Compare performance (110 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 23100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Kia XCeed?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Sandero has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Kia XCeed costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12429 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Sandero manages with 5.30 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia XCeed has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.50 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia XCeed pulls noticeable stronger with 265 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is clearly perceptible lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1351 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers evident more room – 426 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs somewhat better – up to 1378 L, which is about 270 L more than the Dacia Sandero.
When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed hardly perceptible takes the win – 479 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
The Kia XCeed proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia XCeed is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsKia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.
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Price
10700 - 16700 £
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 140 g/km
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Trunk capacity
328 L
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Length
4088 - 4099 mm
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Length
4395 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Height
1499 - 1535 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1108 L
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Payload
404 - 436 kg
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
67 - 110 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Torque
95 - 200 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Kia
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The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.