What you'll find here
Year-by-year archive pages with brochure PDFs, core specs, and links to related models.
This collection contains 15 dealer brochures for the Kia Borrego and its successor, the Mohave, spanning 2008 to 2024. The documents represent three international markets and trace the evolution of this full-size SUV across multiple generations and regional variants. Designed for automotive historians, enthusiasts, and researchers, the archive captures design iterations, equipment levels, and market positioning through original manufacturer literature.
Year-by-year archive pages with brochure PDFs, core specs, and links to related models.
Original manufacturer materials document equipment and options exactly as they were offered.
Use search or the year browser below. Each brochure card links to the full PDF download.
Open a year to view details and download the brochure.
When Kia launched the Borrego in 2008, it arrived as a three-row SUV that directly challenged the established hierarchy of full-size off-roaders. The lineup offered both rear-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations, with seating for up to seven across three rows. A 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 276 horsepower was the sole powertrain, paired with a five-speed automatic transmi
When Kia introduced the Borrego to American buyers in 2009, it arrived as a three-row SUV squarely aimed at families trading in aging Explorers and Pathfinders. The 3.7-litre V6 produced 276 horsepower, while the optional 4.6-litre V8 delivered 337 hp—enough to challenge established players in a segment already crowded by Toyota and Nissan. Standard all-wheel-drive options and
By 2014, the Mohave had carved a distinct niche in markets where Land Cruiser and Pathfinder dominated. Kia's three-litre turbodiesel engine produced 239 horsepower and substantial torque, making it a genuine contender for buyers seeking seven-seat capability and genuine off-road credentials without the heritage price tag. Global distribution remained selective—strongest in Asi
By 2015, the second-generation Mohave faced a crowded premium SUV market where buyers weighed it against the Range Rover Sport and Toyota 4Runner. Kia's engineers fitted a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel producing 200 hp, paired with a robust eight-speed automatic gearbox that delivered both on-road composure and off-road capability. The model's refined interior and warranty coverage ga
By 2016, the Mohave offered buyers a three-row cabin and muscular proportions in a segment where the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Toyota 4Runner dominated. The seven-seater came with either a 3.0-litre diesel pushing 197 horsepower or a V6 petrol option, depending on market. What set it apart was pricing: Kia undercut rivals while delivering genuine off-road hardware and a spacious
By 2017, the Mohave had matured into a genuine rival for Toyota's Land Cruiser and Nissan's Patrol in Korean showrooms. Kia positioned the second-generation model as a three-row family hauler with serious off-road credentials, offering buyers a 2.2-litre diesel good for 200 hp alongside a more refined cabin and updated safety electronics that competitors had only recently match
By 2018, the Mohave faced stiff competition from the Range Rover Sport, Toyota 4Runner, and Nissan Armada—yet Kia's flagship SUV offered surprising substance. The 3.0-litre turbodiesel delivered 265 horsepower with genuine off-road credentials: a body-on-frame construction, electronic locking differentials, and available all-terrain tyres. Where rivals demanded premium pricing,
The 2019 Mohave reached Korean dealerships as Kia's flagship SUV, built to compete directly with Land Cruiser and Pajero buyers who valued durability over badge prestige. A 265 hp turbodiesel V6 and standard all-wheel drive underpinned a seven-seat layout designed for families needing serious off-road capability. Korean-market buyers found themselves with a genuine alternative
By 2020, the Mohave faced intensified competition from Hyundai's Palisade and emerging Chinese rivals, yet Kia's three-row flagship held ground with its muscular stance and the familiar 3.0-litre turbodiesel good for 227 horsepower. The refreshed model brought sharper styling cues and revised interior ergonomics, appealing to buyers who valued durability and presence over trend
By 2021, the Mohave reached markets where Toyota Land Cruiser and Jeep Grand Cherokee dominated the three-row SUV segment. Kia's answer came with a 3.0-litre diesel delivering 182 kW or a 3.8-litre petrol V6 good for 227 kW. International specifications emphasised durability over fashion: ladder frame, electronic locking differentials, and a towing capacity that rivalled its Ja
The 2022 Mohave paired a robust 3.0-litre turbodiesel engine with a reinforced body-on-frame architecture, delivering the kind of torque and towing capacity that challenged established competitors in its segment. Eight-speed automatic transmission and available all-wheel drive made it competitive against costlier rivals, while Kia's warranty and aftersales network gave it real
By 2023, the Mohave lineup offered buyers a choice between the turbodiesel 3.0-litre engine producing 277 hp and a petrol variant, each paired with an eight-speed automatic. The range spanned from entry-level comfort to fully appointed luxury trim, addressing the premium SUV segment where buyers weighed practicality against German competitors.
By 2024, the Mohave had solidified its position as Kia's flagship three-row SUV, arriving in showrooms with a refreshed cabin and enhanced technology integration. The Korean market received the full-size model with its 3.8-litre naturally aspirated V6 engine producing 295 horsepower, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Buyers could specify seating for five or sev
The archive contains 15 original documents for this model line. The collection spans brochures, dealer catalogs, and press kits from various markets and time periods. Together, they provide a comprehensive view of how Kia marketed and developed this model across different regions and years.
The archive spans 2008 to 2024. Documents are present across this range, covering the model from its original Borrego launch through the Mohave rebrand. Some individual years may have limited documentation, but the overall timeline captures major phases of the model's lifecycle.
Yes, these original documents are valuable for restoration work. Brochures and catalogs show original specifications, color options, and trim variants. For detailed mechanical maintenance information, consult factory service manuals, which offer more technical depth than sales literature.
The archive includes documents from three different markets, showing regional differences in trim levels, features, and marketing approaches. These variants reveal how Kia adapted the Borrego and Mohave for different customer bases and regulatory environments across regions.
This archive page focuses on the original documents themselves as historical sources. The catalog page presents technical specifications and performance data. Here you access the actual brochures and press materials that dealers and the public saw when the vehicle was current.
The archive grows as new original documents are discovered and digitized. Updates occur regularly but depend on material availability. You can follow the collection to be notified when new documents are added to the Borrego and Mohave archive.
The archive covers two main variants: the original Borrego and the later Mohave rebrand. Documents trace the model's evolution and name change across these phases. Both generations are represented with original sales literature and promotional materials from their respective eras.