Compare performance (131 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (23000 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Kia K4?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes T Class has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23000 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2738 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes T Class manages with 5.10 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 180 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia K4 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.60 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes T Class pulls barely noticeable stronger with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.
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, Kia K4 is slight lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes T Class offers a bit more room – 520 L compared to 438 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes T Class noticeable takes the win – 630 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.
The Kia K4 leads convincingly 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.
The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.
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.
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Price
23000 - 30500 £
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Price
25700 - 32800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
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co2
132 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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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
1556 - 1678 kg
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Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Kia
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The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.