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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
25700 - 32800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
132 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.