The first-gen Kia Mohave (aka Mohave in other
markets) flopped in the United States and was quietly replaced by the Sorento.
Despite this setback, the SUV continues to live on overseas. Looking far more modern than its processor, which dates back to 2008,
The next-generation SUV has a more squared off front fascia with a vertical
grille that’s flanked by large headlights with distinctive vertical daytime
running lights. Further below, we can see triangular air intakes with LED fog
lights.
Moving further back, the Borrego has side steps and
a streamlined bodywork that appears to be free of plastic body cladding. The
SUV also sports an evolutionary greenhouse with a more angular beltline. Additional styling details are
hard to make out, but we can see a roof rack and six-spoke alloy wheels. There
has also been speculation that the model will be influenced by the Telluride
which debuted at the North American International Auto Show last month.
Little else is known about the SUV at this point,
but the South Korean-spec Borrego features a 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine that
develops 256 hp and 560 Nm of torque. It is
paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel drive system
with high and low range.
It remains unclear if the new Borrego will retain
its focus on off-road capability, as its predecessor was marketed as a luxury vehicle
that can travel off the beaten path. Or if it will make it Stateside, for that
matter. In any case, in its home market the current model starts at ₩ 41,480,000
(US$ 37,055) which makes it ₩ 13,850,000 (US$ 12,372) more expensive than the Sorento.
