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.
Kia XCeed has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11108 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 3.60 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 Ford Kuga has a noticeable edge – offering 243 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia XCeed pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 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.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Kia XCeed is slightly lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers hardly perceptible more room – 426 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs somewhat better – up to 1534 L, which is about 156 L more than the Kia XCeed.
When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.
The Ford Kuga proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 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
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
144 - 155 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
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
1526 - 1859 kg
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4395 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
471 - 479 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
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 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
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.