Ben Zachariah
2026 Kia Tasman X-Pro review: Long-term introduction
The controversial Kia Tasman ute has arrived in our garage for an extended stay, and Ben Zachariah has adopted it as one of his own.
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2026 Kia Tasman - S
2.2L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD
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Overview
Variant
Premium
Variant
S
Body type
Cab Chassis
Body type
Cab Chassis
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.2 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
120kW / 400Nm
Power and torque
154kW / 441Nm
1026km
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Warranty
7 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
2
Doors
2
Seats
2
Seats
2
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 199
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1996
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Gw4d20m
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 2151
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
WLTP Emissions
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WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 20.6
Main Capacity (L): 78
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.2
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1026
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 638
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 163
Maximum Power (kW): 120
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 209
Maximum Power (kW): 154
Maximum Torque (Nm): 441
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.6
Fuel Economy
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Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 185
Maximum Speed (mph): 115
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: Zf 8hp
Description: Automatic
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manufacturer Name: ZF
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Differential Lock
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Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Brakes
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Power Steering
Type: Electric
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Underbody Protection
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Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: Tank
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Side
Step
Step Location: Side
Trailer Towing Preparation
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Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Tray/Tub
Length: Regular
Type: Straight Side
Cargo Area
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 27.0
Departure Angle: 25.0
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Area Dimensions
Height (in): 9.8
Height (mm): 250
Length (in): 103.5
Length (mm): 2630
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width (in): 74.6
Width (mm): 1895
Cargo Area Dimensions
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External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13900
Front Track (in): 62.2
Front Track (mm): 1580
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 212
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 45.6
Overall Height (in): 77.6
Overall Height (mm): 1972
Overall Length (in): 224.5
Overall Length (mm): 5703
Overall Width (in): 76.7
Overall Width (mm): 1947
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1580
Wheelbase (in): 136.6
Wheelbase (mm): 3470
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 231
Overall Height (in): 73.6
Overall Height (mm): 1870
Overall Length (in): 213.0
Overall Length (mm): 5410
Overall Width (in): 76.0
Overall Width (mm): 1930
Wheelbase (in): 128.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3270
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Cargo Doors
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Front Fog Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Mica
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1500
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7055
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5590
Gross Train Weight (lb): 12324
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3050
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6724
Payload Allowance (kg): 1150
Payload Allowance (lb): 2535
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1900
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4189
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1915
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4222
Tare Weight (kg): 1843
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 320
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1195
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 2635
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look & Synthetic Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 5
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Service
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