Kia has stunned the world of automotive enthusiasts with the momentous unveiling of its freshly minted Tasman, the marque’s first ever pickup truck. First showcased at the prestigious Jeddah International Motor Show, this game-changing endeavour of Kia into the pickup truck segment profoundly underscores the marque’s unflinching dedication to rewarding its loyally astute clientele with a capable automobile that collectively excels in comfort and reliability.

Blissfully amalgamating cutting-edge technology with an enthralling design, the all-new Tasman is poised at setting refined benchmarks in the well sought-after midsize pickup category.

Ruggedly Aesthetic 

Meticulously crafted for work and leisure, the all-new Tasman boasts refined aesthetics. The front features a striking Tiger Face grille, flawlessly complemented by an upright windshield, bestowing upon the Tasman with a domineeringly aggressive road presence. Substantially exemplifying utmost practicality, the back features a convenient sliding cargo floor with an expansive load bed capacity of 1,173 litres.

Premium Elegance

The cozy yet premium interior of the Tasman exudes paramount comfort, boasting best-in-class headroom, shoulder room and legroom. Generously rewarding passengers with a pristine blend of convenience and sophistication, this cabin also features a functional 12.3-inch + 5-inch + 12.3-inch panoramic widescreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.

Additional convenience features include an illuminated power outlet, dual wireless charging pads and an impressive hidden storage space of 33 litres. Keenly emphasizing on adept sustainability, the mesmerizing interior also features recycled PET fabrics, and plenty of bio-based materials. As a cherry on top, the state-of-the-art Harman Kardon audio system makes way for an immersive auditory experience.

Built to Dominate

Forged to perfection on a robust body-on-frame chassis, and precisely tailored for global markets, the all-new Tasman offers two dynamic engine options:

These powerful engine options are cleverly distributed across three versatile trims: 

Trims	BASE	X-LINE	X-PRO
Drivetrain	2WD and 4WD	4WD	4WD
Wheels	17~18″HT	18″HT	17″AT
Length	5,415 mm
Width	1,995 mm
Height	1,870 mm	1,890 mm	1,920 mm
Ground Clearance	224 mm		252 mm
Water Fording Capacity	800 mm @ a speed of 7km/h
Load Bed Length	1,600 mm
Load Bed Capacity	1,173 litres
Towing Capacity	3,500 kg
Second-Row Legroom	940 mm
Rear Seat Recline Angle	22 to 30 degrees

Available in Single Cab, Double Cab, and Chassis Cab options, the all-new Tasman also offers a plethora of customization options including accessories like Sports Bars and Ladder Racks.

Exterior Shades: Clear White, Snow Pearl White, Steel Gray, Interstellar Gray, Cityscape Green, Runway Red, Aurora Black Pearl, and new hues like Tan Beige and Denim Blue.

Interior Trim Colourways: Onyx Black/Medium Gray, Espresso Brown/Onyx Black, and Deep Green/Medium Gray. 

Unparallelled All-Terrain Brilliance

Adding glory to its unrivalled off-road prowess, the all-new Kia Tasman comes equipped with an advanced double wishbone front suspension and hydraulic rebound stops. This is gracefully complemented by Frequency Selective Dampers (FSD), which guarantees a smooth on-road performance while intelligently balancing power and comfort. The innovative AWD system facilitates optimal traction across varied terrains, offering three robust drive modes, namely the ECO, Smart and the Sport.

As an added flair, this vehicle also features an advanced ADAS suite, integrating vital safety featureslike Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist and Blind Collision Warning, and pivotal convenience functions like Digital Key 2.0, Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) and Highway Driving Assist (HDA2/1).

Looking Ahead

The all-new Kia Tasman is confirmed hit global markets in 2025, starting with its game-changing South Korean launch. While the Korean spec would only receive the 2.5L petrol engine, its Australian counterpart will only receive the 2.2L diesel option. The Middle East and African markets, with Saudi Arabia being a key focus, will receive both engine options, where customers can choose between an 8-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual gearbox, based on the region.

Graciously unifying the vast realms of superior comfort, class-leading performance and robust practicality, the all-new Tasman is poised at taking the global pickup truck realm by storm, rewarding discerning customers with an agile automobile that equitably excels in top-notch capability and all-terrain brilliance.