Compare performance (196 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Kia K4?
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 a bit cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,515 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra offers only slightly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
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, Kia K4 is very slightly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers visibly more boot space – 604 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra is clearly superior overall 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 Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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co2
132 - 161 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Kia
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