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Kia K4 vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia K4 or Ford Puma?

Kia K4 vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • a bit more trunk space
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

K4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Puma is very slightly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 848 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Puma

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 Kia K4 offers barely more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Puma delivers barely more torque with 290 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

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, Ford Puma is barely lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,415 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers a bit more boot space – 604 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries barely more – 469 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma comes out clearly 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Kia K4
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Kia K4
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
132 - 161 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 - 455 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Ford
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