Kia Mohave

The Kia Mohave is a full-size SUV made by the South Korean company Kia. It was first introduced in 2008 and is sold in various countries around the world. In some markets like North America and China, it is called the Kia Borrego.

Kia Mohave
Overview
Manufacturer	Kia
Also called	Kia Borrego (North America and China)
Production	2008–2024
Body and chassis
Class	Full-size SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Chassis	Body-on-frame

First Generation (2008–2019)

First generation
Overview
Model code	HM
Production	2008–2019
Model years	2009–2010 (North America)
Assembly	South Korea: Hwaseong (Autoland Hwasung) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) Kazakhstan: Ust-Kamenogorsk Ukraine: Chornomorsk (UkrAuto)
Designer	Peter Schreyer
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 3.8 L Lambda II MPi V6 4.6 L Tau MPi V8 Diesel: 3.0 L S CRDi V6 3.0 L S II CRDi V6
Transmission	5-speed A5SR2 automatic 6-speed ZF 6HP 26 automatic 8-speed A8TR1 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,895 mm (114.0 in)
Length	4,880 mm (192.1 in) 4,935 mm (194.3 in) (facelift)
Width	1,915 mm (75.4 in)
Height	1,765 mm (69.5 in) 1,810 mm (71.3 in) (facelift)
Curb weight	1,965–2,305 kg (4,332–5,082 lb)
Chronology
Successor	Kia Telluride (For some markets)

The first generation of the Kia Mohave, known by the model code HM, was produced from 2008 to 2019. It featured a body-on-frame construction, making it suitable for off-road driving. The first generation was offered with various engine options, including a 3.8L V6 and a 4.6L V8, along with a 3.0L diesel engine.

In the United States, the Kia Borrego was available in several trims, including the LX, EX, and Limited models, with optional features like leather seats, a sunroof, and a navigation system. The first generation was discontinued in the U.S. due to poor sales, but it continued to be sold in other markets until 2019.

Second Generation (2019–2024)

Second generation
Overview
Model code	HM2
Production	2019–2024
Assembly	South Korea: Hwasung Plant, Hwasung Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)
Powertrain
Engine	Diesel: 3.0 L S II CRDi V6
Transmission	8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,895 mm (114.0 in)
Length	4,930 mm (194.1 in)
Width	1,920 mm (75.6 in)
Height	1,790 mm (70.5 in)
Curb weight	2,250–2,305 kg (4,960–5,082 lb)

The second generation of the Kia Mohave, model code HM2, was launched in 2019. It features an updated design and improved technology. The vehicle is still built on a body-on-frame chassis, but with improvements in safety, interior features, and performance. The second generation offers new features like a redesigned interior, full-LED headlights, and multiple driving modes, including Eco and Sport modes. It is powered by updated diesel engines, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The second generation Mohave continues to be sold mainly in South Korea with no current plans for its return to North America.

Discontinuation

In June 2024 Kia decided to stop the production of the Mohave due to weak sales.