Kia Philippines announced that it rolled out 10 K2500 units to Scheirman Construction Consolidated, Inc. (SCCI).
The Kia K2500 finds a new home in SCCI
The K2500 units will be used by the construction company as workhorse vehicles, catering to its numerous residential, commercial, healthcare, industrial, corporate, and small business clients. Out of the 10 units, eight will be assigned in Cebu.
SCCI opt for the 4x4 double cab dropside variant, which has a bed capable of hauling construction materials. This variant also offers a double cabin that comes with a second row of seats capable of seating up to six passengers. With it, the commercial vehicle (CV) can carry more people on the go.
Powering this vehicle is a 2.5-liter inline-4 diesel turbodiesel engine capable of generating 128 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque. As standard, drivers will have to work their way around using a 6-speed manual gearbox.
The units will be used as fleet workhorses
Kia boasts the K2500’s use of a four-wheel-drive (4x4) system, which is unique to its segment. It can help move SCCI’s business by improving the vehicle’s traction even on slippery roads. On paper, this is safer than rear-wheel-drive (RWD) commercial vehicles found in most of the K2500’s rivals.
“The K2500 suits our very demanding requirements, and because of its unique 4x4 configuration, it makes for a very ideal fleet vehicle for our construction company. We need a dependable truck to arrive at its destination – no matter what,” said SCCI Chief Strategy Officer and Director Armando Inabangan Jr.
“The K2500 is unique because it is the only light-duty truck in the Philippine market equipped with a 4x4 drivetrain,” said Kia Philippines President Manny Aligada. “This means maximum traction despite drastic changes in weather and road conditions.”
It is said to be ready to meet the rigorous requirements of the construction industry
To make the fleet experience more convenient for SCCI, Kia Philippines is offering the K2500 with a 3-year or 110,000-km warranty (whichever comes first) and a 3-year free 24/7 roadside assistance.
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