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BYD ETP3 vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Kia K4?

BYD ETP3 vs Kia K4: Key differences

BYD ETP3

Kia K4

  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • somewhat lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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 K4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,858 £.

K4

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 Kia K4 offers visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia K4 delivers visibly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

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 K4 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Kia K4 is somewhat lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries considerably more – 780 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia K4 comes out clearly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £24,800
K4

Kia K4

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
BYD ETP3
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Kia K4

Kia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.

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BYD ETP3
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
-
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
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