Kia Tasman Conquers the Infamous Beer O'Clock Hill – A New Era for Aussie Utes

Tynan Kia Sutherland is proud to present the all-new Kia Tasman – a powerful, capable, and confidently Australian ute that has already proven its worth before even hitting customer driveways.

In a stunning feat of off-road performance, the Kia Tasman X-Pro has successfully tackled one of Australia’s toughest off-road challenges: Beer O’Clock Hill in Queensland. This daunting climb at The Springs 4x4 Adventure Park has defeated competitors like the BYD Shark 6, and even gave other top-tier utes multiple attempts to make it to the summit.

Kia Tasman: First Attempt, First Success

Unlike other vehicles that struggled to summit the steep, rocky incline, the Kia Tasman X-Pro made it up Beer O’Clock Hill on its very first attempt. Its only modification? A set of Mickey Thompson Boss all-terrain tyres.

Despite being equipped with only a rear differential lock – compared to competitors like the GWM Cannon Alpha which features both front and rear locks – the Tasman relied on its advanced traction control software and Rock mode to overcome the odds.

“For a rear-locked-only vehicle to get up this hill is just incredible,” said Lucas Bree, owner of the off-road park, who tested the vehicle for his Team Bree Offroad YouTube channel.

Engineered for Australian Conditions

The Tasman’s design and engineering clearly reflect Kia’s focus on Australian terrain and buyer expectations. Ground clearance proved excellent, with minimal underbody scuffing even after the tough climb – a sign of the Tasman's robust off-road credentials.

Although the climb wasn’t completely smooth – with a minor engine shutoff and an awkward gear upshift – these are pre-production issues that Kia is expected to resolve before full-scale customer deliveries begin. And even with those hiccups, the vehicle displayed outstanding control, traction, and stability.

“The car doesn’t feel super unstable or anything like that… I feel confident in the car,” Bree added.

Tasman X-Pro: The Flagship Ute Arrives at Tynan Kia Sutherland

Available now at Tynan Kia Sutherland, the Kia Tasman X-Pro is the top-tier variant in Kia’s first-ever dual-cab ute lineup. Priced from $74,990 plus on-road costs, the X-Pro builds on the X-Line model with:

• 17-inch black alloy wheels on all-terrain tyres
• X-Trek and Rock drive modes
• Underbody fuel-tank protection
• Off-road metrics on the touchscreen display
• Electronically selectable rear differential lock

This vehicle is not just about tackling extreme climbs – it's designed to be a practical, comfortable and technology-rich ute for Australian lifestyles, from worksite commutes to weekend off-road adventures.

Test Drive the Kia Tasman Today at Tynan Kia Sutherland

If you're in the market for a new dual-cab ute that blends toughness, technology and trail-tested performance, the Kia Tasman is ready to impress. With local testing, off-road credentials, and Kia’s renowned reliability, this is a ute built for Australians – by a brand that’s listening to them.

👉 Visit Tynan Kia Sutherland to book your test drive today and experience the Tasman difference for yourself.

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Credit: Drive.com.au