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Mitsubishi ASX vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi ASX or Kia K4?

Mitsubishi ASX vs Kia K4: Key differences

Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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Kia K4

  • a bit more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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

ASX

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is moderately cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,342 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

K4

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 Kia K4 offers a bit more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia K4 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia K4 delivers only slightly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

ASX

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, Mitsubishi ASX is marginally lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,415 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers slightly more boot space – 604 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi ASX 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 £21,400
ASX

Mitsubishi ASX

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6 L/100km
Mitsubishi ASX
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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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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Mitsubishi ASX
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 32,500 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
99 - 137 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
397 - 445 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Kia
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