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Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£290Motor power:1200 WBowl capacity:6.7 LNumber of speed levels:8Number of included attachments:5Weight:7.66 kg

Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S Review: Compare 41 technical specifications, 2 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, ratings from across the web and expert reviews.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 60%, List score 15%, User score 15%, Reviews score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

60%

7.3

Technical score

15%

9.3

User score

15%

8.4

List score

10%

8.4

Reviews score

★Better than 92% of stand mixers
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the stand mixer's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a stand mixer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

▲Better than 83%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components

35%

7.7

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

9.2

Bowl

15%

8.4

Accessories

10%

6.9

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

▲Better than 82%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 55% of models

80%

8.5

Average grade

20%

8.0

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
▲Better than 55%
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models

70%

9.4

Rating

30%

9.2

Popularity

★Better than 94%
8.4

List score

List score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 15% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 13 lists (8%)
▲Better than 85%
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Ranked #16 of 219 models in Stand Mixers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of stand mixer Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components:

35%

7.7

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

9.2

Bowl

15%

8.4

Accessories

10%

6.9

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

7.3
Reviews score
8.4
User score
9.3
List score
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the stand mixer's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a stand mixer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

7.9
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
1,200 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,200 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 60.7% of stand mixers and equal to that of 14.3% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
8
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 8 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 52.4% of stand mixers and equal to that on 12.1% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
?
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Bowl capacity
6.7 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 6.7 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 76.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 5.8% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
?
Bowl material
stainless steel
Splash guard included
yes
This stand mixer has a splash guard, unlike 90.5%.
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This stand mixer has dishwasher-safe parts, unlike 85.1%.
Built-in scale
no
This stand mixer does not have built-in scale, unlike 89.5%.
Heating function
no
This stand mixer does not have heating function, unlike 96.6%.
Maximum timer
?
Display
no
This stand mixer does not have a display. 27.2% of stand mixers have a display.
Control type
dial
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Number of included attachments
5
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 5 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 82.8% of stand mixers and equal to that with 4.7% of stand mixers.
Dough hook included
yes
This stand mixer has a dough hook, unlike 100%.
Flat beater included
yes
This stand mixer has a flat beater, unlike 96.3%.
Wire whisk included
yes
This stand mixer has a wire whisk, unlike 99.5%.
Meat grinder included
yes
This stand mixer includes a meat grinder, unlike 9.1%.
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Height
34.5 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 34.5 cm, which is lower than the height of 52.7% of stand mixers and equal to that of 3.2% of stand mixers.
Width
34.5 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 34.5 cm in width, which is wider than 69% of stand mixers.
Depth
28 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 28 cm, which is shallower than 59% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 1.8% of stand mixers.
Weight
7.66 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 7.66 kg, which is heavier than 50.9% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.5% of stand mixers.
Body material
metal
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Overload protection
yes
This stand mixer has overload protection, unlike 99.3%.
Safety locking system
yes
This stand mixer has safety locking system, unlike 97.5%.
Automatic shut-off
no
This stand mixer does not have automatic shut-off, unlike 42.2%.
Non-slip feet
yes
This stand mixer has non-slip feet, unlike 100%.

Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 2 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • 1.7 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.7 L vs 5 L).
    6.7 L vs 5 L
  • 200 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,200 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,000 W
  • 20.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 94% of models

    70%

    9.4

    Rating

    30%

    9.2

    Popularity

    9.3 vs 7.7
  • 1 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (8 vs 7).
    8 vs 7
  • Includes a meat grinder
    This stand mixer includes a meat grinder (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 6.2% better value for money
    Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.86 vs 7.4).
    7.86 vs 7.4
  • 3.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (28 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    28 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 20.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 94% of models

    70%

    9.4

    Rating

    30%

    9.2

    Popularity

    9.3 vs 7.7
  • 6.2% better value for money
    Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.86 vs 7.4).
    7.86 vs 7.4
  • 12.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 55% of models

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.4 vs 7.5
  • 1.2% higher list score
    List score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 15% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 13 lists (8%)
    8.4 vs 8.3
  • 200 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,200 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,000 W
  • 1 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (8 vs 7).
    8 vs 7
  • 3.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (28 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    28 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (34.5 cm vs 35 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 35 cm
  • 1.7 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.7 L vs 5 L).
    6.7 L vs 5 L
  • 2 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • Includes a meat grinder
    This stand mixer includes a meat grinder (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 6.5 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (34.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 28 cm
  • 0.09 m shorter power cord
    This stand mixer has a shorter power cord and must sit closer to a wall outlet than the average stand mixer (1 m vs 1.09 m).
    1 m vs 1.09 m
  • 38.1% more expensive
    Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£290 vs £210).
    £290 vs £210
  • 2.1% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (7.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    7.66 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 38.1% more expensive
    Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£290 vs £210).
    £290 vs £210
  • 6.5 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (34.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 28 cm
  • 0.09 m shorter power cord
    This stand mixer has a shorter power cord and must sit closer to a wall outlet than the average stand mixer (1 m vs 1.09 m).
    1 m vs 1.09 m
  • 2.1% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (7.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    7.66 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
maisonmalin.org
≈ estimated
10/05/2026
Hands-on test · Planetary mixer
Verdict
The Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S is a powerful mixer for big batches of bread dough, though its thin splash guard and handleless bowl are weak points.
8.0
shopping.giallozafferano.it
≈ estimated
13/01/2026
Home use review · Stand mixer
Verdict
The Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S is a versatile, sturdy planetary mixer with good value for its accessories, though it is bulky and needs its own kitchen space.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S

  • Powerful 1200-watt motor that easily kneads heavy doughs and thick batters.
  • Large 6.7-liter stainless steel bowl ideal for preparing large batches.
  • Excellent versatility with included attachments like a meat grinder, glass blender, and core baking tools.
  • Sturdy, durable die-cast metal housing designed for longevity.
  • Compatible with a wide ecosystem of over 25 optional accessories.

What customers don't like about Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S

  • Bulky footprint and heavy weight make it difficult to move and store in smaller kitchens.
  • Struggles with very small batches as attachments do not perfectly reach the bottom of the deep bowl.
  • Can become quite loud and noisy, particularly when running at higher speed settings.
  • The mixing bowl lacks handles, making it awkward to grip or pour from.
  • May vibrate or move across the countertop when processing exceptionally heavy or dense doughs.

Verdict

The Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170S is a robust, silver metal-bodied stand mixer featuring a powerful 1200-watt motor, variable electronic speed controls with a pulse function, and an extra-large 6.7-liter stainless steel mixing bowl capable of handling up to 2.6 kg of cake batter or 2.5 kg of heavy dough. Its main pros include an extensive bundled accessory kit—comprising a K-beater, wire whisk, dough hook, a 1.6-liter thermo-resistant glass blender, and a dedicated meat grinder—alongside a planetary mixing action that ensures total ingredient incorporation. However, its notable cons are a large, heavy footprint that demands significant countertop space, its inefficiency when processing very small ingredient batches, and the tendency for the standard attachments to occasionally struggle to reach the absolute bottom of the bowl.

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