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Hyundai Tucson vs Kia XCeed - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 23100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Kia XCeed?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Kia XCeed costs 23100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

XCeed

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 Tucson has a noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls distinct stronger with 379 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm difference.

Tucson

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 XCeed is slightly lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeable more room – 620 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is decisively ahead 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 Tucson
Kia XCeed

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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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 XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Hyundai Tucson
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
144 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
426 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
-
Width
1865 mm
Width
1826 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
471 - 479 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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 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.