The Tasman features a low range 
gearing system and automatic rear 
electronic locking differential to 
help navigate challenging terrain 
with a 4WD Active transfer switch 
available on all 4WD variants. 
Reactive mechanical rear differential 
lock available on TX, TXR, TXS & 
X-Line. While a selectable rear 
electromechanical differential lock 
is available on top X-Pro model.
Terrain modes help to optimise 
performance and safety across 
various off-road conditions 
that can be selected for Snow, 
Mud, Sand and Rock.
With up to 1,025kg payload, 
the Tasman is a proper one-
tonne ute and has a best-in-class 
tub capacity to fit up to 1,212L 
of cargo in the tub.  I loved the 
electronic tail gate feature to 
drop the gate when loading up 
my hunting gear and decoys.
For towing up to 3500kg (braked) 
or 750kg (unbraked), the integrated 
trailer brake control automatically 
applies the trailer brakes when you 
brake on the Tasman. It is easy to 
fine-tune the braking force by using 
the positive and negative buttons.
Integrated panoramic 
display & Kia app
The expansive 12.3"+5"+12.3" 
combined integrated panoramic 
display, is simple to use and has 
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 
compatibility which provides 
helpful driving information.
Inside really impresses as 
one of the leading cabins 
in the ute class, giving 
comfort and functionality, 
with innovative technology 
including a near 30” 
Panoramic Display.
With its muscular lines, unmistakably 
rugged design and sporting those 
purposeful wheel arches, the Tasman 
in tan colour certainly stands out from 
the pack and draws attention.
44  FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE
Tested
Kia Tasman TX

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