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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs VW Golf Variant – 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 VW Golf Variant fits your lifestyle better.
Ceed Sportswagon
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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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1804 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
Golf Variant
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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 VW Golf Variant has a clearly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant 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 VW Golf Variant performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 167 Nm difference.
Ceed Sportswagon
@ Kia Corporation
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 minimal lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers slight more room – 625 L compared to 611 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1694 L, which is about 52 L more than the VW Golf Variant.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant a bit takes the win – 547 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Golf Variant proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf Variant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £26,100
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VW Golf Variant
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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VW Golf Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24300 - 29100 £
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Price
26100 - 48700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
114 - 185 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
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Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
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Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
4605 mm
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Length
4631 - 4651 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1422 - 1465 mm
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Height
1462 - 1487 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
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Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Payload
489 - 547 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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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.