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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Skoda Karoq – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Skoda Karoq fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 Sportswagon has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4748 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 1.10 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 Skoda Karoq has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 190 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs to a small extent better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 107 Nm difference.

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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 Sportswagon is hardly perceptible lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers a bit more room – 625 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs slight better – up to 1694 L, which is about 64 L more than the Skoda Karoq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq somewhat takes the win – 549 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Karoq proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
Karoq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a versatile estate car that combines practicality with a touch of elegance. It offers a spacious interior, making it ideal for families or those with an active lifestyle. The vehicle's sleek design and advanced features make it a strong contender in the competitive estate car market.

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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Skoda Karoq
Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 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
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
Is the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-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.