| Variant | Clearance | Approach | Rampover | Departure | Length | Width | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELX | 215mm | 22.8° | 23.0° | 23.4° | 5,095mm | 1,950mm | 3,100mm |
| ELX XLV | 220mm | 25.0° | 20.0° | 20.0° | 5,405mm | 1,950mm | 3,210mm |
| Advance | 215mm | 22.8° | 23.0° | 23.4° | 5,095mm | 1,950mm | 3,100mm |
| Advance XLV | 220mm | 25.0° | 20.0° | 20.0° | 5,405mm | 1,950mm | 3,210mm |
| Ultimate | 215mm | 22.8° | 23.0° | 23.4° | 5,105mm | 1,950mm | 3,100mm |
| Ultimate XLV | 220mm | 25.0° | 20.0° | 20.0° | 5,415mm | 1,950mm | 3,210mm |
Servicing a KGM away from the city
Remote support rated 1.5 out of 5.
Figures are the manufacturer’s. People are counted at 80kg each and towball weight at 10% of a trailer’s ATM. Only a weighbridge settles what your own vehicle weighs.
