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Hyundai i10 vs Kia XCeed comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or Kia XCeed?

Hyundai i10 vs Kia XCeed: Key differences

Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i10

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i10 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Kia XCeed costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,572 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i10 uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

XCeed

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia XCeed offers clearly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers clearly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 93 Nm more.

i10

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is noticeably lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers substantially more boot space – 426 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 174 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £23,100
XCeed

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Hyundai i10
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Kia XCeed

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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Hyundai i10
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
143 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
-
Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
471 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
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