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CUPRA Tavascan vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Kia EV4 Hatchback

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tavascan

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 EV4 Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,500 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Tavascan. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 625 km, about 72 km more than the CUPRA Tavascan.

EV4 Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Tavascan offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 396 Nm more.

Tavascan

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV4 Hatchback is noticeably lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,178 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers somewhat more boot space – 540 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries moderately more – 522 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan is decisively 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 £45,700
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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Kia EV4 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 49,600 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,178 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
4,644 mm
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,597 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
507 - 522 kg
Payload
445 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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