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- Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs Chef XL KVL4140
Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140
What Chef Elite KVC 5401S does better (1) and where Chef XL KVL4140 wins (6) — every spec side by side.
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6.3Power & capacity8.6
7.2Versatility9.3
5.1Controls & convenience8.3
Why is Chef Elite KVC 5401S better than Chef XL KVL4140?
- Soft startYes · Chef XL KVL4140: No
Why is Chef XL KVL4140 better than Chef Elite KVC 5401S?
- Planetary mixing actionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
- Dishwasher-safe partsNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l vs 6.7 l+46%
- Pulse functionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
- Number of accessories5 vs 6+20%
- Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 5 kg+67%
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 1,200 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 4.6 l | 6.7 l |
| Speed settings | 8 | 8 |
| Max. dough per batch | 3 kg | 5 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | No | Yes |
| Mixer design | Lift arm (multi-position) | — |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | Yes | Yes |
| Pulse function | No | Yes |
| Soft start | Yes | No |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | — | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set |
| Number of accessories | 5 | 6 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Crush ice, Blend | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Crush ice, Blend |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Display | — | None (dials / switches) |
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | No | Yes |
| Housing | — | Metal |
| Cord length | — | 1.2 m |
| Weight | — | 13.5 kg |
| Width | — | 380 mm |
| Height | — | 356 mm |
| Depth | — | 285 mm |
| Colours | Silver | Silver |
| Series | Kenwood Chef Elite | Kenwood Chef XL |
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