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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Kia XCeed – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Kia XCeed?

BMW 4 Series Coupe

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia XCeed has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 22551 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 4 Series Coupe manages with 4.80 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 350 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 5 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia XCeed tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Coupe pulls convincingly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 435 Nm difference.

4 Series Coupe @ BMW Group Press

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Kia XCeed offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Kia XCeed is slightly lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1600 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers hardly perceptible more room – 440 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed a bit takes the win – 479 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 4 Series Coupe shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

BMW 4 Series Coupe
Kia XCeed

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4 Series Coupe @ BMW Group Press

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 10 L

BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Kia XCeed

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Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Kia XCeed
4 Series Coupe @ BMW Group Press
XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 92700 £
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
144 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1600 - 1895 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
426 L
Length
4768 - 4801 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1852 - 1887 mm
Width
1826 mm
Height
1383 - 1398 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
471 - 479 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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