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Ford Kuga vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon - Differences and prices compared

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?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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

Kuga

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Ceed Sportswagon

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 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.

Kuga

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Ford Kuga
Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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Kuga

Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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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.

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The 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.

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Ford Kuga
Kia Ceed Sportswagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
24300 - 29100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4605 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1422 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1545 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
197 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.