2023 Kia Mohave Video Shows Us The Tough SUV The US Can’t Have
When you want a Kia SUV that can go off-roading, you have to choose between the Sorento and the Telluride in the US. These two differ in size but unfortunately, both of them come with unibody construction, which isn’t exactly ideal for tough situations. For the more traditional crowd, body-on-frame SUVs are still the weapon of choice.
But did you know that Kia once sold a body-on-frame SUV in the US in the name of the Borrego? It was pulled off the market in 2010 due to poor sales, never to return again. In Korea, however, it soldiered on as the 2023 Kia Mohave.
Gallery: 2023 Kia Mohave
Now on its second facelift based on the Masterpiece Concept from 2019, the Kia Mohave still uses the same old platform as the Borrego’s, though heavily updated for the modern times. It’s currently being sold in South Korea, and this video from Asian Petrolhead gives us a preview of what the US has been missing in the supposed tough SUV.
The Kia Mohave is slightly bigger than the Sorento but smaller than the Telluride, hence the limited yet adequate cabin space as explained by the 6’2″ presenter of the video above. The ride height’s taller, as well, which is expected since it rides on a ladder-frame chassis.
The Bigger American Counterpart:
Another feature that we’re missing is the Mohave’s turbodiesel V6 that’s good for 253 horsepower (189 kilowatts) and 413 pound-feet (560 Newton-meters) of torque. This oil-burner is equipped with a new device to reduce emissions due to regulations in Korea. Moreover, a rear-biased, all-wheel-drive system is also available as an option in Korea, paired with terrain modes. This makes this SUV ready for various terrains, something that off-roaders will definitely appreciate.
For pricing, the 2023 Kia Mohave starts at $41,100 (at current exchange rates) and ceilings to nearly $49,000 for the range-topping Mohave Gravity.
Source: Asian Petrolhead via YouTube
KIA Car Price USA, New KIA Cars 2023
KIA Motors, a South Korean automobile manufacturer, received a tremendous response from USA’s customers, making KIA one of the fastest-growing car brands in USA. KIA currently offers four cars in USA — the KIA Seltos, KIA Sonet, KIA Carnival, and the KIA Stinger. Let’s take a closer look at each of these cars.
The KIA Seltos is a mid-size SUV that comes in both petrol and diesel variants. It has a stylish design with a bold front grille, LED headlamps, and fog lamps. The car’s interiors are spacious and feature-loaded, with a large touchscreen infotainment system, air purifier, and wireless charging. The car also comes with advanced safety features like six airbags, ABS with EBD, and hill start assist.
The KIA Sonet, launched in September 2020, is a compact SUV that competes with the likes of Maruti Vitara Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Tata Nexon. The car comes with three engine options — a 1.2-liter petrol, a 1.0-liter turbo petrol, and a 1.5-liter diesel engine. The car’s design is modern and sporty, with LED headlamps, DRLs, and tail lamps. The interiors are similar to the Seltos, with a large touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features like six airbags, ABS with EBD, and ESC.
The KIA Carnival, launched in February 2020, is a premium MPV that offers seating for up to 9 passengers. The car is powered by a 2.2-liter diesel engine that produces 197 bhp and 440 Nm of torque. The car’s design is luxurious, with a chrome grille, LED headlamps, and alloy wheels. The interiors are spacious and feature-rich, with a large touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, and a panoramic sunroof. The car also comes with advanced safety features like six airbags, ABS with EBD, and ESC.
The KIA Stinger is a premium sports sedan that is expected to be launched in USA soon. The car is powered by a 3.3-liter V6 petrol engine that produces 365 bhp and 510 Nm of torque. The car’s design is bold and sporty, with a large grille, sleek LED headlamps, and a low-slung profile. The interiors are luxurious and sporty, with a large touchscreen infotainment system, premium leather seats, and a heads-up display. The car is expected to come with advanced safety features like multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, and traction control.
All in all, KIA has made a strong impact on the USA’s car market with its stylish and feature-loaded cars. The brand has quickly gained popularity among USA’s customers, and with their expanding product lineup, KIA is poised to become a major player in the USA’s automobile industry.
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Kia Mojave Pick-Up Truck!
Here at theKEEA.com we have promised you to bring some fresh news about the new Kia pick-up truck.
And it didn’t take long for us to obtain some additional information and a couple of high quality images of the beautiful Kia Mojave pick-up.
Although only available in the concept form as for now, this Kia truck’s their first-ever model in this segment.
Kia Mohave AWD truck
Lately, Kia has rapidly expanded its product line-up in the USA. They have entered into several new segments, including the midsize SUV, large sedan and minivan categories.
At the Chicago International Auto Show, though, the fastest-growing Korean car company held a world premiere for something entirely different.
They launched a pick-up truck concept named the KCV-4 or Mojave.
Kia’s first ever pick-up truck to hit the U.S. soil (release date not known at this point) is exclusively designed to meet the needs and tastes of North American consumers.
The Mojave pick-up was penned at the Kia research & design Center in NamYang, South Korea, under the direction of Lee Jae-Rim, Designer and Senior Research Engineer.
Mohave pick-up concept specs
At 130 inches, the Mojave’s wheelbase is considerably longer than the Kia Sorento platform on which it is based.
The concept truck features a 3,8L V6 engine generating an estimated 280 horsepower, coupled with a 5-speed automatic transmission.
The Mojave uses power-assisted rack and pinion steering that was engineered to be capable of working with a hydraulically-controlled rear steering system that would provide maximum maneuverability while parking (counter-steer), and additional stability during lane changes or in heavy cross winds on the highway (same-phase steer).
The final piece of the handling equation is an aggressive tire and wheel package that includes 20-inch sport tires and machine-finished wheels.
Pictures of Kia pick-up truck concept
Kia pick-up release date
Due to the fact that Kia motors America doesn’t have a suitable manufacturing location to build a truck for North America, there are no production plans at this time!
(NEWS update)
Rumors about a Kia pick-up truck coming to the US-market as early as in 2022 or 2023 surface on to the web. Exciting times ahead!