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Hyundai i20 vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (18,600 £ vs 24,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Kia Ceed Sportswagon?

Hyundai i20 vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon: Key differences

Hyundai i20

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • markedly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i20 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 18,600 £ , while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon costs 24,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,734 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

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 Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers markedly more power – delivering 140 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.7 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Ceed Sportswagon delivers visibly more torque with 253 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 81 Nm more.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is somewhat lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon 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.

from £24,300
Ceed Sportswagon

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 6.4 L/100km
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Hyundai i20

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Jason
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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,600 - 24,000 £
Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
463 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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