Compare performance (243 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 24300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Kia Ceed Sportswagon?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9908 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
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 Ford Kuga has a clearly edge – offering 243 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed Sportswagon pulls barely noticeable stronger with 253 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 13 Nm difference.
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, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is somewhat lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers distinct more room – 625 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 213 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs barely noticeable better – up to 1545 L, which is about 11 L more than the Ford Kuga.
When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga slightly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
The Ford Kuga is clearly superior overall 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.
The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.
detailsThe Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
24300 - 29100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1526 - 1859 kg
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Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4605 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1422 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1545 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
197 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Kia
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The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.