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Ford Kuga vs Kia XCeed - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 23100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Kia XCeed?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

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.

XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Engine and Performance:

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.

Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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.

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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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £34,200
Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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
Kia XCeed

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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 XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Kia 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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Ford Kuga
Kia XCeed
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XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
144 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
426 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1826 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
471 - 479 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.