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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Volvo V90 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Volvo V90?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

Volvo V90

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

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 37971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Volvo V90 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs slight better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 456 Nm difference.

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is significantly lighter – 1335 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers clearly perceptible more room – 625 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs somewhat better – up to 1694 L, which is about 240 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 slight takes the win – 515 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V90 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Volvo V90

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V90 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Volvo V90
Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation
V90 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
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.

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