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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Lexus UX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 199 HP), boot space and price (24300 £ vs 37900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Lexus UX?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

Lexus UX

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £, while the Lexus UX costs 37900 £. That’s a price difference of around 13594 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus UX manages with 5 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus UX has a evident edge – offering 199 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus UX is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs somewhat better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Lexus UX tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is somewhat lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1495 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers decisively more room – 625 L compared to 320 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs evident better – up to 1694 L, which is about 463 L more than the Lexus UX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus UX noticeable takes the win – 615 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus UX proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus UX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,900
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Lexus UX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 199 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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Lexus UX

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The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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Reviews Kia Ceed Sportswagon

Reviews Lexus UX

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Norma
21 Dec 2025, 18:27:57

Lv my UX I live 10 miles outside Belfast do aloy of country driving to reach different places I go t

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
37900 - 54100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
113 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Curb weight
1495 - 1555 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1194 - 1231 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
555 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
199 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
146 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus

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Is the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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