The Philippines and its unpredictable weather and road conditions make the Kia K2500 light truck the ideal choice for business owners who need a vehicle that they can count on to arrive at their destination. The K2500 is currently the only light truck in the Philippine market available with a 4×4 drivetrain. This means maximum traction despite drastic changes in weather and road conditions. This kind of capability gives business owners the confidence to tackle any unforeseen challenges—even after the paved road ends. Adding to the K2500’s go-anywhere specifications is having one of the highest ground clearances at 200mm.
The K2500 is one of the most powerful vehicles in its class a 2.5-liter CRDi turbodiesel that delivers 130PS at 3,800rpm and 255Nm of torque from 1,500 to 3,500rpm under its cab. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. For added safety and peace of mind, the K2500 is also equipped with a Load-Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) which regulates hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes depending on the payload. This ensures that the K2500 can stop safely, whether laden or unladen.
The K2500 variants available from all Kia dealerships are the 4×2 and 4×4 Single Cab and Chassis and 4×4 Single and Double Cab Dropside. Single-cab variants can seat three adults, while double-cab versions can seat six.
The K2500 is a solid foundation for the following body configurations that can also be ordered as dealer options:
- The ultimate workhorse is the K2500 4×4 has a 1,353kg payload capacity for the single-cab variant and a 1,204kg payload capacity for the double-cab variant.
- The K2500 4×4 single-cab closed-van ‘Kargo’ configuration with a maximum payload capacity of 953kg can haul very large volumes.
- The K2500 double-cab ‘Drop Side’ configuration with a 1,204kg maximum payload capacity can carry 20 crates. There is also a refrigerated van option that can handle 92 crates. Each of these configurations can be adapted to suit even the most demanding transport and logistics requirements.
The K2500 comes with a 3-Year/110,000kms warranty and 3-year free 24/7 Roadside Assistance. Kia customers can rest assured that the company has a large stock of readily available parts as well as a nationwide network of service centers.
Kargado Karavan
The Kia 2500 will be the star of Kia’s Kargado Karavan that will be at the following locations from March 10 to 31: Alabang; Ortigas; New Manila; Sta. Rosa, Laguna; Sto. Tomas, Batangas; Pampanga; Baguio; Cebu; Iloilo; and Davao.
Exclusive deals and offers will be available for event visitors. These include cash discounts of up to Php 80,000; 20% downpayment when financing is availed from Bank of the Philippine Islands, China Bank Savings, or Philippine National Bank; Blaupunkt safety and security packages; as well as Caltex fuel cards.
For more information on the K2500, visit Kia.com.ph.