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 VW ID.4 costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10238 £.
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 VW ID.4 has a convincingly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 197 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 426 Nm difference.
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 decisively lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers somewhat more room – 625 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1694 L, which is about 119 L more than the VW ID.4.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 slightly takes the win – 551 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.
The VW ID.4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24300 - 29100 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4605 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1422 - 1465 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Payload
511 - 551 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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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.