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Dacia Sandero vs Kia Ceed - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (122 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (11000 £ vs 23500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Kia Ceed?

Dacia Sandero

Kia Ceed

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

Sandero

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 11000 £ , while the Kia Ceed costs 23500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Sandero manages with 5.30 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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 Kia Ceed has a somewhat edge – offering 140 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Ceed is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9.50 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 253 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 53 Nm difference.

Sandero

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is to a small extent lighter – 1100 kg compared to 1298 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers hardly perceptible more room – 395 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed to a small extent takes the win – 490 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Sandero holds a solid 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.

Dacia Sandero
Kia Ceed

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Sandero

Dacia Sandero

  • Engine Type : Petrol, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 122 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 7.2 L

Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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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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Dacia Sandero
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

Price
11000 - 16300 £
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
111 - 131 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1100 - 1297 kg
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Trunk capacity
372 L
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1853 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 436 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 122 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
49 - 90 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.