According to the latest rumors, KIA is preparing a new midsize truck that will be available globally. It will come with the nameplate Mohave, and it will be available at the end of 2024.
The 2025 KIA Mohave Pickup Truck will feature a futuristic exterior and minimalist interior. It will come with a powerful and reliable powertrain. Also, it will come equipped with all modern safety and technology features. Also, we expect to see a model with a hybrid powertrain that will have impressive fuel economy in the city.
The new Kia Mohave will also have impressive performance and working capabilities.
In the USA market, the KIA Mohave will meet fierce competition with trucks that were established in this market a long time ago. Some of them will be the Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, and Jeep Gladiator. But in some other markets, it can be a unique offering, especially if it comes as an electric model, as some rumors suggest.
2025 KIA Mohave Pickup Truck Specifications
The 2025 Kia Mohave Pickup Truck will be available with a range of powertrains. Depending on the market, it will be offered. With a diesel engine, gasoline, a hybrid, and even some rumors, it will be available as a fully electric model.
The diesel variant will be a 2.2-liter turbodiesel. This mill will be able to produce 200 horsepower with 310 pound-feet of torque. This powertrain will be paired with a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic gearbox.
The gasoline model will have a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-four engine. It will produce roughly 300 horsepower with 280 pound-feet of torque. This mill will be paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and it will come with rear-wheel drive as a standard.
The hybrid powertrain will come with a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine that will be combined with an electric motor. Combined, they will produce up to 280 horsepower and up to 320 pounds of torque. This model will have a unique 10-speed automatic engine and all-wheel drive.
All the models we mention will have a maximum towing capacity of up to 7500 pounds. And 1500 pounds for the maximum payload.
2025 KIA Mohave Pickup Truck Electric
The 2025 Kia Mohave pickup truck should also be available with a fully electric powertrain. It should share the same platform as a KIA EV9. But it will be additionally modified to achieve better working capabilities than the EV9. The upcoming KIA electric pickup truck will be based on an 800-volt architecture that will allow impressive charging speed and class-leading mileage.
Also, it will be powerful enough to handle any task the driver throws at it. Some of the main specifications will be A powertrain that is able to produce up to 400 horsepower with 370 pounds of torque. All-wheel drive and 10-speed automatic transmission. Solid offroad performance. And impressive towing and payload capacity. The maximum towing rate will be 6200 pounds, and the maximum carrying capacity will be 1550 pounds.
Also, not just changes will happen under the hood. We expect huge design changes on the exterior and interior of this model. The exterior will get an updated front fascia that will allow this truck to have lower air resistance. Headlights will receive a more aggressive and futuristic look. And we expect to see a few more noticeable changes on the exterior. One of which will definitely be a new rim design.
2025 KIA Mohave Pickup Truck Interior
The interior of the 2025 Kia Mohave Pickup Truck will be a mix of minimalistic approaches with plenty of space, safety, and tech features. It will come with comfortable leather seats that will offer good lumbar support for longer journeys. Also, seats will get a heating option and even a venting option in higher-end trims. The center of the show will have two big screens on the center console. They will be accommodated with a driver’s display. The main display will be 14 inches, and the bottom one will be 9 inches. Both of them will feature touchscreen capability, and they will offer impressive resolution and picture quality.
As we mentioned before, the 2025 Kia Mohave Pickup Truck will come with the latest safety features. Like lane-keeping assistance, pedestrian warning, automatic braking, sign reorganization, and much more.
Price and Release Date
The initial cost and release date for the 2025 Kia Mohave Pickup Truck remain undisclosed at this time. However, it is our speculation that the Kia truck will likely become available at dealerships at the end of 2024. As for the starting price, we anticipate that this mid-size SUV will become the most budget-friendly option in its category in the United States, with an estimated initial cost of approximately $37,000. The sport variant and the most well-equipped configurations are expected to be priced around $45,000, while the top-tier premium trim levels may reach a maximum of $61,000.
The electric model should start at $45.000 and go up to $63.000 for top-tier trims with a maximum-range battery pack.
We hope that the 2025 Kia Mohave Pickup Truck will achieve strong sales in America due to its well-chosen powertrain. Futuristic design that will be combined with plenty of reliable and powerful engine options.
