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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Ceed – Differences & prices compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai Kona or Kia Ceed fits your lifestyle better.
Kona
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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 Kona has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Kia Ceed costs 23500 £. That’s a price difference of around 420 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.
Ceed
@ 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 Hyundai Kona has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls minimal stronger with 265 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm difference.
Kona
@ Hyundai Motor Company
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 is barely noticeable lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 72 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers to a small extent more room – 466 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs barely noticeable better – up to 1300 L, which is about 9 L more than the Kia Ceed.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 490 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Hyundai Kona proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £23,100
@ Hyundai Motor Company
Hyundai Kona
Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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Kia Ceed
The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
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Hyundai Kona
Kia Ceed
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 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
Hatchback
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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
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4315 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1447 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
172 - 253 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
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include 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.