The 2.2L CRDi turbo engine 
combined with an 8-speed automatic 
transmission is exceptionally smooth 
and effortless when on the open 
road.  The steering is superb and 
the ride felt outstanding on the 
450km trip to Northland.  The ute 
is built on an all-new dedicated 
ladder frame platform that has been 
developed for the Tasman, to offer 
excellent durability and robustness.
On the first 301.7km of the trip 
when I pulled over for a coffee break 
at Kaiwaka, the fuel consumption 
was sitting at 7.7L/100km which 
was outstanding for its first long 
drive and considering the current 
diesel pricing situation thanks 
to Trump with his war in Iran.
“It's a ute that might be considered 
an ugly duckling, but when you step 
inside the cabin and drive the Tasman, it 
changes your perception instantly.”
The striking front grille with a 
minimum ground clearance of 206mm 
and wading depth of 800mm rivals 
the leading ute in class, Ranger.
Handy built-in corner steps at the 
rear of the vehicle allow for easier 
access to the cargo area.
42  FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE
Tested
Kia Tasman TX

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