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Honda Civic vs Kia K4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Kia K4?

Honda Civic

Kia K4

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia K4 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

Civic

Engine and Performance:

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 Honda Civic has a minimal edge – offering 184 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls to a small extent stronger with 315 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Civic

Space and Everyday Use:

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 K4 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 102 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia K4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 438 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia K4 a bit takes the win – 455 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic stands out in the key areas 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.

Honda Civic
Kia K4

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Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 L

Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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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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Honda Civic
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
25700 - 32800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
132 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
-
Width
1890 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Honda
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.