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Hyundai Kona vs Kia K4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Kia K4?

Hyundai Kona

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Kia K4

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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2648 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

Kona

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 Hyundai Kona has a slightly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

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

Both models offer the same torque – 265 Nm.

Kona

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, Hyundai Kona is slight lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1415 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slight more room – 466 L compared to 438 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Kona proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
Hyundai Kona
Kia K4

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Hyundai Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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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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Hyundai Kona
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
25700 - 32800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
132 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
-
Width
1825 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.