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MINI MINI vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Kia K4?

MINI MINI vs Kia K4: Key differences

MINI MINI

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly 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

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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 barely cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the MINI MINI costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 95 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia K4 uses 5.8 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 MINI MINI offers noticeably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

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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, MINI MINI is only slightly lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,415 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers significantly more boot space – 604 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 329 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia K4 carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is decisively 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 £24,900
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 293 - 391 km
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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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Efficiency / Consumption & Range
Comfort & Interior
Driving Fun / Performance
Technology & Infotainment
Safety
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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
MINI
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the MINI MINI have?

The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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