2025 Kia Tasman pricing: how does it compare with rivals like the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux?

Kia Australia has fired its first official salvo in the dual-cab ute wars, revealing the all-important price of the upcoming Tasman ute.

Due in Australia from July, the five-model Tasman range will open at $42,990 plus on-road costs for the base 4x2 S grade. Cab chassis and single-cab versions of the Tasman are expected to pare the entry price back further when they land later in the year.

At that money, the entry-level Tasman finds itself in the same realm as the most affordable Ford Ranger XL 4x2 double cab (from $42,990 plus ORCs) and the Toyota HiLux Workmate Hi-Rider 4x2 double cab ($44,820 plus ORCs) variants – the sales darlings of the segment.

A 4x4 version of the same Tasman S entry grade adds a $7000 premium.

At the same time, the cheapest Tasman is more expensive than alternative campaigners including the Ssangyong Musso ELX 4x4 ($40,000 drive away), GWM Cannon Lux 4x4 ($41,490 drive away), LDV T60 Max Pro ($45,253 drive away) and Jac 9 Oasis 4x4 ($46,329 drive away).

From the most affordable two-wheel drive S, the Kia Tasman line-up then moves through 4x4 S ($49,990), SX 4x4 ($54,490), 4x4 SX+ ($62,390) and 4x4 X-Line ($67,990) grades.

All variants employ the same 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine outputting 154kW/440Nm, matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Irrespective of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, Kia claims a braked tow capacity of 3500kg (with an integrated brake controller) and a standard payload rating between 1013kg and 1124kg.

Finally, at the top of the Tasman line-up resides the X-Pro: at $74,990 plus on-road costs, it comes in dearer than the sought-after Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 ($74,840 plus ORCs) and the Toyota HiLux GR Sport ($74,310 plus ORCs).

Standard equipment across the Tasman range comprises dual 12.3-inch interior screens, LED headlights, dual-zone climate control and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Safety is expected to be likewise strong, thanks to standard inclusion of autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, lane-centre assist, trailer sway control and a reversing camera across all models.

Furthermore, Kia claims several segment firsts, like sliding and reclining rear seats, a folding console table and dual wireless phone chargers.

As with all Kia models in Australia, the Tasman will be backed by a seven-year/unlimited kilometre warranty. 

How much does the 2025 Kia Tasman cost? 

• Tasman S 4x2 dual-cab pick-up – $42,990
• Tasman S 4x4 dual-cab pick-up – $49,990
• Tasman SX 4x4 dual-cab pick-up – $54,490
• Tasman SX+ 4x4 dual-cab pick-up – $62,390
• Tasman X-Line 4x4 dual-cab pick-up – $67,990
• Tasman X-Pro 4x4 dual-cab pick-up – $74,990

*Prices exclude on-road costs