Korean analogue of Toyota Land cruiser Prado, but in fact "American" to the bone, Kia Mohave is an absolutely niche product on Russian market. And how can it not be niche if it is a huge seven-seater frame SUV with a diesel engine, the design of which is long overdue to be changed to suit modern trends in the auto industry? The same Prado looks much better, not to mention a bunch of other competitors. And, nevertheless, in connection with the restyling of 2016, which reached the Russian Federation only in the spring of 2017, Mohave became definitely prettier, especially inside. Read all the details about it in our review!
Design
The restyled Mohave, which, as you might guess from the name, was originally developed for the North American market, seems as boring as its predecessor, and there is hardly anyone who will gasp with surprise and delight when they see it on the road. There is still nothing remarkable in the appearance of a large Kia Motors SUV - to this day it is a “workhorse” and nothing more. But the “horse” has updated bumpers, a radiator grille and 18-inch wheel rims, as well as LED running lights above the fog optics. And the color scheme of the model was replenished with blue and brown shades. Here, actually, and all innovations.
The new chrome grille is nothing special, as is the head optics around the edges. From the side, a car with American roots looks no more interesting than UAZ Patriot, but a domestic car costs almost twice as much! Changing a picture alloy wheels did not have much effect on the situation. The "stern" of the updated Mohave is purely practical - with plain lanterns that extend onto the rear fenders and a huge trunk lid. Behind the tailgate is a truly chic amount of cargo space, which is good news. With two rows of seats folded down, this volume reaches 2.7 cubic meters, which, given the flat floor, allows you to easily organize full-fledged sleeping places. No wonder the car was designed for the USA! There was no electric drive at the tailgate (only a regular door closer is provided), and the opening is small for people whose height exceeds 180 cm.
Design
The basis of the restyled version of Mohave is the old frame structure: it has a double wishbone suspension in front, and a multi-link in the back. For a surcharge, a rear air suspension is offered (and a self-locking limited-slip rear differential), but it should be borne in mind that on severe off-road it will be of little use, since the design of the SUV is characterized by crossover habits, and the clearance of the crossover model is only 195 mm, although the manufacturer claims that under the bottom as much as 217 mm. For serious cross-country driving, the ground clearance is frankly modest.
Adaptation to Russian conditions
Mohave 2017 model year- definitely an option for the city and light off-road, and not for extreme Russian conditions, even despite the presence of a frame and all-wheel drive. For operation in Russia, it is not ideally prepared, but not bad either: it has an 82-liter fuel tank with steel protection and a jack hidden in an organizer under the floor of the cargo compartment, as well as a full-size spare tire, an emergency button for calling emergency services in case of an Era -Glonass", stabilization system, assistant when starting uphill and separate climate control. For winter, heating of exterior mirrors, front and rear seats, steering wheel and windshield in the rest area of the “wipers” is provided. In addition, there is an electric interior heater.
Comfort
The interior of the Mohave is American-style spacious, you can’t say anything about it. It can be seen that it is designed for a large and friendly family that takes a lot of things with them on the road and does not forget about paper cups with coffee from McDonald's - the local coasters seem to be specially created for them. Seven seats - a good family solution, but in which case it is better to place children on last row- adults will definitely not like it there, because the third row is not suitable for tall passengers, and it is not very easy for adults to climb onto it. Of the innovations in the interior, there is a leather multifunction steering wheel with a wooden insert and electric height / reach adjustment, more thoughtful dashboard with a classic layout and a large eight-inch touchscreen multimedia complex. The left spoke of the steering wheel, unfortunately, somewhat overlaps the control unit for the all-wheel drive transmission, suspension and system exchange rate stability- you have to press buttons and twist the “washer” by touch or take your eyes off the road for a moment to see what is where. The headlight washer button is not too well located.
The layout of the climate control unit (3 zones) is logical and understandable, the “climate” control is already available in the initial configuration. Automatic windows went only to the front doors, and the manufacturer decided to save on the rear. On the ceiling there are air ducts, a ceiling light, sun visors with a retractable section and an electric sunroof (the sunroof is in the top version). The front seats can not boast of a perfect fit, but you quickly get used to them. Driver's seat - with adjustable lumbar support. For the first time, perforated quilted Nappa leather is used for the seating of the SUV - however, this is the privilege of the most expensive Premium option, as is the armrest with a cooled box for drinks.
The standard equipment of the Mohave includes front and side airbags, anti-lock brake system(ABS), stabilization systems (ESC) and hill climb assistance (HAC), cruise control, parktronics "in a circle" and a rain sensor. For an additional fee, now you can get blind spot monitoring (BSD) and 4 all-round video cameras (AVM), showing the situation in front and behind in various variations. There are no more security innovations.
The Mohave infotainment system and speakers have been updated. From now on, JBL speakers and a media system with an eight-inch color touchscreen, navigation, steering wheel controls, Bluetooth and AUX / USB connectors are installed on the car. mobile devices, as well as support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The processor of the new "multimedia" 2-core, 1 GHz, RAM - 1 GB, OS - Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. The sound of the system is excellent, the graphics are decent, but the responses to finger presses are not very fast, and the navigator, which is capable of showing houses in 3D, sometimes gets confused in the readings.
Kia Mojave Specifications
Under the hood is a good old three-liter EN590 diesel engine with a return of 250 hp. at 3800 rpm. IN South Korea he gives out 14 "horses" more, but in Russia this option is simply not profitable at the mercy of the transport tax. Paired with it is the latest automatic transmission with 8 steps - with it Mohave accelerates to 100 km / h in just 8.7 seconds, which is an excellent indicator for a huge SUV. The maximum speed is 190 km/h. According to the manufacturer, the consumption of "heavy fuel" averages 9.3 l / 100 km, in the city - 12.4 l / 100 km, and on the highway - 7.6 l / 100 km. However, judging by the reviews of car owners, the real numbers may be different.
Kia Mohave is a well-known car in the domestic market, although not quite appreciated. Russian consumer. This medium-sized frame SUV was introduced back in 2008 at the Detroit Auto Show, and a year later it appeared in the expanses of the post-Soviet space.
And now, years later, the engineers of the Korean company decided to update their flagship SUV, presenting a package of changes as the release of a new model with the same name. Well, let's try to figure out what the new Kia Mohave offers to its potential owner.
New Kia Mojave 2017-2018 model year
Recalling the history of the model, it is worth noting that it did not gain great popularity in our country, although it offered excellent specifications. The reason for this was a very high price, which, at that time, put the novelty on a par with cars of more prestigious brands. Mojave could not compete with SUVs from Mitsubishi or Toyota, and not because it was worse in any characteristics, but based on the lower prestige of the Kia brand.
The crisis phenomena that occurred in the Russian car market have seriously changed the financial situation in the camp of competitors. New Mitsubishi generation Pajero Sport significantly increased in price, Land Cruiser Prado also moved to the high league, and in the range from 2 to 3 million rubles, a certain niche was formed in which another frame SUV could easily “fit”.
And he became new kia Mojave 2017-2018 model year. The price was positively affected by the localization of the assembly of new items, and the use of a number of technical tricks, as well as the rejection of large-volume engines. The latter were developed "with an eye" on the North American market, but from now on they are not available for our country. So what is different new car from a predecessor?
At first glance, it is very difficult to distinguish the new Kia Mojave from the previous generation. External changes are minimized, due to the very successful appearance of the predecessor.
The design, once created by Peter Schreyer, turned out to be very successful and does not look archaic even today. Of course, it does not have the expressive solutions typical of the new Pajero Sport, but for potential customers this is not so important.
Video - review and test drive Kia Mojave 2017-2018 model year:
The novelty is positioned as a comfortable, roomy and passable car for a family vacation, and therefore excessive pretentiousness could well scare off a potential buyer. small external changes touched mainly on lighting technology, the shape of bumpers and the location of moldings, but you can notice them only by placing a new and old car next to each other.
Inside, there are much more changes and they are associated both with an improvement in comfort and ergonomics, and the quality of finishing materials. In addition, the equipment of the car was improved even in the basic version, and expensive equipment acquired new optional equipment.
Specifications of the new Kia Mohave
Specification change new Kia Mohave also went the way of evolution and adaptation of the model to the realities of the Russian market. As already noted, in our country, the manufacturer abandoned the expanded range of power units, leaving only a three-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 250 Horse power and working "in tandem" with an automatic transmission.
The difference between the engine is the relatively low fuel consumption, which in the combined cycle is 9.3 liters per hundred kilometers. The indicator, of course, is not a record, but taking into account the volume and power characteristics, it looks very impressive.
General dimensions Kia dimensions The Mojave hasn't changed much - it's still a large mid-size SUV with plenty of room. With a vehicle length of 4930 mm, its wheelbase is 2895 mm, so passengers do not feel cramped. The space in the rear seats is also facilitated by the vertical landing of riders, as well as the configuration of the seats.
Video - test drive Kia Mohave 2017:
The developers also paid quite a lot of attention to the off-road capabilities of the car. This is eloquently evidenced by short overhangs, bumper configuration, as well as ground clearance at 217 mm.
However, calling the Mojave a classic SUV is unlikely to succeed, since the engineers used a multi-link rear suspension design, coupled with a lever front suspension, in the design. This configuration allowed for good handling, the absence of yaw and other unpleasant phenomena on the highway, but made the car vulnerable in severe off-road conditions.
Therefore, Kia Mojave can only be attributed to the class of large SUVs that can occasionally be used for field trips, but not to cars designed for off-road use. "Delicate" pendants are not able to withstand regular loads of such a level, which, however, is not required by potential buyers. Most Kia owners Mohave is much more important than comfort in the city and on the highway, which the car copes with brilliantly.
Options and prices
Today, in the domestic market, the new generation of Kia Mohave is presented in four trim levels, with the last two differing from each other only in the color of the interior. As a result, sellers sell three versions called Comfort, Luxe and Premium.
In all versions only one is available power unit and the type of transmission discussed above. Already in the basic version, the buyer receives an all-wheel drive type of transmission (a serious advantage against the background of the fact that most of the crossovers “in the base” are mono-drive), a set of heated front seats and a windshield, alloy wheels and an air conditioning system.
Video review - Kia Mohave 2017 3.0D (250 hp) 4WD AT Premium:
In the second version, heating is added rear seats, leather trim, tinted rear windows, power windows for rear passengers, etc.
The third configuration boasts Nappa leather trim (can be either black or brown), a cooled glove box, electric front seats, their ventilation system and other premium options.
Talking about prices for the new Kia Mojave in the light of the current market situation is a thankless task, and therefore we advise you to find out the latest information on the official website of Kia - kia.ru.
Owner reviews Kia Mojave
Since the new Kia Mojave 2017-2018 model year has just entered the market, there are still no statistics on its operation on the network. But taking into account the fact that the car has practically not changed in comparison with the previous generation, there is every chance to expect exactly the same reliability indicators.
Reviews about the diesel Kia Mohave are generally positive and they relate to the high reliability of the power unit. The only thing that the owners note is that the Kia Mojave diesel engine is very picky about the quality of fuel, and therefore it is better to refuel the car at proven gas stations. It is also important to check the status drive belts and make their timely replacement, which will avoid additional hassle.
Regarding the suspension, the car also demonstrates high resistance even in the conditions of domestic roads. Only mechanical damage from branches and other protruding elements can be a serious problem, since they can easily damage unprotected anthers. This fact once again shows that one should not abuse the off-road capabilities of the car and remember that this is, first of all, road crossover, and not a full-fledged all-terrain vehicle, such as, for example, a competitor Pajero Sport.
Video - new Kia Mojave vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport:
The remaining problems in the operation of a car, in general, are typical for many Korean cars. In particular, windshield does not differ in high resistance to temperature extremes and often bursts along its entire length, even in the presence of minor damage.
Frequent and leaks expansion tank cooling system, which is made of fragile plastic. Also, regular replacement requires "bones" in the suspension, which are quite fragile and become unusable under strong shock loads. The rest of the Kia Mojave can be described as quite reliable car, not very ruinous for the owner in terms of maintenance.
Forums
Basic vehicle information real reviews owners and technical problem solving data can be obtained from the online forums dedicated to this model. The most active and informative of them include the following resources:
- mohavod.com. This site is perhaps the only resource entirely dedicated to the model on the Russian Internet. Here you can not only chat with the owners, but also learn the latest information from the manufacturer, get acquainted with breaking news and in general to study the car in all its nuances.
- kiaclub.ru/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=32. This forum is located on a resource dedicated to Kia cars. The most active forum with a lot of feedback real owners, information about breakdowns, as well as a flea market where you can buy used spare parts and tuning parts.
- drom.ru/reviews/kia/mohave/. A good set of reviews from Kia Mohave owners, but there is no serious forum discussion on the resource.
- mohave.su. A good club site where you can discuss all the nuances of car ownership and take part in club meetings of owners. Of course, there are club symbols and other attributes of such sites.
Video - test drive Kia Mojave 2017.
Midsize SUV Kia Mohave officially appeared to the public in January 2008 at the North American International Auto Show, becoming a serial incarnation conceptual model Kia KCD II Mesa, which debuted in the same location, but only in 2005.
Initially, this car was developed with an eye on the North American market, but eventually went on sale in the Middle East and Russia.
In January 2016, the Koreans slightly updated the five-door: slightly “refreshing” the exterior and interior, expanding the list of equipment and fitting the diesel engine to Euro-6 standards (the updated version reached the Russian market in the spring of 2017).
Outside, Kia Mohave looks like a real SUV - its appearance, emphasized by its impressive size, is brutal, strict and original, but lacks flashiness.
Its front part is especially attractive, dominated by large headlights with bi-xenon light and a powerful chrome grille grille. But the sidewalls are more boring, despite the seriousness and thoroughness (what only the powerful contours of the wheel arches are worth), and the feed, for all its monumentality, does not evoke vivid emotions.
"Mojave" car is rather big: its length is 4880 mm, width - 1915 mm, height - 1765 mm. Wheel sets of a mid-size SUV are 2895 mm apart, and its ground clearance is 217 mm. In the "marching" state, the "Korean" weighs 2167 kg, and its full mass reaches 2800 kg.
The interior of the Kia Mohave is made with a claim to solidity - this applies to both design and materials. Because of the large multifunctional “steering wheel” with a four-spoke design, a “smart” and informative instrument cluster peeps out, and the monumental and presentable center console is crowned with a color touch screen of the multimedia system (in the “top” trim levels) and a nice zonal “climate” block with a monochrome “stripe ". But here in base machines everything is somewhat simpler - a “two-din” radio tape recorder, and a manual air conditioner.
Inside, the SUV is trimmed with high-quality plastics with pleasant textures, which are diluted with “metal-like” or “wood-like” inserts, and the seats are dressed in fabric or perforated leather (depending on the version).
The interior of the Mojave is designed to carry seven people, including the driver. In the front seats there are comfortable chairs with a competent profile and electric adjustments. The middle row of seats is represented by a hospitable sofa, which is adjusted in terms of the angle of inclination of the backs and in the longitudinal direction, without any problems accommodating three adult riders. Yes, and the "gallery" here is full-fledged - there is enough space for two adults on it.
The volume of the cargo compartment of the Kia Mohave is 350 liters with seven seats, with five this figure increases to 1045 liters.
The second row of seats transforms in two unequal parts into a flat surface, bringing the capacity to an impressive 2675 liters. A full-fledged "reserve" is suspended under the "belly" in order to save free space.
Specifications. Under the hood of the Mojave, a single power unit is installed - this is a 3.0-liter (2959 cubic centimeters) V-shaped six-cylinder CRDI diesel engine with a cast-iron pot block, turbocharging and Common Rail direct injection with piezo injectors.
The engine generates a maximum of 250 horsepower at 3800 rpm and 540 Nm of torque available from 1800 to 2750 rpm. Together with it, an 8-band “automatic” and an all-wheel drive system with a demultiplier, built using an electronically controlled clutch, work.
The transmission allows you to move on rear or all-wheel drive with a rigid connection between the axles, as well as in a mode where the front end is activated automatically. Depending on the traffic situation the distribution of thrust between the axles varies in proportions from 10:90 to 50:50.
Despite its rather large size, Kia Mohave performs well in asphalt exercises: it accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h after 9 seconds and gains maximum 190 km / h, consuming an average of 9.3 liters of diesel fuel in combined driving conditions for each "hundred".
But for serious off-road, the car is not suitable in the best way, and all because of the solid overhangs - the angles of entry and exit are 27.3 and 22.5 degrees, respectively.
As a bearing element for the Mojave, a ladder-type frame is used, on which the body is attached by means of eight vibration mounts and the power plant is installed longitudinally.
The running gear on the mid-size SUV is completely independent - a multi-link design with hydraulic shock absorbers, coil springs and a stabilizer is placed on both axles roll stability. Optionally, the "Korean" is equipped with a rear air suspension.
The car is rack and pinion steering with a hydraulic booster, and on all its wheels there are disc brakes (front with ventilation) with ABS and BAS.
Options and prices. The restyled Kia Mohave 2017 model year is supplied to the Russian market in three trim levels: Comfort, Luxe and Premium.
For the basic version of an SUV, they ask for a minimum of 2,419,900 rubles, but in this case it has a simplified all-wheel drive with a manually connected front axle and a single-stage transfer case. By default, the “Korean” boasts: six airbags, an assistant when starting uphill, ABS, ESC, 17-inch wheels, parking sensors “in a circle”, the ERA-GLONASS system, a multimedia complex, a separate “climate”, a JBL audio system and other modern options.
Prices for the intermediate version of "Luxe" start at 2,619,900 rubles, and the "top" version of "Premium" costs from 2,849,900 rubles. The privileges of the latter include: wheels with a dimension of 18 inches, a power sunroof, xenon headlights, a rear air suspension, leather trim, power and ventilation of the front seats, surround view technology, blind spot monitoring, as well as keyless entry and engine start.
Overview of the Korean SUV Kia Mohave, technical specifications, equipment, exterior and interior are described luggage compartment, advantages and disadvantages based on feedback from owners.
The first premiere of the SUV
Kia Motors - Korean car company, was established in June 1944, throughout the history of the company's existence, many different car brands, and the millionth car rolled off the assembly line of the South Korean enterprise back in 1988.
The company manufactures buses cars in various bodies, crossovers can also be distinguished as a separate class.
Kia Mohave is a very impressive SUV that was first shown at the Detroit Auto Show in 2008.
The project was designed by Peter Schreyer, the car was originally intended for the North American market.
In Russia, an SUV class car has been on sale since the fall of 2009, the model is produced at the Avtotor Kaliningrad plant.
In 2017, an update of the Korean brand is expected, and it is likely that the second generation Mojave will appear in the near future.
Kia Mojav in Russia
In America, the Korean car is known as the Borrego, the car was produced in LX, EX and Limited trim levels.
But in the US, the brand did not gain much popularity and sold poorly, so in 2011 the release of the North American SUV was discontinued.
The technical characteristics of the car produced for Russia remained the same as that of the North American model, only the number of modifications, engine and transmission options decreased.
Even the car in the Russian version has a more powerful generator, it is used accumulator battery increased capacity.
In the Russian Federation, the car is already delivered in a restyled version, with a diesel engine and automatic transmission, a 3.8-liter gasoline 6-cylinder engine was also announced at first, but did not go into the series.
But the all-terrain vehicle got a rear and high ground clearance, in addition, all cars are produced only in all-wheel drive.
Kia Mohave Russian assembly is a classic SUV with frame structure, named after the Californian desert where Kia tests take place.
The basis of the Mojave body is a platform, the car has many common elements with the Huyndai IX55 and Hyundai Veracruz.
The external features of the crossover are also classic - the shape is cubic, angular, the number of rows of seats is three (seven seats).
It has been on sale since 2018.
Kia Mohave equipment and prices
The Korean car on the Russian market is presented in two trim levels - Comfort and Premium.
Even in the basic Comfort version, the “charge” of the crossover is impressive, the car is equipped with:
- six airbags;
- driver assistance systems - on the descent, on the starting slope, during emergency braking;
- systems EBD, ESP (), ;
- alloy wheels R17;
- fog lights;
- rear parking sensors;
- light sensor;
- heating - mirrors, windshield, steering wheel, front seats and rear seats;
- suspension stiffness control system;
- electric drives - power windows, steering column, side mirrors;
- (two zones);
- CD player with MP3 (6 built-in speakers);
- multiwheel;
- multimedia system;
- trip computer;
- rear view camera;
- alarm system with central locking;
- immobilizer.
Installed roof rails, tinted windows, steering wheel rim and gear knob trimmed with leather, the trunk is equipped with a full-size spare tire.
You can buy Kia Mohave in Russian car dealerships in 2016 from 2.4 million rubles, the manufacturer gives a five-year warranty, mileage - 150 thousand km.
The crossover in the Premium modification is equipped with cast R18 wheels, a leather interior, this version has a pneumatic rear suspension, there is an electric sunroof, navigator, headlights - xenon.
The engine here starts with a button, there is keyless access to the car interior.
The front seats are electrically adjustable and memorize the positions of the seats, the electric mirrors are folded, the price of the new Kia Mohave 2016 in the Premium package is from 2.65 million rubles.
Exterior and interior
There is nothing remarkable in the appearance of Mohave - the car even looks a bit boring, only the impressive size of the chrome grille attracts attention.
The headlights are large, standard trapezoidal, the lines are straight and simple, and yet, thanks to its considerable size, the SUV looks solid.
The interior plastic of a Korean car is inexpensive, although not of the worst quality, there are wooden inserts, steering column adjustable in all positions (electric joystick).
There are a lot of niches for things in the cabin - there are pockets for plastic bottles and various small things in the door trim, there are two compartments in the front armrest, and two cup holders are located on the gearbox console.
The front seats are equipped with an electric drive, in the Premium package they have many different adjustments, it is comfortable to sit on them, and the only negative is the rather short “seats” themselves.
In the more expensive version, the option “electrically adjustable pedal assembly” is available, which is very useful for drivers of small stature.
The instrument cluster is quite deeply recessed into the panel, with white illumination (and red at the edges), very informative, in bright sunlight it does not glare.
But there is also an inconvenience - the location of the air conditioner cannot be called successful, in bright light it is almost impossible to see readings on its screen, and even at night it is difficult to see what temperature is set.
It is not easy for a tall driver to sit behind the wheel, even if the seat is fully pushed back, there is not too much space.
But the passengers of the second row feel quite comfortable in the car, and the three will not be cramped here.
The farthest "gallery" is more suitable for children, after all, adults will be uncomfortable there.
Trunk
The trunk volume of the Kia Mojav is small, it is equal to 350 liters, but this is only when all the seats are in place.
The rear two backrests fold extremely easily, in which case the luggage compartment increases to 1050 liters.
You can also fold the second row, in which case the cargo compartment becomes very voluminous - 2765 liters.
Under the floor in the trunk for the tool there is a niche, the spare wheel is mounted outside, under the bottom of the car.
To open the tailgate from the outside, a handle is provided, it is located in the center, under the chrome trim.
On the right side there is a 12V socket, under it there is a backlight with a switch.
The door opens and closes manually, there is no electric drive here.
Kia Mohave specifications
The Korean off-road vehicle of the Russian assembly is completed diesel engine 3.0L with direct fuel injection and turbocharging.
The number of cylinders is 6, their arrangement is V-shaped. ICE with a capacity of 250 liters. from. allows the car to accelerate to 190 km / h, to gain “weave” in nine seconds.
A diesel engine for such a volume consumes fuel very economically, diesel fuel consumption per 100 km on the highway is 7.6 liters.
In urban conditions, diesel fuel consumption increases to 12.4 liters, diesel is brought into line with Euro-5 standards.
Volume fuel tank- 82 liters, the engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, other transmission options are not provided.
Despite the fact that the Mojave is considered a full-fledged SUV, there are no continuous bridges here, both suspensions are multi-link, independent.
Disc brakes are installed all around, the front discs are ventilated.
Ground clearance of 217 mm and all-wheel drive allows the crossover to overcome shallow off-road, confidently drive on roads with any surface.
Permanent wheel drive - rear, front axle connected with an electronic clutch.
The length of the car is almost 5 meters (4880 mm), the height of the crossover is 1.76 m, the width is 1.92 m.
With a wheelbase of 2.9 meters, the turning circle is 11 m, the curb weight of the SUV is 2.22 tons, the car is equipped with a power steering.
Sufficiently large dimensions make the SUV not very convenient for operation in the city, the car is more suitable for traveling long distances.
Kia Mohave reviews
In general, car owners like the Korean crossover, although it is not without flaws.
Positive reviews.
A big plus of the car is a roomy interior, and if it accommodates no more than 4 passengers, then there is more than enough space for luggage.
Also among the advantages, car owners note:
- powerful engine providing excellent dynamics;
- efficient, soft brakes;
- high reliability, serious breakdowns occur infrequently;
- easy control;
- relatively low consumption of diesel fuel;
- good equipment, the car has many additional options.
Main Kia disadvantages Mojave:
- rigid suspension;
- weak paintwork;
- not the most good quality assemblies;
- somewhat outdated design.
The shock absorbers (especially the rear ones) are not designed for such a heavy car, because of this, the car rolls along the road, with rocking, and the suspension parts often have to be changed, as they cannot withstand the load.
The uneven road is felt in the cabin, especially the rear passengers notice.
The design of the SUV is somewhat archaic, air conditioner and the audio system also do not look modern, but this is not surprising, because the car has been produced since 2009.
The fans of this brand are looking forward to the new Kia Mohave in 2017.
It's time to update the model, release a car that meets all modern requirements.
Test drive and vehicle review.
5 / 5 ( 1 voice )
New Kia Mojave 2019 model year continues to exist in the Russian market. Persistent rumors about the appearance of the second Generation Kia Mohave, and remained rumors. The mid-size frame SUV was originally created for the North American market as a family and very comfortable car. The off-road qualities of the car were the last thing thought.
On a frame SUV, you expect to see a rigid continuous bridge behind, but here it is not. Instead of the traditional attribute of a real “rogue”, an independent multi-link suspension is installed, and even with air springs. This is done to make it easier to load bags from the supermarket and for more comfort on the go. Despite all the design compromises that killed off-road for the sake of convenience, buyers in the United States did not appreciate the family 7-seater car. Sales of the Mojave (in the US the Kia Borrego) lasted less than three years. Today, the model can only be bought in Korea, Russia and several other Asian countries. Naturally, after such a fiasco, the Koreans did not have any desire to develop the model. Since the premiere in 2008, the model has been slightly restyled only a couple of times.
Mojave exterior against the background of other Kia looks like greetings from the last century. Simple shapes, large headlights, chrome grille, powerful plastic bumpers. Rear large lights and a minimum of beauty. Appearance was developed by German designer Peter Schreyer, at a time when straight chopped forms seemed the height of perfection. Photos of Mojave are attached.
Photos of the new Kia Mojave 2019
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Inside the Mojave the situation is no better. Of course the monitor in the center console with built-in navigation pleases the eye. But the instrument panel comes from the early 2000s and the terrible woodgrain plastic is not for the faint of heart. This is not used even in the most budget models. Pleases just that three rows of seats allow you to easily mark 7 people and transform the interior space for the transportation of large loads. Switches, levers and other functional toggle switches take us back to the distant past. Switching transmission modes is not carried out by a stylish large washer next to the gearshift lever, but by a dull plastic “cap from a plastic bottle” to the left of the steering wheel. There is a key disable ESP and on/off switch rear air suspension. Photos of the interior below.
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In the 7-seater saloon, there is a minimum of space in the trunk, but it is worth noting a few pluses. First, the two rear rows of seats can be folded flush with the floor. Well, the spare wheel is located under the bottom, and not in the trunk.
Photo boot Kia Mohave
Specifications Mojave 2019
Initially, customers were offered a diesel and gasoline engine with a 5-speed automatic and a good all-wheel drive design with front-wheel connection. A little later, a more modern 6-band automatic appeared. A few years ago, Russian buyers were no longer offered the top-end 3.8-liter V6 gasoline engine with 275 hp. Leaving only diesel.
Now only a 3.0-liter turbodiesel CRDi V6 and an 8-band automatic are offered on the Russian market. The motor produces 250 hp. at 549 Nm of torque. Such power is enough to accelerate a 2-ton car to a hundred in just 8.7 seconds! BUT maximum speed reaches 190 km/h. At the same time, the average fuel consumption is only 9.3 liters. True, in the city a rather powerful turbodiesel eats more than 12 liters.
As for the 4x4 all-wheel drive, Mohave has three transmission options since the last update. The first, basic modification has a manually connected front axle and a single-stage transfer case. In a slightly more expensive configuration, the car will please all-wheel drive with connecting the front axle with a multi-plate clutch and a two-stage transfer case. Top configurations will also please with the presence of a limited slip differential rear axle.
Thanks completely independent suspension on shock absorbers of variable stiffness, an incredible ride is achieved on any surface. Front double wishbone suspension, rear multi-link, plus air springs on the rear axle. Pretty decent ground clearance. For more detailed technical specifications of an SUV from Korea, see below.
Dimensions, weight, volumes, clearance Mohave 2019
- Body length - 4930 mm
- Body width - 1915 mm
- Body height - 1765 mm
- Curb weight - from 2164 kg
- Gross weight - up to 2820 kg
- Wheelbase - 2895 mm
- Trunk volume - 350 liters
- Fuel tank volume - 82 liters
- Tire size - 245/70 R17, 265/60 R18
- Ground clearance - 217 mm
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Prices and equipment Kia Mojave 2019
The demand for a Korean SUV for 2.5 million rubles in our country is not high. At large dealers in stock you can always find a car of the last or even the year before last! Such options can be bought much cheaper. Let's say right away that in the database the car has a fairly rich package, plus you won't have to pay anything extra for a 7-seater saloon. In the standard, this is a fabric upholstery of the seats, in the middle trim levels it is already black leather. In the top configuration, you can choose a brown version of the interior trim. Current prices are attached.
- Mohave Comfort 3.0 l. Automatic transmission8 / 4x4 - 2,514,900 rubles
- Mohave Luxe 3.0 l. Automatic transmission8 / 4x4 - 2,714,900 rubles
- Mohave Premium 3.0 l. Automatic transmission8 / 4x4 - 2,944,900 rubles