The Kia Tasman has officially broken cover with a camouflage wrap. Revealed in an Australia-inspired design from artist Richard Boyd-Dunlop it is said to be influenced by the "untamed beauty of Australia’s diverse landscapes".
The Kia Tasman pick-up truck or ute, as the Aussies would have you call it, is Kia's latest entry into the world of commercial vehicles. The Tasman, however, is quite different from its more recent Kia PV5 announcement.
Although a global model, the Kia Tasman pick-up will initially be sold in Korea, Australia, Africa, and the Middle East. There's no official plans for a European version either, but the chances are that whatever power unit is installed for meet the demands of the Aussie ute owner, it won't be able to meet the strict EU emissions requirements.
“Our Tasman pickup truck embodies Kia’s commitment to design and innovation, as well as its spirit of adventure. Artist Richard Boyd-Dunlop crafted an exclusive camouflage design, with the support of the Kia design team, that depicts a journey and reflects an essence of adventure that is unique to the Tasman,” commented Karim Habib, Executive Vice President and Head of Kia Global Design.
Kia has also produced a short video showcasing the intricate design of the Tasman’s camouflage concept.
