2024 BMW 228 Gran Coupe vs. 2025 Kia K4 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 228 Gran Coupe

2024 BMW
228 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $38,400 to $40,400
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Picture of the 2025 Kia K4

2025 Kia
K4

MSRP*: $21,990 to $28,090
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG 39 - 40 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 147 - 190 hp
Exterior Length 178.5 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 72.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.4 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 39.8 in
Rear 35.6 - 38.2 in
Front 37.1 - 39.0 in
Rear 37.0 - 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia K4 than the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 228 Gran Coupe and the Kia K4 in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe as you will with the Kia K4, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 228 Gran Coupe will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia K4, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is much slimmer than the Kia K4, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW 228 Gran Coupe is slightly shorter than the Kia K4, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe has a larger turning radius than the Kia K4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe has a much more powerful engine than the Kia K4. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 228 Gran Coupe does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Kia K4.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 228 Gran Coupe and the Kia K4.