The Kia K2500, derived from the K-Series of commercial vehicles. It has been one of the choices for many Filipinos for its versatility and capability to meet the demands of the Philippine setting. The vehicle is able to adapt to almost every transport need. Powering the K2500 is a 2.5L CRDi Turbocharged engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. The said engine is able to push out 128 hp and 255 Nm of torque. Its wide range of variants are then priced affordably, with the lowest trim starting at only P820,000.
Launch
This light commercial vehicle was relaunched back in 2019, with Kia Philippines also being reintroduced under the management of Ayala Corporation. The Kia K2500 is made available in different modifications such as a dropside, single cab, a closed van, and many more. There's also a 4x4 option that is made available on select variants, therefore heightening the overall capability of the K2500.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
The Kia K2500 can only be had in one engine, specifically a 2.5-liter diesel that is able to churn out 128 hp and 255 Nm of torque. The said mill can only be paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. As mentioned, this light commercial vehicle is made available in several modifications. Plus, some trims of the K2500 are also given a 4x4 option for that boosted capability for you business agendas.
Chassis
Class
Light commercial vehicle
Body Style
Pickup truck
Platform
Layout
Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Platform
Hyundai-Kia K platforms
Powertrain
Engine
2.5-liter four cylinders diesel engine
Power Output
128 horsepower 255 newton-meters torque
Transmission
6 Speed Manual Transmission
Safety
As for safety and security, the Kia K2500 gets 3-point ELR seatbelts for that added certainty while this light commercial vehicle is on cruise.
What kind of business do you run? Is it a big one or a small one? Either or can benefit from a good Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) like the Kia K2500 in the Philippines. Built to be an efficient and effective cargo hauler, we present our first-ever LCV on this Behind the Wheel review. Equipped with a 2.5-liter turbo diesel engine, the cargo hauler is in its Karga variant and is equipped with a multi-use rear body that can either bring things or people along for the ride.
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
4
Overall value for money
4
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
90.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
5
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
3
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
5
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
5
Quality of work performed
4
Was it completed on time?
5
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
5
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
4
Kia K2500 2.5 MT 4x4 Double Cab Dropside
Kia Alabang
4.5/5
Leon L. · Oct 01, 2022
Kia doesn't order the K2500 with any of the accessories and it is impossible to get any assistance on getting them. No automatic transmission, no radio, no day/night mirror, not a/c temp control, no remote mirror, no back up camera... nothing but a single mirror, front power windows. and a/c. In Korea it comes with everything. Sad
In the PH, roads are not good, rough ride empty, good ride loaded. I'm 5' 10" hard to get in, could use a step over the front wheel.
For picking up supply to build my home it works!
Kia doesn't order the K2500 with any of the accessories and it is impossible to get any assistance on getting them. No automatic transmission, no radio, no day/night mirror, not a/c temp control, no remote mirror, no back up camera... nothing but a single mirror, front power windows. and a/c. In Korea it comes with everything. Sad
In the PH, roads are not good, rough ride empty, good ride loaded. I'm 5' 10" hard to get in, could use a step over the front wheel.
For picking up supply to build my home it works!
Fuel economy is way better than we thought it would be. The ride with a full load of riders (family) is great. The engine and transmission are a perfect match with the extra grearing for uphill, downhill, and flat running. This unit is currently the best 4x4 dual purpose vehicle on the market.
