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Jaguar E-Pace vs Kia Ceed comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 23,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Kia Ceed?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Kia Ceed: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Ceed

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Pace

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.

Kia Ceed is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Jaguar E-Pace costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

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 Jaguar E-Pace offers clearly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar E-Pace is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.5 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers considerably more torque with 540 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 287 Nm more.

E-Pace

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is clearly lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries somewhat more – 554 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 69 km
Jaguar E-Pace
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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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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Jaguar E-Pace
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Kia
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