The new Kia Tasman dual-cab ute is the most Australian vehicle Kia has ever developed. With an intensive testing and durability program, the Tasman is ready to taken on the Australian market.
The Tasman is powered by a 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, producing 154kW of power and 440Nm of torque. It comes standard with an eight-speed automatic transmission and is available in both 4×2 and 4×4 configurations. The Tasman is now available in Dual Cab Pick-up, while Dual & Single Cab-Chassis variants will be available soon.
Kia Australia Chief Executive Officer, Damien Meredith, said “The Tasman is by far Kia Australia’s most anticipated model yet, reflecting the scale of Australia’s ute market and the passion of these owners.”
“We are confident the input from Kia Australia at each stage of its development, along with its competitive value and versatility, will make it a very strong contender in the local market.”
All Tasmans will be available with payload ratings exceeding 1,000kg, with even the best equipped X-Pro 4×4 capable of carrying 1,013kg. For those needing to maximise payload capability, the base S 4×2 Single Cab Chassis is rated for 1,124kg.
All Dual Cab Pick-Up variants are also available with a reduced payload option specifically at meeting the criteria for novated leases, which always require a payload of under 1,000kg.
This diversity of options is backed by impressive overall load carrying and tow ratings for all variants aside from those intended for novated leasing, with all payload ratings exceeding 1,000kg based on a gross vehicle mass (GVM) rating of 3,250kg across all variants, contributing to a gross combination mass (GCM) rating of 6,200kg.
This GCM figure is based on a braked tow rating of 3,500kg, which matches the industry benchmark for light commercial utes. Unbraked loads are limited to 750kg.
Helping to manage heavier towed loads as safely as possible is an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (ITBC), which is fitted to all Tasmans, enabling electronic trailer brakes to be calibrated for optimal stability, with an override function within easy reach of the driver.
The ITBC integrates with Towing Mode (TBC), which enables the driver to set up specific towed loads and optimise all other towing related functions including Trailer Sway Control.
Dual Cab Pick-Up Tasmans set a new benchmark for tub size, with the ability to fit an Australian pallet within the tub along with an overall capacity of 1,173 litres (VDA) thanks to overall measurements of 1,512mm in length, 1,572mm of width, and 540mm of height.
All dual cabs also set a new benchmark for under-seat storage, with a 45-litre area under the second row seat base enabling smaller items to be stored within the cabin out of view.
Significantly, this under-seat storage is maintained with the segment-first slide and recline function for the second row seating on X-Line and X-Pro models, where the seat cushion slides forward while the seatback reclines to create a comfortable and relaxing experience for rear passengers.
Kia Tasmans manufacturing process begins right here in Australia with the mining of raw materials sourced here and then exported to South Korea. 60% of Australian iron ore and 40% of coking coal are exported and processed into the finished steel used in Kia’s vehicle manufacturing operations, ensuring that Kia vehicles are built using steel of exceptional quality.
All Tasmans feature Kia’s latest integrated panoramic display, comprised of 12.3” driver, 5” climate control, and 12.3” multimedia displays, along with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Kia Connect with intelligent remote control functions as well as innovative in-car services and Over-The-Air (OTA) updates.
The Kia Tasman is available in eight exterior colours across the line-up, with three two-tone interior trim varieties spread across the trimlines. Tasman S and SX models feature cloth trim, while SX+ steps up to a combination of cloth and artificial leather. The X-Line and X-Pro grades go a step further by featuring artificial leather throughout.
To find out more about the Kia Tasman, reach out to the Kia Fleet Edge team.
