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Kia K4 vs Jeep Compass comparison

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

Kia K4 vs Jeep Compass: Key differences

Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Kia K4 is visibly 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 significantly more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Compass

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass offers a bit 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 very slightly 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 clearly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Kia K4 is moderately lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers very slightly 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 marginally 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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Kia K4

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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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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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20 May 2026, 08:04:44

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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

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 161 g/km
co2
0 - 127 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
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
Payload
472 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 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, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Jeep
Is the Kia K4 offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia K4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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