Compare performance (601 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 23500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Kia Ceed?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia Ceed has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £. That’s a price difference of around 25894 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW i4 has a clearly edge – offering 601 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 461 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls clearly stronger with 795 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 542 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Ceed is decisively lighter – 1298 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 772 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers to a small extent more room – 470 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
Overall, the BMW i4 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.
The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.
detailsThe Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49400 - 62500 £
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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The BMW i4 is available as 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.