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AutoExec Summary
Kia’s long-awaited ute, the Tasman, will debut with a 2.2-litre CRDi turbo-diesel engine, with a hybrid option to follow. Kia plans to build 120,000 to 130,000 Tasmans annually, targeting markets such as North America, Europe, and Australia. The ute will have a live rear axle, coil spring suspension, rear disc brakes, and a four-wheel drive system. It will match the Ranger with a towing capacity of 3500kg and feature a rear bumper with integrated side steps. Whether Kia will offer a high-performance version like the Ranger Raptor is unclear.
Brands mentioned: Kia, Sorento, Toyota, Ford, Volkswagen, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Nissan, Genesis.
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