Family values: Why Hyundai and Kia have evolved different design philosophies - and what it means for your next car

Family values: Why Hyundai and Kia have evolved different design philosophies - and what it means for your next car

29 Apr 2025 by Stephen Ottley

In Taylor Swift terms, Hyundai has entered its Fearless Era as it explores bold new design themes that are a major departure from its past.In stark contrast to its humble beginnings, Hyundai is ...Read more
Kia Tasman SUV in the works? Ute-based seven-seat off-road wagon could be a match for Ford Everest, Isuzu MU-X and even Toyota Prado!

Kia Tasman SUV in the works? Ute-based seven-seat off-road wagon could be a match for Ford Everest, Isuzu MU-X and even Toyota Prado!

28 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

If any publicity is good publicity, Kia Australia must be rapt with the public’s response to the Tasman ute. ...Read more
Trade in the SUV, it's people mover time! How the Kia Carnival made the people mover cool and why Chinese brands BYD, XPeng and Zeekr will take it further | Opinion

Trade in the SUV, it's people mover time! How the Kia Carnival made the people mover cool and why Chinese brands BYD, XPeng and Zeekr will take it further | Opinion

27 Apr 2025 by Laura Berry

People movers were never cool in Australia, but that’s changing as our evolving tastes take us out of SUVs and into little buses. ...Read more
2025 Kia Tasman price and specs comparison: How does the bold new ute shape up against the popular Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max? 

2025 Kia Tasman price and specs comparison: How does the bold new ute shape up against the popular Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max? 

25 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Kia Australia has some big expectations for its incoming Tasman ute. Most notable is the brand's aim of off-loading 20,000 units in its first full year, the equivalent to one quarter of the Tasman’s ...Read more
'You have to be kidding?': Forums blow up after 2025 Kia Tasman price confirmed

'You have to be kidding?': Forums blow up after 2025 Kia Tasman price confirmed

22 Apr 2025 by Laura Berry

Kia’s recent pricing announcement for its Tasman ute has caused the internet to explode, with many enthusiasts and prospective buyers weighing in on the debate about whether or not the newcomer ...Read more
Australia is make-or-break for the 2025 Kia Tasman ute as it looks to take on Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max utes | Analysis

Australia is make-or-break for the 2025 Kia Tasman ute as it looks to take on Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max utes | Analysis

21 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

We already know Australians love a dual-cab ute. The likes of the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux are constantly battling for the top rung on the new-car sales ladder.So when Kia announced it would ...Read more
Two-speed 2026 Toyota HiLux strategy revealed as Australia's former best-seller is set to encircle Ford Ranger, BYD Shark 6, GWM Cannon Alpha and other hybrid utes

Two-speed 2026 Toyota HiLux strategy revealed as Australia's former best-seller is set to encircle Ford Ranger, BYD Shark 6, GWM Cannon Alpha and other hybrid utes

19 Apr 2025 by Byron Mathioudakis

Is Toyota preparing two completely different utes to replace the ageing current HiLux in Australia from next year? The first is the widely-speculated but as-yet publicly unconfirmed facelift of today ...Read more
CONFIRMED! 2025 Kia Tasman ute pricing and official on-sale date revealed for full ute range as diesel dual-cab squares up against Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and BYD Shark 6

CONFIRMED! 2025 Kia Tasman ute pricing and official on-sale date revealed for full ute range as diesel dual-cab squares up against Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger and BYD Shark 6

17 Apr 2025 by Andrew Chesterton

Kia has confirmed pricing for the Tasman Dual-Cab ute range, with a vast price spread that spans $42,990 before on-road costs for the entry-level S to $74,990 for the flagship X-Pro, ahead of the ute ...Read more
2026 Ford Ranger to evolve, expand: what's next for Australia's best-seller as it fends off the facelifted Toyota HiLux, Kia Tasman, next-gen Nissan Navara and MG U9 ute

2026 Ford Ranger to evolve, expand: what's next for Australia's best-seller as it fends off the facelifted Toyota HiLux, Kia Tasman, next-gen Nissan Navara and MG U9 ute

13 Apr 2025 by Byron Mathioudakis

The Ford Ranger is undergoing an evolution that will see Australia’s best-selling vehicle grow in size as well as scope, as it fends off the coming Toyota HiLux facelift and all-new rivals like ...Read more
Why Kia's seven-year warranty won't increase: Will the brand be left behind as rivals like MG, Nissan, Mitsubishi and even Hyundai overtake it?

Why Kia's seven-year warranty won't increase: Will the brand be left behind as rivals like MG, Nissan, Mitsubishi and even Hyundai overtake it?

11 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

The days of five-year warranties being competitive for mainstream brands are behind us, let alone the three-year warranties some brands persist with.Pioneered by Kia’s seven-year warranty a decade ...Read more
Kia's new hybrid tech to challenge the likes of the 2025 Nissan Qashqai e-Power, Leapmotor C10 and Deepal S05

Kia's new hybrid tech to challenge the likes of the 2025 Nissan Qashqai e-Power, Leapmotor C10 and Deepal S05

10 Apr 2025 by James Cleary

More Kia hybrids on the way! Read more
Electric Kia Tasman ute sibling confirmed! 2030 arrival expected for incoming electric Isuzu D-Max, LDV eTerron 9 and JAC T9 Hunter rivals

Electric Kia Tasman ute sibling confirmed! 2030 arrival expected for incoming electric Isuzu D-Max, LDV eTerron 9 and JAC T9 Hunter rivals

10 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

In its CEO Investor Day report this week, Kia has confirmed its plans to introduce an electric ute to join the Tasman. Read more
Toyota was right: Australia's best-selling diesel dual-cab utes have a big China problem 

Toyota was right: Australia's best-selling diesel dual-cab utes have a big China problem 

6 Apr 2025 by Andrew Chesterton

The Ford Ranger might have found itself back on top of Australia’s sales charts in March, but a dig into the numbers reveal cracks in the sales ambitions of the Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D ...Read more
The 2025 Kia Tasman ute is so ugly it's beautiful and like the Porsche 911, Jaguar E-Type and Land Rover Defender that could help make it an icon | Opinion

The 2025 Kia Tasman ute is so ugly it's beautiful and like the Porsche 911, Jaguar E-Type and Land Rover Defender that could help make it an icon | Opinion

6 Apr 2025 by Laura Berry

The Kia Tasman ute hasn’t even arrived yet, but the outcry over its looks has been huge, with people saying it’s not just the ugliest car they have ever seen but the ugliest thing they ...Read more
Cracking the top three? Kia poised for a podium sales spot as it races with Ford and Mazda to join Toyota as a top three brand in Australia

Cracking the top three? Kia poised for a podium sales spot as it races with Ford and Mazda to join Toyota as a top three brand in Australia

5 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

Will Kia finish on the podium in the 2025 sales charts? Read more
Kia's new Ford Ranger Raptor rival? 2025 Kia Tasman Concept reveals beefed-up version of brand new ute, poised to take on Toyota HiLux Rogue and Nissan Navara Pro 4X

Kia's new Ford Ranger Raptor rival? 2025 Kia Tasman Concept reveals beefed-up version of brand new ute, poised to take on Toyota HiLux Rogue and Nissan Navara Pro 4X

4 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Kia has shown off a more rugged concept version of its incoming Kia Tasman ute at the Seoul Mobility Show in South Korea. Read more
'Get it right as a ute': Here's what needs to happen for a Kia Tasman SUV to be built and take aim at the Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X according to Australian executives

'Get it right as a ute': Here's what needs to happen for a Kia Tasman SUV to be built and take aim at the Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X according to Australian executives

3 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

Kia Tasman SUV on the cards, but not currently in the pipeline. Read more
Range-wide price tweaks for some of Kia's most popular models, including the 2025 Kia Sorento, Stonic, Seltos SUVs and Picanto city-sized hatchback

Range-wide price tweaks for some of Kia's most popular models, including the 2025 Kia Sorento, Stonic, Seltos SUVs and Picanto city-sized hatchback

2 Apr 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Kia has announced modest price increases for some of its most popular cars, ranging from $100 to $200 depending on the model.For 2025, the Kia Picanto will remain Australia’s most affordable car, ...Read more
Much better looking! New image of Kia Tasman ute surfaces ahead of Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux rival's launch

Much better looking! New image of Kia Tasman ute surfaces ahead of Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux rival's launch

1 Apr 2025 by Laura Berry

An image has surfaced of Kia’s Tasman sporting a cosmetic change that many say makes a big difference to the look of the ute ahead of its Aussie launch. ...Read more
No more petrol or diesel? 2026 Kia Sportage to go hybrid-only for next generation to better rival Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5: report

No more petrol or diesel? 2026 Kia Sportage to go hybrid-only for next generation to better rival Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5: report

26 Mar 2025 by Laura Berry

Kia will no longer offer purely petrol and diesel engines in its Sportage range as the brand alters the line-up to be hybrid-only, a new report reveals. Read more
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