2025 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2025 Kia K4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Elantra

2025 Hyundai
Elantra

MSRP*: $21,875 to $28,725
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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 28 - 32 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 35 - 41 MPG 39 - 40 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.6-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, Continuously Variable Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 201 hp 147 - 190 hp
Exterior Length 184.1 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 72.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.7 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.3 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
The Hyundai Elantra offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Kia K4 with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia K4, the Hyundai Elantra may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.

Convenience
The Hyundai Elantra will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia K4, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Hyundai Elantra is somewhat more expensive than the Kia K4.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Elantra is a little narrower than the Kia K4, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Elantra takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia K4.

Handling
The Hyundai Elantra has about the same turning radius as the Kia K4, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Hyundai Elantra and the Kia K4.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Hyundai Elantra and the Kia K4 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Hyundai Elantra and the Kia K4.