Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai Tucson or Kia Ceed fits your lifestyle better.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Ceed has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Hyundai Tucson costs 30600 £. That’s a price difference of around 7157 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 5 L per 100 km.
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 Tucson has a decisively edge – offering 252 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs barely noticeable better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls evident stronger with 379 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 126 Nm difference.
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 slightly lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 244 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 508 L more than the Kia Ceed.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson to a small extent takes the win – 545 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Tucson is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30600 - 46300 £
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
64 - 70 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
22 - 172 g/km
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 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
1542 - 1889 kg
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Length
4510 - 4535 mm
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Length
4315 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1447 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
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Payload
523 - 545 kg
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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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
136 - 252 HP
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 - 185 kW
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Engine capacity
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
E, B, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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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.