Kia Mohave

The Kia Mohave is a full-size SUV made by the South Korean company Kia. It was first introduced in 2008 and is sold in various countries around the world. In some markets like North America and China, it is called the Kia Borrego.

Kia Mohave
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Also calledKia Borrego (North America and China)
Production2008–2024
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
  • Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
  • Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
ChassisBody-on-frame

First Generation (2008–2019)

First generation
Overview
Model codeHM
Production2008–2019
Model years2009–2010 (North America)
Assembly
  • South Korea: Hwaseong (Autoland Hwasung)
  • Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)[1]
  • Kazakhstan: Ust-Kamenogorsk[2]
  • Ukraine: Chornomorsk (UkrAuto)[3]
DesignerPeter Schreyer
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 3.8 L Lambda II MPi V6
  • 4.6 L Tau MPi V8
  • Diesel:
  • 3.0 L S CRDi V6
  • 3.0 L S II CRDi V6
Transmission
  • 5-speed A5SR2 automatic
  • 6-speed ZF 6HP 26 automatic
  • 8-speed A8TR1 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,895 mm (114.0 in)
Length4,880 mm (192.1 in)
4,935 mm (194.3 in) (facelift)
Width1,915 mm (75.4 in)
Height1,765 mm (69.5 in)
1,810 mm (71.3 in) (facelift)
Curb weight1,965–2,305 kg (4,332–5,082 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorKia Telluride (For some markets)

The first generation of the Kia Mohave, known by the model code HM, was produced from 2008 to 2019. It featured a body-on-frame construction, The first generation was offered with various engine options, including a 3.8L V6 and a 4.6L V8, along with a 3.0L diesel engine.

In the United States, the Kia Borrego was available in several trims, including the LX, EX, and Limited models, with optional features like leather seats, a sunroof, and a navigation system. The first generation was discontinued in the U.S. due to poor sales, the Mohave was later facelifted in 2016.[4] and continued to be sold in other markets until 2019.

Second Generation (2019–2024)

Second generation
Overview
Model codeHM2
Production2019–2024
Assembly
  • South Korea: Hwasung Plant, Hwasung
  • Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,895 mm (114.0 in)
Length4,930 mm (194.1 in)
Width1,920 mm (75.6 in)
Height1,790 mm (70.5 in)
Curb weight2,250–2,305 kg (4,960–5,082 lb)

The second generation of the Kia Mohave, model code HM2, was launched in 2019 as a 2020 model.[5] It features an updated design and improved technology. The vehicle is still built on a body-on-frame chassis, but with improvements The second generation offers new features like a redesigned interior, full-LED headlights, and multiple driving modes, including Eco and Sport modes. It is powered by updated diesel engines, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Markets

The Kia Mohave is currently sold only in South Korea with no plans to sell it again in North America.

Discontinuation

In June 2024 Kia decided to stop the production of the Mohave due to weak sales.

References

  1. ↑ "Группа компаний Автотор :: Автомобили KIA" (in Russian). Avtotor.ru. Archived from the original on 2009-04-04. Retrieved 2010-10-09.
  2. ↑ "Ao"Азия Авто"". Aziaavto.kz. Archived from the original on 2011-01-16. Retrieved 2010-10-30.
  3. ↑ "2012 Guide to assembly plants in Europe" (PDF). europe.automotivenews.com. Automotive News Europe. Archived from the original (PDF) on 21 January 2022. Retrieved 27 January 2022.
  4. ↑ "2016 Kia Mohave SUV Receives Facelift, Goes On Sale In Korea". www.thekeea.com. 2016-10-03. Retrieved 2019-11-23.
  5. ↑ Gustafson, Sven (2019-08-14). "Kia reveals images of updated 'Mohave the Master' SUV". Autoblog. Retrieved 2019-09-05.