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- Chef XL KVL4140 vs KVL85
Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140 vs Kenwood KVL85
What Chef XL KVL4140 does better (2) and where KVL85 wins (4) — every spec side by side.
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8.6Power & capacity7.5
9.3Versatility9.5
8.2Controls & convenience8.7
Dimensions
Size comparison
Chef XL KVL4140KVL85
| Chef XL KVL4140 | KVL85 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 356 mm | 400 mm | −44 mm |
| Width | 380 mm | 370 mm | +10 mm |
| Depth | 285 mm | 230 mm | +55 mm |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 24 kg | −10.5 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Chef XL KVL4140 better than KVL85?
- Max. dough per batch5 kg vs 2.6 kg+95%
- Cord length1.2 m vs 1 m+20%
Why is KVL85 better than Chef XL KVL4140?
- Number of accessories6 vs 10+67%
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)6.7 l vs 7 l+4%
- DisplayNone (dials / switches) vs LCD
- TimerNo · Chef XL KVL4140: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 1,200 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 6.7 l | 7 l |
| Speed settings | 8 | — |
| Max. dough per batch | 5 kg | 2.6 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | Yes | Yes |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | Yes | Yes |
| Pulse function | Yes | Yes |
| Soft start | No | No |
| Built-in scale | — | Yes |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set | Whisk, Dough hook, Splash guard, Second bowl, Food processor, Mincer, Spatula, Scale |
| Number of accessories | 6 | 10 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Crush ice, Blend | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Blend, Weigh |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Display | None (dials / switches) | LCD |
| Timer | No | Yes |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Yes | Yes |
| Housing | Metal | Metal |
| Cord length | 1.2 m | 1 m |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 24 kg |
| Width | 380 mm | 370 mm |
| Height | 356 mm | 400 mm |
| Depth | 285 mm | 230 mm |
| Colours | Silver | Silver |
| Series | Kenwood Chef XL | — |
