Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (27800 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy 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 minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2054 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy 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.
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 to a small extent edge – offering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia K4 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.40 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls somewhat stronger with 320 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: VW Caddy offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Kia K4 is slightly lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.
When it comes to payload, VW Caddy noticeable takes the win – 710 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.
Overall, the VW Caddy shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.
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
27800 - 45900 £
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Price
25700 - 32800 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
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co2
132 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
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Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1819 - 1860 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
501 - 710 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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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
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Kia
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.