WORLD FIRST!! 2025 Kia Tasman Ute First Look IN-PERSON

WE'RE IN KOREA TO FINALLY SEE THE KIA TASMAN UTE!!
Kia have JUST released to the public the first prototype of the Kia Tasman Ute / Truck / Bakkie, and we're at Busan Mobility Show (aka Busan Motor Show) to get UP CLOSE and personal with the new Kia Tasman ute! Coming to us in 2025, the Kia Tasman ute is being designed to DESTROY the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, KGM Musso and SO MUCH MORE.
So we'll look at the exterior, talk about the hidden new features it has, look at its tub and engine choices, and talk more about its HEAVILY leaked new interior. Let's review the Tasman Ute in this WORLD FIRST! Kia is Getting a Ute!
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:23 Exterior Looks and Features
00:02:28 Cargo Tub and Practicality
00:03:47 Engine Choices
00:04:56 Interior Leaked!!
00:05:33 Final Thoughts
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[@barron204]

When I hear the word Busan, I'm thinking of trains and not cars.

[@phunk8607]

🧟

[@CustomGorillaxMotorBradix]

Lol

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

With over 63,000 Rangers sold in 2023 and a high proportion of these I see on the road being V6, if KIA don't offer a V6 Diesel it won't sell in numbers, so it will be relegated to GWM or Triton sales numbers of around 9,000 and 16,000, if they offer V6 diesel from release the competition will know they mean business, otherwise it will be just another 4cyl slush box.

[@Khaos_1325]

If they offer the 6cyl turbo petrol at a decent price I think it could do really well, at the moment the only other option is the raptor at 100k. I think given the option plenty of people would prefer a petrol alternative, especially those that barely ever see the dirt. If it only comes in the 4cyl diesel then they have no chance of upsetting the market leaders. I'm actually more surprised that they aren't launching at as a hybrid.

[@donomar81]

Test drove the 2024 gwm poer turbo diesel being a 4cyl and let me tell you is not sluggish at all,quick pick up

[@MarcusCicero1]

Forget about the engine. If it looks this stupid it hasn't got a chance. We can only hope kia is tricking us

[@AMBEE-sp2ev]

The Homer Simpson Ute.

[@CarSauce]

LOL

[@vimalmazdafuraiconcept1112]

@@CarSauce 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@reginald7214]

😂😆

[@josh3221ify]

Doh!

[@drazmarinic5991]

😂😂😂

[@Crankycruiser]

It's uuugggly, but fingers crossed they put a V6 petty in it 👌

[@polofunk]

The thing is wrapped up how in world you know what it looks like dang 😂😂

[@Berzertles]

@@polofunkJust look at the side fenders

[@MarcusCicero1]

Ugly ! . The designers should be publicly flogged if this is their final design

[@user-km1oj7du9z]

I'm Korean. It's not ugly. It's just . disgusting.

[@jerryrafael-h2l]

Design very very ugly same as mitsubishi triton

[@jimgineered]

That's defnitely not the car that was in Australia, it's a clay/foam model, hence why you can't see in the windows, the grille is closed off, there's no visible suspension, and the brakes are missing calipers (I bet the real ones won't be that big). If you pause on the underside shot at 1:15 it's very clearly a model.

[@green_comet83]

A Tasman N to challenge the Ranger Raptor would be pretty wild.

[@purplepandaguy9887]

You mean a Tasman GT? N is Hyundais thing

[@green_comet83]

@@purplepandaguy9887 Yeah whoops, I meant this.

[@bushchook1618]

They’ve got some work to do. Flares look horrendous. Need a V6 diesel. Whoopee, two twelve inch screens that will house switching. The one in the dash looks like someone added it as an afterthought. Ever tried using one on a country road while you bounce around? Tactile knobs and switches on a 4WD thanks.

[@Lewiss248]

looks exactly just like the new triton . all the new cars looks the exact same , I miss when the cars from the 90s and 00s all could be distinguished just by body shapes from a distance

[@garrygraham]

It looks like it has a huge overhang behind the rear wheels, similar to the previous Tritons. In that camo it would be at home in a legoland display.

[@vimalmazdafuraiconcept1112]

Nice to see new kid on the block ❤❤❤

[@CarSauce]

Competition is good!

[@klasseact6663]

Hopefully it has "the right stuff" to keep it "Hangin' tough"😇

[@mauriomoore7404]

Nothing like the concepts.. can't believe this is what they went with.. 😂 good luck !

[@conradscheepers]

It is so far from the concept model, ugly and what plastic pieces of the wheel arches

[@alphabravo3304]

2.2 diesel turbo I’ve had in the Hyundai Hylander, gutless off the mark, gutless loaded, honestly I’ve literally just taken possession of a ranger V6 I’m getting 9.2 litres per hundred around town

[@VMVarga-yf6eg]

RIP ranger! With that engine😂

[@Malc664]

The ranger has more torque though, 610 Nm vs 510 Nm. Possibly two extra gears in the Ranger too. Better for towing at least.

[@boomcr7302]

Looks fantastic outside and inside. Those fender flares can be blended with grey or black paint. Inside looks amazing, that screen 👀, dual wireless chargers, sun roof, it’s got it all. Raptor has the engine and suspension, but this looks like it’s gonna compete very well in Aus. We needed someone to raise the benchmark for the same dollar, for example Hilux’s are disgustingly basic and ask for max dollar 🤮 I’ve had a brand new SR5 for 7 years and vowed to not buy another again for how basic they are. Ford is the leader atm, but KIA will definitely find a place in Aus!

[@SpiderDaveOG]

it looks like it took inspiration from the 2024 Triton..it also said it will compete against the ranger and hilux, do you think its up to the test?

[@uncle1001]

nothing can kill the ranger and hilux!!

[@AussieDazza]

They should have put the inline 6 diesel out of the Genesis in it.

[@mrz1281]

i predict a facelift coming 1 week after its reveal

[@tomdickson6221]

Despite the polarising look, that I'm struggling with, the tech and features sound impressive. However, without 180kW and 550-600Nm, I won't be considering buying one, as I need a vehicle that can easily tow 3T. Unfortunately, I think Kia will struggle to compete with the Ranger in terms of sales for now with this first Gen Tasman.

[@phunk8607]

love the look.

[@jamesjames8174]

Coming to your rear view mirror soon.

[@brycem0]

Only downhill, 4 pot diesel with displacement of 2.2L....🐢

[@anthonybugge5220]

I think the headlamps are a split duel design. The secondary lights have been covered up.

[@jeremyroe8541]

You’ll see plenty of these picking up kids from school all over Australia. Never used as a Ute other than the once a year car trip and the interior will be more comfortable than any other Ute on the market which will make it appealing. However I feel private buyers will need the price to be VERY competitive against the alternatives to make a dent.

[@shmatto1]

The trim above the wheels arches is chav. Those "huge brake discs" are legit trims. No brake callipers holding them, so not the cross drilled discs they are implying.

[@MetalPhreakAU]

yeah its clearly not production ready yet. I doubt the final version will get big honking discs that size.

[@paulriley4566]

It needs more power 160kw plus for it to be a chance

[@DBatty]

Someone forgot the brakes

[@MRCtouring]

I will definitely be interested in an V6tt

[@aldwinjum7533]

wow kia has to put it all out. put it all out of their dam minds

[@philiplucky7170]

the wrap doesn’t do it any justice

[@boy638]

Pretty sure those are display wheels with fake brake discs, don't expect the production cars to have those drilled discs.

[@flatpanda77]

Is this Ute designed in collaboration with Lego?

[@CarSauce]

🤣

[@vimalmazdafuraiconcept1112]

That's what I was thinking 😂😂😂😂

[@Eccentricplum]

@@flatpanda77 yeah those wheel arch fenders probably clip off and they give you them in yellow, red, and blue

[@LarryNgetich]

I hope they keep the wheelbase for the SUV version so that there is usable bootspace with all 7 seats up

[@Achilles_2024]

Is it similar to the Ford F-150 ?

[@chrisvrp]

Trying to stare through the wrap and it has a bit of a Wrangler/79 series mash up feel going on

[@Blade43]

I just hope those plastic wheel arch things are only on there to throw people off, because they look hideous. If they don't offer a V6 diesel or petrol for that matter when it's released, It will be a waste of time as it will have no chance competing with the favourites.

[@jasongib4894]

When will we see the Australian production version? Hopefully without those horrible guards

[@skyhigh2764]

Great video. Thanks for saying hello at the airport to me while you were on your way to Taiwan. (and we were doing the same) Even better was the 4 am selfie i took. Thanks again

[@geoflewis204]

Urrrgh .. Happy with my Musso .. Hope to see more of what the other Korean Manufacturers are up to while your there .. Cheers

[@MRCtouring]

I have to say I was freaking out when I first saw this in camo as I’ve been waiting for this Kia Ute ever since they said it was in development and have held off purchasing a new Ute for years now waiting for this. I do have to saw the first few times I have seen pictures of the Tasman like this I instantly went 🤮🤮🤮 and almost went and ordered a new Ranger but the more I look at it and try to see past the camouflage the more I feel I’m seeing it will be a good looking vehicle and I feel that the wrap has purposely been developed to hide a hell of a lot so I’m going to wait for the unveiling before making my judgment. I’m definitely disappointed that it’s highly unlikely to receive the V6 from the Mohave (a vehicle I desperately wish Kia would bring to Australia) but the quality of service and the rare support we have received from Greater Western Kia in Kingswood NSW has been nothing short of exceptional and that makes me feel comfortable to wait especially when I’ve heard the difficulties some people have had with after sales support from the Ford dealers in a decent radius from where I live and that Ford Australia hasn’t managed to implement a simple turbo oil feed line solution for the V6 that has been a documented issue since release (it wouldn’t be hard to get a bulk batch made by one of many quality local hose manufacturers in Australia and switch them over during pre delivery preparation) and also the fact that the Ranger needs a tub support kit as an option to carry loads on a rack is disappointing but definitely not a deal breaker but still disappointing considering they are advertised as work and lifestyle vehicles.

[@MikeA817]

Unfortunate there's not a current announcement of US marketing although there's been reports of it being tested in California. I think some of the exterior design choices won't be popular for the American market but as a current Kia Soul owner that's eyeing a return to a midsize truck (Chevy S-10/Colorado), I'm interested how Kia can offer a high-tech comfortable ride in a "manly man" truck.

[@mannyalali2022]

Kia have military vehicle line up so they are femilier with 4x4 I think this vehicle will find it way in Australian market also it is very smart approach to chose Australian market because it will have after market 4x4 upgrades soon

[@megabreeeze]

Going for the best of everything you said ,except the engine if its only a 2 litre the TASMEN has failed. It needs to be at least a 6 litre turbo or a v8 .

[@Tom_Azin]

Personally I love the wrap on it!

[@dodobirdie808]

When is this launching?

[@joshd793]

Early 2025

[@tomglynn8943]

2 questions ; 1. Is it a full monocoque body? I can't see a gap between cab and tray 2. Does it have rear drum brakes? That shot of the brakes looks like a cheap imitation rotor that's been mounted over the top of a drum brake

[@MrSqeeky1000]

Would be interesting if customers decide they want the camouflage look from factory.

[@user-oj1tn7ud1p]

Really wanted to jump ship from a 19 Wildtrak & try something new, like this or even a BYD Shark , but these manufactures are doing my head in... BYD's recently so called customer service nightmare & this design coupled with the engine variations may just not do it for me.... May have to wait & have a look at the hybrid ranger & outlay the big bucks when released. 🤷‍♂🤷‍♂

[@SpiderDaveOG]

i suggest not getting a chinese car, i dont think you want your wheel falling off on a road trip

[@con9605]

Personally, too large. Market seems to be missing a mid sized utility that can be driven in urban areas. Pretty sure that wont fit in the supermarket car park.

[@SpiderDaveOG]

looks like its targeted to Americans but launched in Australia

[@josh3221ify]

It's designed to conquer treacherous off-road terrains not supermarket car parks

[@SpiderDaveOG]

@@josh3221ify the hilux and ranger can do both, those 2 are the best of both worlds, this however looks like its targeted for americans

[@notifiesplaysgundam462]

ok Im not gonna lie, I kinda like the blocky look. tho the headlights are a tad bit too small

[@loukasm2008]

The R&D testing video …..the sound coming from the test vehicle does not sound like a 4 cylinder???

[@joshdoddadbod]

Kia has better bring this to north america.

[@Fitzy_Cheesecake]

Exterior isn't looking pretty for the Tasman, but based on obvious hints of deception in the camo & how they've managed to make the Carnival look appealing to all motorists. I have fingers crossed that the Tasman proves us wrong when we finally get the official unveiling

[@mazdamedia5995]

It doesn’t look too bad with the all-terrain tyres on it, but those flares have to go or it be made available without them because it currently looks stupid with them. If it wants to compete with the Ranger which is popular because it’s boxy and rugged looking, it shouldn’t have some futuristic interior that looks like an electric car, blokes that want to feel mucho Don’t want that interior

[@deborahunderwood6358]

My concern is if it is going to be a Unibody, where the rear bed is all one body. Hopefully its not...

[@YZJB]

It’s not a unibody, all spy shots so far show a separate chassis

[@sonofagun1037]

How come all non NA mid size trucks (tasman excluded) are so round and crossovery especially when the D-Max is a sibling to the colorado and the hilux a sibling to the Tacoma

[@YZJB]

DMAX and Colorado have nothing in common in their current generation

[@CustomGorillaxMotorBradix]

Where's the fog lights?

[@RobDawgz91]

they need a v6 and capability of a steel tray on the back tradies dont like sytle side trays

[@MRCtouring]

If Kia was smart they would try to make the Tasman capable of towing it’s predicted 3.5t towing capacity at full GVM not like any other Ute on in this range, we all know the 3.5t is a awesome marketing strategy but no Ute in this segment can tow that at full GCM and I feel that if Kia can achieve this that would be a massive advantage. In saying I don’t think a vehicle this size should tow 3.5t but it would definitely be safer for those that do want to tow that heavy with this type of vehicle to have the vehicle as heavy as possible and not have to strip the weight of the tow vehicle down to its bare minimum weight to be able to tow its maximum capacity.

[@reeltomeal]

When Mitsubishi merges with a Musso! Not much ground clearance at the front end. I guess it's different.

[@robissonwillard7266]

Nice🇸🇦

[@pswalther]

The choice of the big straight line and weird fender was I feel not a good choice. 😔

[@andrewnewman2695]

With all the renderings I've seen, this is by far the worst looking version, those fender flares are an epic fail. Surely Kia did some market research on this with their target audience!

[@roabarton7962]

Sad this won't ever see North America.

[@imopn]

Best UTE? Not with that tiny little 4 pot engine. They needed to come in hard using one of their more meaty Diesels like the straight 6 or v6.

[@Daveed0]

I thought this was supposed to be the compact pick up that was being brought to the US market as well? Competing with the ranger isn’t “compact”

[@justinmiddleton935]

Wish the front seat was a bench seat

[@alexkreet1862]

Looks good, but I’m holding out for the full EV version, Diesel is too expensive and I’d rather use “free” Aussie solar to run my cars from now on.

[@VintageRKO]

Hopefully this will motivate Toyota to move the Hilux to their TNGA F platform instead of staying on the super dated IMV platform

[@mauriceldisgreecanadahaspr9560]

NICE NICE 💯💯 TRUCK KIA SUCCESSFUL 😮😮😮😮😮🎉🎉🎉

[@Malc664]

Why would anyone want to look at that? They're not serious are they. Get rid of the horrible fender flares

[@bluedog2367]

I don’t know who signed off on whatever that is, but they should be sacked.

[@sem5397]

😂

[@ubernoob103]

“Pretty massive disc brakes” No calipers though lol. Shame the model for the show wasnt closer to production spec.

[@technalite]

Yo

[@scott-steven8591]

I actually thought they were trolling when they allowed the prototype out, wrapped in camo, but it appears not!! IT'S HIDEOUS!! Repulsive. As a KIA fan, I'd hoped they would actually make something to actually rival the market leaders. If anything, they'll be too busy rolling on their asses laughing at this monstrosity. And I'm a diehard KIA Pro_Ceed GT Tech owner. KIA canned it here after 2 years, and a dismal 700 odd sales, it is actually a kickass car so, based on that, if it sells more than 200 units, and isn't discontinued after a year, I'll eat my hat.

[@patrlcksreaLView]

Um, the weird looking kid on the block

[@CarSauce]

Gotta say I didn’t mind the fenders in the spy shots, but in person… it’s odd

[@vimalmazdafuraiconcept1112]

True 😂 but who knows what it can do when released to the public

[@TheXcrazymanxX]

Looks like s#!?

[@user-qf8bw5lw5f]

No chance of competing without a V6. Sorry Kia.

[@josh3221ify]

It will definitely compete for the worst looking Ute with the triton

[@ronaldov09]

If its ugly (which I'm pretty sure it will be), its not going to sell that well here against stiff competition...Kia have some great designs but I feel this is going to be hideous :(

[@adamtonkin3800]

The best of everything…… 440nm will decimate all!

[@jam2theongie836]

wish we had more big petrol motors on offer in AUS for the utes like we used to, ide rather not buy a modern diesel with adblue garbage

[@chrismbroome]

Looks like a yellow Submarine on wheels

[@joshd793]

Another Mr Beast giveaway?! 😂

[@warcrabcyber9908]

Hopefully it has full time all wheel drive as an option , in the kia .in the ranger you have to pay 70 000 aud for this because its only available on the v6 ranger. On the hilux its not even available People love to hype garbage , ranger most money spent on marketing and not reliability Hilux is reliable but ancient, and toyota sells it as expensive as a ranger but it is outdated.

[@jeffwallis6696]

Yeah, nah. Just wondering when the styling team gets back from holidays?

[@hectorgonzales837]

4 cylinder = hardpass

[@coligon4828]

Strange design 🤔

[@GlobalTriathlonNetwork]

Doesn't look like the tub is removable. Loose half potential market.. 😅

[@sammy2288]

Honestly... wtf were they thinking with design? this has to be up there with one of the worst looking cars i have ever seen lol. I cant see this taking off here at all in Australia.

[@blitzdiesel1870]

No petrol v8 not interested

[@Plen3716]

The design looks so… awkward

[@green_106]

Yes.

[@Staff7A]

Yea not with that plastic cladding…

[@lucassitanggang5154]

Tasmanian Devil

[@DigitSpin]

If the exterior design is released in the USA, itll sell 10 units. Its super ugly. and Im a big KIA fan. I hope it looks different. the wheel fender component looks like an after thought. it has nothing over my Telluride as far as body design

[@alphabravo3304]

Looks shocking so far, it’s challenging to visualise, I understand the cam, but trying to visualise a comparison, I look forward to seeing a solid colour

[@darrennoble1474]

Think ill reserve judgement til its not wrapped. Some of the pics online look really good but this wrap makes it looks pretty shit. Hopefully its covering up a few things thatll male it look better. Still looks better than the latest ranger though. Those things look bloody horrid

[@nicoungerer4813]

It wont touch Ranger!

[@anismirawi]

it looks like a dolphin head idk what the F r they doing

[@MegaTarren]

when I've been waiting to see what the final results are I'm extremely disappointed to be honest. its more a mid spec Ute. and not even pushing the new Chinese counterparts

[@MRCtouring]

Definitely don’t want them shipped with BFG All Terrains as they are way out of date and a horrible everyday tyre

[@zooks3894]

Sack the design team.