Kia Reviews

Kia Tasman 2026 review: X-Line
By Emily Agar · 19 Sep 2025
Kia’s all-new Tasman X-Line mixes comfort with capability, but is that enough to earn a place alongside Aussie favourites?
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Kia Tasman X-Pro 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 12 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman X-Pro 4x4 from $74,990, before on-road costs, is the off-road biased range-topper in the new ute series, chasing buyers who may otherwise go for a Ford Ranger Wildtrak or Isuzu D-Max Blade.
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Kia Tasman X-Line 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 10 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman X-Line is the luxury-focused flagship in the South Korean brand’s first one-tonne ute range, and in some ways represents the sweet spot.
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Kia Tasman SX+ 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 08 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman SX+ is the mid-grade version, and should appeal to buyers who want lots of features without paying too steep a price.
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Kia Tasman SX 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 06 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman SX is the second-from-the-bottom model in the South Korean maker’s first-ever one-tonne utility of this size sold in Australia.
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Kia Tasman S 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 04 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman S is the base version of the South Korean brand’s first-ever one-tonne utility.
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Kia Tasman 2026 review: Australian first drive
By Byron Mathioudakis · 01 Aug 2025
We finally know what the Kia Tasman is like on Australian roads. And Kia is playing a very smart game. Yes, the design is divisive, but it stands out. The cabin is vast and practical, yet also comfy, easy and beautiful. As a workhorse, this ute is right up there. And, with some reservations, this is an enjoyable drive. Willing and tough yet friendly and charming, Tasman is a terrific first effort.
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Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive vs Kia EV5 GT-Line 2026 comparison review
By Byron Mathioudakis · 04 Jul 2025
Since its mid-2022 launch, the Tesla Model Y has dominated EV sales, driven by affordable prices, easy charging and dynamic performance. But increased competition and image issues have seen rivals muscling in, like the Kia EV5. This is the EV normalised, with user-friendly operation, packaging and ownership benefits. With the much-improved Model Y facelift now here, what is the better family SUV?
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Kia Sorento 2025 review: GT-Line PHEV AWD
By Emily Agar · 27 Jun 2025
The plug-in hybrid market is slowly but surely gaining traction in Australia, and Kia has thrown its hat into the ring with the flagship Sorento GT-Line PHEV AWD.
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Kia Sportage GT-Line 2025 review: snapshot
By Andrew Chesterton · 21 Jun 2025
The GT-Line sits atop the Sportage tree, above the S, SX and SX+ grades, with the flagship grade getting the best of the comfort and safety equipment.
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