To adopt Kia’s new logo, the badge is removed.
Although it may not appear like it, the Mohave is actually one of the oldest Kia models currently on sale. The Mohave’s roots can be traced back to 2008, when it was launched in South Korea with a Borrego equivalent for North America. It was not a popular SUV, so it was removed from the US a few years later. However, the mid-sized SUV continued to be sold in other markets, including the US.
In 2016, a subtle facelift was introduced before Kia updated the interior and exterior design in 2019. This was in response to the Masterpiece idea. The rugged SUV will be getting some updates at home, where it will switch to the new corporate logo. We are bringing this up because the Mohave used a unique badge that was shared with the Opirus fullsize sedan, which was phased out a decade back. Similar thing happened to the 2022 Stinger, which had its own badge in Korea prior to the recent update.
The Mohave is slightly smaller than the Telluride but larger than the Sorento. It rides on a body on-frame platform, making it one of the most rugged SUVs on the market today. Engineers have made improvements to the suspension and chassis to make the vehicle more comfortable by reducing vibrations inside.
The Mohave’s double-glazed windows will make the cabin much more comfortable. Multi-Collision Braking has been adopted as standard equipment. This allows the brakes to be automatically applied to prevent a second collision after the initial impact. Other changes include shiny black accents visible on the exterior, such as the contour of the front grille.
The 2023 Mohave, which is equipped with a diesel engine, now has a new device that reduces emissions.
Pricing is a bit tricky. The entry-level model will cost you approximately $41,100 with current exchange rates. It will rise to almost $49,000 for the Mohave Gravity.