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Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (600 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (275,400 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Rolls-Royce Cullinan or Kia K4?

Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Kia K4: Key differences

Rolls-Royce Cullinan

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia K4

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Cullinan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia K4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Cullinan costs 275,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 250,638 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia K4 uses 5.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Cullinan with 16 L/100km. The difference is about 10.2 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 Rolls-Royce Cullinan offers significantly more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 420 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Cullinan delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 635 Nm more.

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 significantly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 2,660 kg. The difference is around 1,245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers very slightly more boot space – 604 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan carries significantly more – 840 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 385 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia K4 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 £24,800
K4

Kia K4

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan

The Cullinan seamlessly combines the hallmark luxury of Rolls-Royce with the rugged versatility of an SUV, making it a true standout in the automotive landscape. Its impeccably crafted interior envelops passengers in a serene atmosphere, complemented by advanced technology and unparalleled comfort. With its commanding presence on the road, the Cullinan redefines what it means to travel in style without compromising on capability.

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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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Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
275,400 - 324,600 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
16 - 16.8 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
-
co2
363 - 380 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,660 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
840 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
571 - 600 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
420 - 441 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Brand
Kia
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