ARB Gives the Kia Tasman a Bold Makeover for the Aussie Outdoors
Alright, let’s talk about the Kia Tasman – a ute that’s been causing quite a stir since even before it hit the roads. From the get-go, its styling had people talking – and not necessarily in a good way. A lot of folks felt it didn’t quite measure up to Australia’s dual-cab aesthetic. Even with Kia trying to soften the edges with body-coloured wheel arches, the Tasman stood out – and not always for the right reasons.
But now, enter ARB – the Aussie off-road gear legends. They've just dropped a bunch of design renders showing what the Tasman could really be capable of, and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. These aren’t just your average bolt-ons – they’re a vision of what the Tasman could be when it’s ready to hit the bush, the beach, or anywhere in between.
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In the renders, we see the Tasman dressed up in true rugged style. Think two-post bullbars with integrated driving lights and proper recovery points – no more worrying about getting stuck in the middle of nowhere. There are side steps that double as rock sliders, protecting those door sills from rough terrain. One version even features a more compact nudge bar with a bash plate – still tough, but a bit more subtle.
But ARB didn’t stop at the front end. Around the back, the standard tub is gone in favor of a few impressive alternatives. From half-tray setups with storage units to full-size canopies with a mounted spare, they’re showing how the Tasman can be transformed into a proper overlander. One variant even gets a sleek hard lid for added gear storage and utility.
Kia’s own lineup of accessories is still largely under wraps, but what we saw at the Seoul Motor Show with the Weekender concept was promising – lifted suspension, chunky bumpers, off-road tyres, and a load of camping gear. It’s clear Kia wants to appeal to adventure-seekers, but ARB is already showing them how it’s really done.
With the official Tasman launch just around the corner in July, all eyes are now on what will actually be available straight from the showroom versus what you’ll have to turn to companies like ARB to get. Either way, it’s exciting to see the Tasman take on a new shape – one that’s starting to look more at home in the Aussie outback.
Whether you're team "it looks better now" or still not sold on the design, there’s no denying that ARB’s tough-as-nails vision has given the Tasman a whole new lease on life.
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