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?
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 £.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsKia 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,600 £
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Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 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
132 - 161 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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
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Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
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Length
4,460 mm
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Length
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Width
1,720 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
1,875 mm
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
780 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 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
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
100 km/h
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Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Kia
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