Hyundai Inster vs Kia K4

The Hyundai Inster starts from $39,000 before on-road costs, while the Kia K4 opens at $32,090. That makes the Kia K4 the more affordable entry point by $6,910.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $42,900 and $35,299 respectively.

The Hyundai Inster qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Kia K4, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Hyundai Inster and Kia K4 hold a 4-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 70% for the Hyundai Inster and 85% for the Kia K4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Kia K4 packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Hyundai Inster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Hyundai Inster stands out with Apple CarPlay and V2L that you will not find on the Kia K4. The Kia K4 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Hyundai Inster uses a Electric producing 71kW and 147Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.6 seconds.

The Kia K4 responds with a Petrol making 112kW and 192Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.8 seconds.

The Kia K4 has the clear power advantage at 112kW vs 71kW. In the real-world sprint, the Kia K4 is 0.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Hyundai Inster measures 3,825mm long on a 2,580mm wheelbase, 615mm shorter than the Kia K4 at 4,440mm (2,720mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia K4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 280L in the Hyundai Inster and 438L in the Kia K4, giving the Kia K4 a 158L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Inster) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia K4). The Kia K4 has longer coverage.