Tasman cab-chassis prices revealed

Kia has confirmed pricing for the cab-chassis version of its all-new Tasman ute. Tasman Single-Cab chassis range will be available in thr...

Kia has confirmed pricing for the cab-chassis version of its all-new Tasman ute.

Tasman Single-Cab chassis range will be available in three variants: S 4x2 from $38,010,  S 4x4 from at $45,010 and SX 4x4 from $49,520 -- plus on-road costs.

The Dual-Cab chassis will come in two variants; S 4x4 from $48,240 and the SX 4x4 from $52,740 -- plus on-roads.

Cab-chassis variants can be paired with a Kia genuine accessories tray, which can be accompanied by further options such as an under-tray drawer, tool box, and water tank.

There’s a variety of roof storage layouts, canopies, tonneau covers, a sports bar or sail plane for pick-up models and multiple bull bar, side step and tow bar configurations to choose from.

Dedicated off-roaders can opt for a snorkel and dust defence kit, while general adventure is catered for with roof pods, in addition to bicycle, watercraft, and ski and snowboard carriers.

There’s also a car fridge, folding table, a variety of floor mat options, headlamp protectors, bonnet protectors, weathershields, sill protection, a roadside assist kit and aromatherapy diffuser.

Bet the latter is a big seller.

All Tasmans feature ladder-frame construction with high-mount double wishbone suspension and solid-axle four-layer leaf spring rear suspension layout.

Genuine off-road ability comes courtesy of a 4x4 Active two-speed transfer case with the ability to ability to send power between the front and rear axles automatically in 4x4 Active (4A) mode, depending on where traction is required.

Using a multi-plate clutch within the transfer case, 4A brings the best of both worlds between typical four-wheel drive and all-wheel-drive systems.

All Tasman 4x4 models beneath the X-Pro also feature a reactive mechanical rear differential lock (m-LD), which goes beyond typical limited-slip differential designs by actually locking the rear wheels together when a loss of forward traction is detected, and is particularly suited to off-road conditions.

The X-Pro ups the ante with a proactive rear differential lock (e-LD), which enables the driver to select when the differential lock is required to maximise forward traction, by locking the rear wheels together before traversing extreme off-road situations.

It also offers specifically tailored off-road suspension and tyres, with the frequency-selective shock absorbers and integrated hydraulic rebound stoppers fitted to all Tasmans complemented by an X-Pro-specific calibration and unique rear bump stops and an extra 14mm of spring height.

In conjunction with the X-Pro’s larger all-terrain tyres, this results in an overall 28mm lift in ride height over other Tasman models for a total of 252mm.

X-Line and X-Pro feature a specific front bumper design which has been optimised for off-road clearance, which when combined with the X-Pro’s additional ride height enables an impressive approach angle of 32.2 degrees.

Rrampover is 25.8 degrees and the departure angle is 26.2 degrees.

X-Pro also adds additional underbody protection for the fuel tank.

All-terrain modes include:

• Auto mode represents an AI-based driving surface analysis for automatic selection of the optimal driving mode.
• Snow mode calibrates the Tasman’s various systems for slippery surfaces like snow.
• Mud mode is suited for driving on muddy, unpaved roads or uneven surfaces.
• Sand mode is specifically tailored for soft, dry sand or deep gravel surfaces.

X-Pro adds :

• Rock mode which is particularly suited to bumpier, low-traction surfaces like rocks or deep ruts.
• X-Trek mode which is effectively a low-speed cruise control system for crawling in low-range. It offers five console-selectable speed settings below 10km/h, and enables the driver to maintain steady throttle application in particularly challenging off-road situations.

The X-Pro also brings a specific Off-Road Page within the multimedia screen, which offers a variety of off-road information within a clear graphic display.

Supporting the benchmark 3500kg braked tow rating and 350kg tow ball weight rating of all Tasmans is a host of mechanical and towing-specific calibration elements to optimise driver confidence and safety when hauling a load behind the vehicle.

 

 

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