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KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab

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 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab costs R679,995, uses the range's 154 kW/440 Nm diesel and eight-speed automatic, and publishes a 1,123 kg payload with rear-wheel drive.
ZAR 679,995
On-road in
ZAR 699,154
Ex-showroom ZAR 679,995
Estimated finance from ZAR 11,986/month 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:231mm (9.1″) Power:154kW (207 bhp) Boot1212L (42.8 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 13.3 km/l (31 mpg)
City 10.8 km/l (25 mpg)
Highway 15.6 km/l (37 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 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab 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. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

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KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab

The 2026 Kia Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab costs R679,995, uses the range's 154 kW/440 Nm diesel and eight-speed automatic, and publishes a 1,123 kg payload with rear-wheel drive.

The 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab is a current 2026 South African Tasman derivative priced at R679,995. Its 2,151 cc common-rail turbodiesel produces 154 kW at 3,800 rpm and 440 Nm from 1,750-2,750 rpm, driving through an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. The official combined fuel-consumption claim is 7.5 L/100 km. Kia publishes a 1,123 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked towing limit, and 231 mm unladen ground clearance for this grade. Its derivative position is defined by 265/65 R17 road tyres and the 8-inch display. The five-seat double cab is 5,410 mm long, 1,930 mm wide and has a 3,270 mm wheelbase. This version best suits work and towing on sealed roads. It carries a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and six-year/90,000 km service plan. Its current 154 kW, 440 Nm and 7.5 L/100 km data supersede stale pre-launch values. Rear-wheel drive avoids the cost and mass of a transfer case where the vehicle will remain on sealed roads or maintained sites. It has no low range, so buyers expecting repeated loose-surface climbs should choose a 4WD grade rather than treating traction control as equivalent hardware. Kia publishes approach, breakover and departure angles of 28.9/23.7/25.0 degrees for this grade, plus an 800 mm maximum wading figure. The 231 mm ground-clearance number is the default OEM measurement; no separate fully occupied figure is published. The load box measures 1,573 x 1,600 mm and holds 1,212 litres by Kia's VDA method. Payload is 1,123 kg, but that is not cargo alone: passengers, dealer accessories, tow-ball download and anything carried in the cabin or bed all consume it. The 3,500 kg braked tow rating must be reconciled with the 6,200 kg gross combined mass and axle limits. A certified weighbridge check is more reliable than estimating a loaded touring or work setup. At R679,995, the vehicle includes a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and six-year/90,000 km service plan. Compare any promoted repayment with the retail price by checking deposit, term, interest, fees and balloon/residual. For fleet use, also price the exact tyre size, insurance, accessories and servicing after 90,000 km.

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
1930 mm
Wheelbase
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
231 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1212 l
Kerb Weight
2178 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3240 kg
Payload Capacity
1123 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.17 m
Front Headroom
1044 mm
Rear Headroom
1004 mm
Front Legroom
1052 mm
Rear Legroom
915 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

Double-cab buyer prioritising work and towing on sealed roads, a published 3,500 kg braked tow rating and the exact payload of this derivative. The correct buyer can describe a recurring need for work and towing on sealed roads. They should know the heaviest expected payload, trailer mass, number of occupants and roughest normal route. If those needs do not require this grade's hardware, a lower derivative may be financially smarter; if they exceed it, styling or a colour package cannot close the capability gap.

City
Its 5,410 mm length and large turning radius demand space; the automatic gearbox, sensors and camera help with routine manoeuvres. The 5,410 mm length, 3,270 mm wheelbase and 1,285 mm rear overhang require deliberate parking. Check home and workplace bays before purchase. The camera and parking aids help, but they cannot shorten the vehicle. Empty-bed rear ride and tyre choice should also be considered during a test drive on the buyer's normal roads.
Highway
The 154 kW/440 Nm diesel, eight-speed automatic and 7.5 L/100 km official combined claim suit long-distance work and towing within GVM/GCM limits. The eight-speed automatic can keep the 440 Nm diesel in its useful band, while trailer size, wind and load will determine real consumption. Before towing, verify coupling, tow-ball download, tyre pressures, trailer brakes and mass limits. The official combined figure describes an unladen test cycle, not a fully loaded towing result.
Off-Road
This derivative has rear-wheel drive, 231 mm unladen clearance and an 800 mm published wading limit. Water depth, flow, surface and vehicle preparation still govern safe use. The practical off-road package is 265/65 R17 road tyres and the 8-inch display. The 800 mm figure assumes controlled conditions; never use it as a target in flowing or opaque water. Inspect entry and exit, use a spotter where sight lines disappear, and plan rated recovery points and equipment before remote travel.
4.3/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.3 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12

KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab — Should You Buy It?

4.3/5
2026 Kia Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab review
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12

The 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab is a current, clearly positioned Tasman at R679,995. Its 154 kW/440 Nm diesel, eight-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive, 1,123 kg payload and 7.5 L/100 km official combined claim are exact South African figures. 265/65 r17 road tyres and the 8-inch display explain the grade's role. A 3,500 kg braked tow limit and six-year/90,000 km service plan strengthen ownership value, while the large body and still-unproven long-term local resale are cautions. The rating assesses verified specification, price and buyer suitability; it is not a road-test claim and does not import an overseas trim.

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 4.0/5 · 20%
4.0/5
Value 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
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 3.8/5 · 10%
3.8/5

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

The current Tasman derivative for work and towing on sealed roads, with a 1,123 kg published payload.

At R679,995, this grade combines the common 154 kW/440 Nm drivetrain with 265/65 R17 road tyres and the 8-inch display; choose it for that exact hardware, not for a stale pre-launch specification. This derivative is justified by work and towing on sealed roads. Its shared engine does not make it interchangeable with every Tasman: payload, drive system, geometry, tyres and assistance vary, while a colour-coded counterpart changes appearance rather than mechanical ability.

What's Good
  • ✓Current 154 kW/440 Nm diesel and eight-speed automatic.
  • ✓Published 1,123 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity.
  • ✓Grade-specific hardware supports work and towing on sealed roads.
Watch Out For
  • ✕The 5,410 mm body needs generous parking and turning space.
  • ✕Payload, accessories, passengers and tow-ball mass must be considered together.
  • ✕Long-term South African resale data for the new nameplate is not yet established.

KIA Tasman FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab is R679,995. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

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.

The listed ground clearance for the KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab is 231 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab 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.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the KIA Tasman 2.2D LX 2WD Double Cab is around 13.3 km/l.

Double-cab buyer prioritising work and towing on sealed roads, a published 3,500 kg braked tow rating and the exact payload of this derivative. The correct buyer can describe a recurring need for work and towing on sealed roads. They should know the heaviest expected payload, trailer mass, number of occupants and roughest normal route. If those needs do not require this grade's hardware, a lower derivative may be financially smarter; if they exceed it, styling or a colour package cannot close the capability gap.

Its 5,410 mm length and large turning radius demand space; the automatic gearbox, sensors and camera help with routine manoeuvres. The 5,410 mm length, 3,270 mm wheelbase and 1,285 mm rear overhang require deliberate parking. Check home and workplace bays before purchase. The camera and parking aids help, but they cannot shorten the vehicle. Empty-bed rear ride and tyre choice should also be considered during a test drive on the buyer's normal roads.

The 154 kW/440 Nm diesel, eight-speed automatic and 7.5 L/100 km official combined claim suit long-distance work and towing within GVM/GCM limits. The eight-speed automatic can keep the 440 Nm diesel in its useful band, while trailer size, wind and load will determine real consumption. Before towing, verify coupling, tow-ball download, tyre pressures, trailer brakes and mass limits. The official combined figure describes an unladen test cycle, not a fully loaded towing result.

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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