Compare performance (223 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (39400 £ vs 25600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Kia K4?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia K4 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25600 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13800 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.
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 Toyota Prius has a somewhat edge – offering 223 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.80 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
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 somewhat lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia K4 offers significantly more room – 604 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia K4 to a small extent takes the win – 455 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
The Toyota Prius 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.
The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.
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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Price
39400 - 45800 £
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Price
25600 - 34200 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
12 - 17 g/km
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co2
132 - 161 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1620 - 1630 kg
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Curb weight
1415 - 1540 kg
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Trunk capacity
284 L
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Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
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Length
4599 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1782 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1470 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
365 - 375 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
CVT
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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
223 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
177 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
-
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
164 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Kia
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.