VS

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or Kia K4?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs Kia K4: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • a bit cheaper
  • a bit more efficient

Kia K4

  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is a bit cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,322 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.1 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia K4 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van delivers marginally more torque with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

Kangoo Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia K4 is very slightly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,493 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries considerably more – 901 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 446 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van 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.

from £22,400
Kangoo Compact Van

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 75 - 122 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 270 - 290 km
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

details

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.

details
Renault Kangoo Compact Van
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
498 - 901 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Kia
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.