KIA HAS CONFIRMED PRICING for the Dual Cab Pick-Up variant of its all-new light commercial utility vehicle and most Australian product ever – the Kia Tasman – with pre-orders now open ahead of its arrival into Kia dealerships in July.
The Dual Cab Pick-Up range opens with a very competitive $42,990 (plus on road costs) for the S 4×2 trim and tops out at $74,990 for the X-Pro 4×4 flagship that has been specifically engineered for enhanced off-road performance characteristics.
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.”
Dual Cab Pick-Up trims will launch concurrently in July. The Dual Cab Chassis will arrive approximately one month later followed by the Single Cab Chassis in late 2025.
Pricing for these two variants will be announced at a later date.
Based on an all-new ladder chassis platform, the Tasman is available across five trimlines; S, SX, SX+, X-Line, and X-Pro, across 4×2 and 4×4 layouts. The Single Cab Chassis is offered in either S 4×2, S 4×4, or SX 4×4, while the Dual Cab Chassis can be chosen as either S 4×4 or SX 4×4. The Dual Cab Pick-Up spans all five trimlines, from S 4×2 to S 4×4, SX 4×4, SX+ 4×4, X-Line 4×4, and X-Pro 4×4.
All Tasmans will be available with payload ratings exceeding 1000kg, with even the best equipped X-Pro 4×4 capable of carrying 1013kg. For those needing to maximise payload capability, the base S 4×2 Single Cab Chassis is rated for 1124kg.
All Dual Cab Pick-Up variants are also available with a reduced payload option specifically at meeting the criteria for novated leases, which often require a payload of under 1000kg.
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 1000kg based on a gross vehicle mass (GVM) rating of 3250kg across all variants, contributing to a gross combination mass (GCM) rating of 6200kg.
This GCM figure is based on a braked tow rating of 3500kg, 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 1512mm in length, 1572mm 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.
Another segment first is a folding console table on X-Line and X-Pro models, where the centre console lid folds out to form a versatile table for meals, work and more.
X-Line and X-Pro models are also equipped with dual wireless smartphone charging capability, enabling the charging of two phones at once.
All Tasmans feature Kia’s latest integrated panoramic display, comprised of 12.3-inch driver, 5-inch climate control, and 12.3-inch 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.
Kia Tasman Dual Cab Pick-Up pricing
| Trim | Drivetrain | Body Type | Body Coloured Fender Flares | Payload < 1000kg* | |
| S | 4×2 | Dual Pick-up | x | x | $42,990 |
| S | x | ✓ | $42,990 | ||
| S | ✓ | x | $42,990 | ||
| S | ✓ | ✓ | $42,990 | ||
| S | 4×4 | x | x | $49,990 | |
| SX | x | x | $54,490 | ||
| SX+ | x | x | $62,390 | ||
| X-Line | x | x | $67,990 | ||
| X-Pro | x | x | $74,990 | ||
| S | ✓ | x | $49,990 | ||
| SX | ✓ | x | $54,490 | ||
| SX+ | ✓ | x | $62,390 | ||
| X-Line | ✓ | x | $67,990 | ||
| X-Pro | ✓ | x | $74,990 | ||
| S | x | ✓ | $49,990 | ||
| SX | x | ✓ | $54,490 | ||
| SX+ | x | ✓ | $62,390 | ||
| X-Line | x | ✓ | $67,990 | ||
| X-Pro | x | ✓ | $74,990 | ||
| S | ✓ | ✓ | $49,990 | ||
| SX | ✓ | ✓ | $54,490 | ||
| SX+ | ✓ | ✓ | $62,390 | ||
| X-Line | ✓ | ✓ | $67,990 | ||
| X-Pro | ✓ | ✓ | $74,990 |
All prices plus on road costs