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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Ceed comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 23500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Kia Ceed?

Hyundai Kona vs Kia Ceed: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • slight cheaper
  • clearly perceptible more power
  • clearly perceptible more efficient
  • evident quicker from 0–100 km/h

Kia Ceed

  • barely noticeable lighter

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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

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

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 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.

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

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.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 490 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is far ahead 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.

Hyundai Kona
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Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km

Hyundai Kona

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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

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4355 - 4385 mm
Length
-
Width
1825 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1580 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.