by KG Mobility has introduced an updated version of its popular Torres SUV for the South Korean market. This is the first major update of the model in four years since its debut. Although the exterior changes are quite restrained, the interior has received significantly more innovations, involving both digital technologies and physical control elements.
Exterior changes and dimensions
The front of the car has received an updated bumper with horizontal slots and a trim that mimics aluminum. This element harmoniously combines with new front and rear skid plates, which look more refined without losing the off-road character. The company has also added a new design of 20-inch five-spoke alloy wheels and a fresh body color option called Plasma Shadow.
Due to the changes in the bumper, the overall length of the car has increased by 5 mm (0.2 inches) and now stands at 4,705 mm (185.2 inches). The wheelbase remains unchanged at 2,680 mm (105.5 inches).
Interior and technologies
Inside the car, far more significant changes have taken place. The main innovation is the return of physical buttons for climate control, replacing the touch panel on the center console. Next to them is a larger 12.3-inch multimedia system display (previously 9-inch), running on new Athena 2.5 software. The digital instrument cluster also has a 12.3-inch diagonal.
The steering wheel has a more modern design with a separate rotary switch for selecting driving modes. Additionally, KGM has installed two wireless charging pads, USB Type-C ports throughout the cabin, and an enhanced set of driver assistance systems. Interior upholstery is available in black, brown, or gray colors.
Powertrains and transmission
Under the hood, the Torres retains its gasoline and hybrid powertrains. The turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder T-GDI engine, carried over from the previous version, delivers 168 hp (125 kW / 170 PS). The main change is a new 8-speed automatic transmission, replacing the outdated 6-speed gearbox. Drive can be front-wheel or all-wheel. The all-wheel-drive version gets a Terrain mode selector with settings for sand, mud, snow, and gravel.
The self-charging hybrid version appeared at the end of 2025 and was developed in collaboration with Chinese automaker BYD. It combines a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine with two electric motors and a 1.8 kWh battery, driving the front axle. KGM also offers a fully electric Torres EVX version, which has its own unique design.
Pricing and availability
The updated KGM Torres is already on sale in Korea. Its price starts at 29.05 million won (approximately $19,300 at the current exchange rate) and reaches 36.51 million won ($24,200), slightly higher than the previous model’s price.
The Torres update demonstrates KG Mobility’s commitment to making its SUV more modern and user-friendly, especially in terms of interior ergonomics. The return of physical climate control buttons is a clear response to driver feedback, which often criticized the excessive reliance on touch panels. The installation of a new 8-speed automatic transmission and the addition of Terrain modes for the all-wheel-drive version make the car more appealing to those looking not just for a city crossover but also for a vehicle with certain off-road capabilities. The collaboration with BYD in developing the hybrid powertrain also indicates the company’s strategic direction toward electrification, although the main focus remains on traditional internal combustion engines.
