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BYD Han vs Kia Ceed comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 23,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Kia Ceed?

BYD Han vs Kia Ceed: Key differences

BYD Han

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Ceed

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Han

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Ceed is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,683 £.

Ceed

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Han offers substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 377 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.5 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 447 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is significantly lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 1,027 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed carries clearly more – 490 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £59,200
Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Jesús
20 May 2026, 12:34:47

Because I have one with 500,000 km with no problems, and because it has a timing chain.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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