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Jeep Compass vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Kia K4?

Jeep Compass vs Kia K4: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,438 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

K4

Engine and Performance:

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 Jeep Compass offers slightly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers markedly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Compass

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 K4 is slightly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers marginally more boot space – 604 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries barely more – 473 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass stands well ahead of its rival 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 95 - 500 km
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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Reviews Jeep Compass

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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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Reviews Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:45

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20 May 2026, 08:04:45

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:44

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but hampered by a sluggish gearbox and poor soundproofing.

Efficiency / Consumption & Range
Comfort & Interior
Driving Fun / Performance
Technology & Infotainment
Safety
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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Kia
Is the Jeep Compass offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Compass is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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