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KIA Tasman

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First-generation Kia Tasman; South African retail launch April 2026 Current version 2026 Body style Pickup
The 2026 Kia Tasman range is a six-derivative diesel double-cab line-up from R679,995, with 2WD LX and 4WD SX/X-Pro grades, all using a 154 kW/440 Nm engine and eight-speed automatic.
ZAR 1,004,999
On-road in
ZAR 1,028,058
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,004,999
Finance estimate from ZAR 11,986/month Based on 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2151cc (2.2L) Torque:440Nm (325 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:252mm (9.9″) Power:154kW (207 bhp) Boot1173L (41.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 12.8 km/l (30 mpg)
City 10.4 km/l (24 mpg)
Highway 15.0 km/l (35 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the KIA Tasman in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 11,986
Total Interest
ZAR 174,158
Total Payable
ZAR 719,158
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

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KIA Tasman

The 2026 Kia Tasman range is a six-derivative diesel double-cab line-up from R679,995, with 2WD LX and 4WD SX/X-Pro grades, all using a 154 kW/440 Nm engine and eight-speed automatic.

The Kia Tasman entered South African retail sale in 2026 with six named double-cab derivatives. LX and LX Colour Coded are rear-wheel drive. SX and X-Pro, each also offered with colour-coded fenders, use part-time four-wheel drive with high and low range. Every derivative combines a 2,151 cc four-cylinder common-rail turbodiesel with an eight-speed automatic, producing 154 kW at 3,800 rpm and 440 Nm from 1,750-2,750 rpm. Official combined consumption is 7.5 L/100 km for LX 2WD and 7.8 L/100 km for the four-wheel-drive grades. It is a full-size working double cab: 5,410 mm long, 1,930 mm wide and built on a 3,270 mm wheelbase. Kia publishes 1,123 kg payload for LX and 1,008 kg for SX and X-Pro, plus a 3,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked towing limit. The load box holds 1,212 litres on LX and 1,173 litres on SX/X-Pro. Four disc brakes, double-wishbone front suspension and a leaf-sprung rigid rear axle underline its work-and-tow brief. LX rides on 265/65 R17 tyres and is the price-led 2WD. SX adds part-time 4WD, selectable Snow, Mud and Sand terrain modes, more driver assistance, front parking sensors and the 12.3-inch display. X-Pro moves to taller 265/70 R17 all-terrain tyres, raises clearance to 252 mm, improves the approach, breakover and departure angles, adds Rock mode, a locking rear differential, underbody protection, heated seats, leather and an eight-speaker system. All derivatives publish an 800 mm wading depth; that number is a maximum capability claim, not permission to enter moving or unknown water. The range carries a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and six-year/90,000 km service plan. Those current terms, along with 154 kW, 440 Nm and 7.5/7.8 L/100 km, replace stale pre-launch records. The standard and colour-coded versions within each grade share the same engine and drivetrain; the extra price is for the exterior treatment, not extra capability. Grade choice changes the geometry as well as the equipment. LX has 231 mm clearance; SX has 224 mm; X-Pro has 252 mm. LX and SX publish 28.9-degree approach, 23.7-degree breakover and 25.0-degree departure angles, while X-Pro improves those to 32.2, 25.8 and 26.2 degrees. The X-Pro's taller tyres are therefore part of a measurable capability change, not only a styling package. Ground clearance is the default manufacturer figure; Kia does not publish a separate value with every seat occupied, so Hagalu keeps that loaded measurement explicitly undisclosed. Cabin and load-box numbers should be read together. Front headroom is 1,044 mm and rear headroom 1,004 mm. Fixed-rear-seat versions publish 915 mm rear legroom; the adjustable rear arrangement reaches 940 mm at maximum. LX offers a 1,573 x 1,600 mm box and 1,212-litre VDA capacity. SX and X-Pro use a 1,512 x 1,572 mm box with 1,173 litres. A colour-coded derivative does not alter those measurements, drivetrain or payload. A tow rating is not a promise that every heavy trailer can be attached while the vehicle is also fully loaded. The driver must reconcile kerb mass, payload, passengers, accessories, tow-ball download, GVM and the 6,200 kg gross combined mass. Kia publishes 350 kg maximum tow-ball download. A canopy, drawer system, replacement bumper or recovery equipment consumes payload before people and cargo are counted. The same discipline applies off-road: 800 mm is a controlled maximum wading claim, while depth, flow, hidden holes, entry speed and water-ingestion risk can make a shallower crossing unsafe. Ownership comparison should use the current retail price, exact derivative, five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and six-year/90,000 km service plan. A temporary monthly promotion is not the cash price and depends on deposit, term, rate and residual. Fuel claims are comparison numbers, not guarantees. For a work vehicle, downtime support, dealer access on the intended route, tyre replacement cost and insurance for accessories deserve the same attention as headline output.

KIA Tasman — Quick Facts

KIA Tasman Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Base Diesel Automatic ZAR 679,995
2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Colour Coded Base Diesel Automatic ZAR 684,999
2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 879,995
2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 884,999
2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 999,995
2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 1,004,999
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Base Diesel Automatic ZAR 679,995
2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Colour Coded Base Diesel Automatic ZAR 684,999
2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 879,995
2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 884,999
2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 999,995
2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 1,004,999
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KIA Tasman Specifications

Length
5410 mm
Width
1930 mm
Height
1960 mm
Wheelbase
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
252 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1173 l
Kerb Weight
2317 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3250 kg
Payload Capacity
1008 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.25 m
Front Headroom
1044 mm
Rear Headroom
1004 mm
Front Legroom
1052 mm
Rear Legroom
940 mm
Driving fit

Where the KIA Tasman Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

Work-and-lifestyle double-cab buyer who needs a published one-tonne-class payload, 3,500 kg braked towing, or the additional low-range and terrain hardware of SX/X-Pro. The best match is a buyer who can state the load, trailer, road surface and passenger requirement before choosing a grade. Rear-wheel-drive LX avoids paying for unused 4WD hardware. SX suits buyers who genuinely need selectable low range and terrain modes. X-Pro is justified by its locking differential, all-terrain tyres, protection and improved geometry, not merely its flagship position.

City
The 5.41-metre body and 6.17-6.25 m turning radius require space. The eight-speed automatic and parking aids reduce effort; SX/X-Pro add more assistance than LX. At urban speeds, the long wheelbase and rear overhang are more important than engine output. Drivers should test their actual garage, parking bay and turning space. Colour-coded fenders do not change manoeuvrability. Front and surround-view assistance varies by grade, so the equipment matrix should be checked rather than assuming every 4WD has every camera function.
Highway
The 154 kW/440 Nm diesel, eight-speed automatic and official 7.5-7.8 L/100 km claims suit long-distance work and towing. Trailer loading must remain within GVM, GCM and tow-ball limits. For towing, load the vehicle and trailer on a certified weighbridge and compare measured axle, vehicle and combined mass with the published limits. The eight-speed automatic and broad torque band support relaxed cruising, but speed, trailer frontal area, wind and gradients can raise consumption substantially above the official unladen comparison figure.
Off-Road
SX and X-Pro provide part-time 4WD and low range. X-Pro adds 252 mm clearance, taller all-terrain tyres, Rock mode, a locking rear differential and protection for harder trails. Use 2H for ordinary sealed-road running and select the 4WD mode appropriate to the manual and surface. Low range is confirmed on SX and X-Pro, but Kia does not publish its numeric reduction ratio; Hagalu does not invent one. X-Pro's rear locker can improve traction, yet tyre pressure, line choice and recovery planning remain essential.
4.3/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.3 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12

KIA Tasman — Should You Buy It?

4.3/5
2026 Kia Tasman South African range review
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12

The current Tasman is strongest when judged as a work-capable double cab: all variants have 154 kW, 440 Nm, an eight-speed automatic, a 3,500 kg braked tow limit and an official 7.5-7.8 L/100 km combined claim. LX offers the highest payload and lowest price; SX adds useful low-range 4WD; X-Pro justifies its premium with taller all-terrain tyres, greater clearance, Rock mode, a locking rear differential and protection. The large body needs space in town, and a new nameplate cannot yet prove long-term local resale. The rating is an evidence-led desk assessment of the exact 2026 range, not a road-test score.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Value 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Practicality 4.6/5 · 20%
4.6/5
Ownership 4.3/5 · 15%
4.3/5
Powertrain suitability 4.4/5 · 15%
4.4/5
Comfort & technology 4.1/5 · 10%
4.1/5

Evidence reviewed: Hagalu maintains the detailed source record internally so this page does not promote third-party vehicle websites.

How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

A fully specified current double-cab range with serious payload and towing numbers; choose grade by drivetrain and terrain need, not exterior trim alone.

LX is the rational 2WD work choice, SX brings versatile low-range 4WD and driver assistance, and X-Pro is the focused off-road derivative with the clearest hardware upgrade. The most defensible purchase is the least expensive grade that satisfies the actual drivetrain and payload brief. Colour coding is aesthetic. SX buys a real drivetrain step, and X-Pro buys measurable clearance, geometry, tyre and differential changes. That hierarchy makes the range understandable despite the six-name matrix.

What's Good
  • ✓Every derivative uses the current 154 kW/440 Nm diesel and eight-speed automatic.
  • ✓Published payload reaches 1,123 kg on LX, with a 3,500 kg braked towing limit across the range.
  • ✓SX and X-Pro have low range, while X-Pro adds an actual rear locking differential, all-terrain tyres and underbody protection.
Watch Out For
  • ✕At 5,410 mm long, the Tasman needs more parking and turning space than a family SUV.
  • ✕Payload drops from 1,123 kg on LX to 1,008 kg on the heavier 4WD grades.
  • ✕As a new South African nameplate, long-term resale and remote-area ownership patterns are not yet established.

KIA Tasman FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the KIA Tasman run from R679,995 to R1,004,999, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current South African range comprises 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab, 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Colour Coded, 2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab, 2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded, 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab, 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

Ground clearance differs across the KIA Tasman range: 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab, 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Colour Coded: 231 mm; 2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab, 2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded: 224 mm; 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab, 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded: 252 mm. Compare the exact derivative for steep driveways, gravel roads and uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the KIA Tasman is 2151 cc, with output shown as 154 kW (207 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the KIA Tasman range: 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab, 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab Colour Coded: 13.3 km/l; 2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab, 2.2D SX 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded, 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab, 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded: 12.8 km/l.

Work-and-lifestyle double-cab buyer who needs a published one-tonne-class payload, 3,500 kg braked towing, or the additional low-range and terrain hardware of SX/X-Pro. The best match is a buyer who can state the load, trailer, road surface and passenger requirement before choosing a grade. Rear-wheel-drive LX avoids paying for unused 4WD hardware. SX suits buyers who genuinely need selectable low range and terrain modes. X-Pro is justified by its locking differential, all-terrain tyres, protection and improved geometry, not merely its flagship position.

The 5.41-metre body and 6.17-6.25 m turning radius require space. The eight-speed automatic and parking aids reduce effort; SX/X-Pro add more assistance than LX. At urban speeds, the long wheelbase and rear overhang are more important than engine output. Drivers should test their actual garage, parking bay and turning space. Colour-coded fenders do not change manoeuvrability. Front and surround-view assistance varies by grade, so the equipment matrix should be checked rather than assuming every 4WD has every camera function.

The 154 kW/440 Nm diesel, eight-speed automatic and official 7.5-7.8 L/100 km claims suit long-distance work and towing. Trailer loading must remain within GVM, GCM and tow-ball limits. For towing, load the vehicle and trailer on a certified weighbridge and compare measured axle, vehicle and combined mass with the published limits. The eight-speed automatic and broad torque band support relaxed cruising, but speed, trailer frontal area, wind and gradients can raise consumption substantially above the official unladen comparison figure.

Buyers researching the KIA Tasman often compare it with rivals such as Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Dawn , Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Storm , Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab , Isuzu D-Max X-Rider , Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Dew . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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