LDV Terron 9 vs Kia Tasman

The LDV Terron 9 starts from $50,990 before on-road costs, while the Kia Tasman opens at $42,990. That makes the Kia Tasman the more affordable entry point by $8,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $56,089 and $47,289 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the LDV Terron 9 and Kia Tasman hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the LDV Terron 9 and 87% for the Kia Tasman.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the LDV Terron 9 and 7 in the Kia Tasman.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The LDV Terron 9 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Kia Tasman gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The LDV Terron 9 stands out with Apple CarPlay and MG Sound audio — features our data doesn't list for the Kia Tasman. The Kia Tasman counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The LDV Terron 9 uses a Diesel Turbo producing 163kW and 520Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.8 seconds.

The Kia Tasman responds with a Diesel making 154kW and 440Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.5 seconds.

The LDV Terron 9 has the clear power advantage at 163kW vs 154kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the LDV Terron 9 is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The LDV Terron 9 measures 5,500mm long on a 3,300mm wheelbase, 90mm longer than the Kia Tasman at 5,410mm (3,270mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV Terron 9 generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the Kia Tasman leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,252/year for the LDV Terron 9 and $2,109/year for the Kia Tasman. That is a $143 annual difference in favour of the Kia Tasman.

Warranty: 7 years / 200,000km (LDV Terron 9) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia Tasman). Both match on warranty length.