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Toyota Corolla vs Kia K4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (178 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (28600 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Kia K4?

Toyota Corolla

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Kia K4

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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia K4 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2872 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

Corolla

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 has a slight edge – offering 180 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

Corolla

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 curb weight, Kia K4 is barely noticeable lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia K4 offers to a small extent more room – 438 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia K4 slight takes the win – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Toyota Corolla
Kia K4

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from about £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.40 L

Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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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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Toyota Corolla
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
28600 - 34900 £
Price
25700 - 32800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 g/km
co2
132 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
Length
4370 mm
Length
-
Width
1790 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Kia
Is the Toyota Corolla offered with different drivetrains?

The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.