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Hyundai Tucson vs Kia Ceed – Which car suits you better?

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.

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

Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

Tucson @ 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 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £30,600
Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 64 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

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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.

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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 Tucson
Kia Ceed
Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company
Ceed @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
30600 - 46300 £
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 172 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Length
4315 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1447 mm
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Payload
523 - 545 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

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.