At a glance
A new-generation Kia work ute with current single- and double-cab choices, high published payload and 3.5-tonne towing.
- Single and double cab; cab chassis and wellside
- Diesel powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
Available nowDiesel
NZ ute model guide
Kia Tasman
A new-generation Kia work ute with current single- and double-cab choices, high published payload and 3.5-tonne towing.
Current published starting point$43,690 + ORCPrices and capacities vary by body, grade, fitted accessories and delivery timing.
NZ status: Kia New Zealand publishes the MY26 Tasman range and specifications.
- Payload
- 1,013–1,365kg by configuration
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Power
- 154kW
- Torque
- 440Nm
Vehicle gallery
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Official imagery is shown for identification and editorial comparison. Exact New Zealand grade and equipment may differ.
Exact range
Choose the grade or configuration you mean
Family-wide maxima are useful for discovery. The exact body, powertrain and grade below are what matter for payload, towing, price and safety.
| Grade / configuration | Body | Powertrain | Transmission | Payload | Towing | GVM / GCM | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,124kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $47,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,025kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $52,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,025kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $58,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,025kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $62,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,027kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $69,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,013kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $79,690 + ORC | |
| Single Cab Chassis | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,365kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,160kg / 6,200kg | $43,690 + ORC | |
| Single Cab Chassis | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,345kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $48,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Chassis | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,185kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $51,690 + ORC | |
| Double Cab Chassis | Diesel | 8-speed automatic | 1,185kg maximum | 3,500kg braked | 3,250kg / 6,200kg | $57,690 + ORC |
Exact figures are shown only where the cited New Zealand source publishes them. “Not published” is kept explicit; values are not silently inherited from another body or powertrain.
Payload & Towing Reality Check
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Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
A new-generation Kia work ute with current single- and double-cab choices, high published payload and 3.5-tonne towing. This work-first guide separates verified New Zealand information from the questions that still need a written answer for the exact vehicle.
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 2.2L turbo-diesel
- Power
- 154kW
- Torque
- 440Nm
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Published economy
- 8.5–9.3L/100km 3P-WLTP converted by configuration
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Payload
- 1,013–1,365kg by configuration
- GVM
- 3,160–3,250kg by configuration
- GCM
- 6,200kg
- Cargo / tub
- Up to 1,212L VDA tub volume
- Driveline
- 2WD/4WD; grade dependent
- Safety
- 5-star ANCAP on listed TX/TXR/TXS configurations; Kia NZ lists X-Line and X-Pro as unrated
- Warranty
- 5 years / 150,000km, whichever occurs first
- Service / ownership
- Follow Kia's scheduled service plan and confirm commercial-use terms
Price & variants
$43,690 + ORCCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- Construction
- Towing
- Rural
- Mixed work
Payload & towing
- Payload
- 1,013–1,365kg by configuration
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
Powertrain
- Powertrain
- Diesel
- Engine / system
- 2.2L turbo-diesel
- Power
- 154kW
Best suited to
ConstructionTowingRuralMixed work
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideSpecification recordChecked 11 September 2026
Kia New Zealand Tasman ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
Additional verification recordsCurrent sources and qualifications
- Kia New Zealand Tasman range and specifications ↗Checked 11 September 2026 · Normal MY26 MRP is retained. Kia's Trade-in and Upgrade promotion ending 30 September 2026 is not treated as permanent vehicle pricing.
Warranty & ownership recordChecked 25 August 2026
Kia New Zealand warranty and roadside assist ↗. Programme conditions, commercial-use limits and time-limited offers can change; confirm eligibility in the written dealer offer.
Image recordKia New Zealand Tasman model page · verified 27 August 2026
Official manufacturer asset used with attribution for vehicle identification and editorial comparison; not licensed for third-party advertising.
Common questions
Kia Tasman NZ FAQs
Is the Kia Tasman available in New Zealand?+
Kia New Zealand publishes the MY26 Tasman range and specifications. This status was checked 11 September 2026; confirm current stock and order timing with the supplying dealer.
Is the Kia Tasman suitable for tradies?+
It can be if the exact body, payload, towing and accessory setup match the written work brief. The model name alone is not enough.
Can I request Kia Tasman offers?+
Yes. Add the model to your vehicle brief and allow alternatives if you want relevant dealers to explain another option. Response numbers vary with model, location, timing and participating coverage.