Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Kia Tasman

Kia has finally dropped all the details on the 2025 Kia Tasman, and if you're in the market for a new ute, you’ll want to pay attention. Kia Tasman is officially available to order in Australia ahead of delivery in July.

Here’s everything you need to know.

Built for Aussie tracks - the Tasman X-Pro in Tan Beige showing off its off-road upgrades.

2025 Kia Tasman Pricing

Kia is rolling the Tasman out in dual-cab pickup form first, with single-cab/chassis models to follow later in 2025. Here’s how the pricing stacks up:

Model	Price (before on-roads)
2025 Kia Tasman S 4x2	$42,990
2025 Kia Tasman S 4x4	$49,990
2025 Kia Tasman SX 4x4	$54,490
2025 Kia Tasman SX+ 4x4	$62,390
2025 Kia Tasman X-Line 4x4	$67,990
2025 Kia Tasman X-Pro 4x4	$74,990

Kia has priced the Tasman pretty sharply to take on the heavy hitters like the Ranger, HiLux, and D-MAX.

What Engine Does the Kia Tasman Have?

All Kia Tasman models launch with a 2.2L turbo-diesel four-cylinder:

• Power: 154kW

• Torque: 440Nm

• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

• Drivetrain: 4x2 (base S) or 4x4

While it’s not packing a V6 like some competitors, it’s still punching out healthy numbers for towing and touring. And no hybrid funny business either - just diesel power, how we like it.

From beaches to bush tracks, the Kia Tasman X-Pro handles the tough stuff with ease.

Towing and Payload

Not bad compared the competition like the BYD Shark, BT-50 and Triton.

• Braked towing capacity: 3500kg (across the range)

• Payload: 1013kg to 1124kg depending on the spec

For a dual cab ute, those are solid numbers. Kia has even considered novated lease buyers, offering a sub-1000kg payload option too.

Size and Dimensions

The 2025 Kia Tasman is right on the money for size:

• Length: 5410mm

• Width: 1930mm

• Wheelbase: 3270mm

Slightly longer in the wheelbase than a Ranger, which should help with towing stability but still easy enough to park and daily drive.

More flex than a 79 - the 2025 Kia Tasman X-Pro proving it’s more than just an ugly face.

How Does It Compare to the Ranger and HiLux?

Here's the real question everyone’s asking: Can the Tasman actually take on the Ranger, HiLux, and Amarok?

• Towing and payload are bang on

• Interior tech looks fresher and more modern

• Warranty is a big win (Kia’s 7 years vs Ford/Toyota’s 5)

• Pricing is super competitive

The biggest unknown right now is real-world towing and durability. That 2.2L will have to work harder than a V6 Ranger, but for weekend touring, and everyday duty - it looks like a seriously tempting option.

Final Thoughts: Is the Kia Tasman Worth It?

The 2025 Kia Tasman brings a lot to the table - proper 3500kg towing, decent payload, good off-road features, and a heap of tech straight out of the box. If you’re not obsessed with having the biggest engine on the block, the Tasman might just be the smartest buy in the 4x4 ute market for 2025.

Thinking About Your Next Touring Rig?

If you’re keen to set up a Kia Tasman for serious towing, camping, or work duty - get in touch with the team at BAW Automotive. We'll show you how to build it properly from the start.