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Ben Zachariah
2026 Kia Tasman X-Pro review: Long-term conclusion
The Kia Tasman caused quite a stir when it arrived on the scene, but what's it like to really live with? We spent several months with one to find out.
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2.2L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD
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Overview
Variant
S
Variant
Limited
Body type
Cab Chassis
Body type
Utility
Engine size
2.2 L
Engine size
3.4 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Power and torque
154kW / 441Nm
Power and torque
326kW / 790Nm
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—
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
2
Doors
4
Seats
2
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
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
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
—
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
—
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Power Outlet 12V
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2151
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 3445
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: V35a-Fts
Engine (L): 3.4
Number of Cylinders: 6
WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
WLTP Emissions
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 32.2
Main Capacity (L): 122
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 26.8
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
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
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.00
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 185
Maximum Speed (mph): 115
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 170
Maximum Speed (mph): 106
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 209
Maximum Power (kW): 154
Maximum Torque (Nm): 441
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 443
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 49
Maximum Power (kW): 326
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 36
Maximum Torque (Nm): 790
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Secondary Power
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 394
Maximum Power (kW): 290
Maximum Torque (Nm): 649
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2400
Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Differential Lock
—
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 10
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
—
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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 Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
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
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
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
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Side
Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Step Location: Side
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
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
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 15000
Front Track (in): 68.4
Front Track (mm): 1737
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 216
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 49.2
Overall Height (in): 78.1
Overall Height (mm): 1985
Overall Length (in): 234.4
Overall Length (mm): 5955
Overall Width (in): 80.3
Overall Width (mm): 2040
Rear Overhang (in): 48.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 1239
Wheelbase (in): 145.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3700
Ramp Angles
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 21.0
Departure Angle: 24.0
Cargo Area Dimensions
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Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 84.8
Cargo Volume (L): 2400
Height (in): 20.9
Height (mm): 531
Length (in): 77.6
Length (mm): 1971
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.7
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1237
Width (in): 58.7
Width (mm): 1491
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
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Cargo Doors
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Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running 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: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Mica
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
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
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rear Side Windows
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Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear View Mirror Camera
—
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Digital: yes
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
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1850
Front Axle Weight (lb): 4079
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 4500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 9921
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3536
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7796
Payload Allowance (kg): 758
Payload Allowance (lb): 1671
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2778
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 6124
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1850
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4079
Tare Weight (kg): 2694
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
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: 12
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look & Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Load Area Side Covering
—
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 5
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Trailer Coverage: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Knee Airbags
—
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
—
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
—
Side Airbag
Location: Front
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 Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 250
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 49.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 36.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Cell Count: 240
Battery Type: Nickel Metal Hydride
Battery Voltage: 288.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.87
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Brakes
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Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Cargo Area
—
Tray/Tub
Length: Regular
Liner: Insert
Type: Straight Side
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Service
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
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