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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs VW Passat – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Kia Ceed Sportswagon or VW Passat?

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

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

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 VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 11400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

Passat @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Passat has a significantly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs evident 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 Passat pulls noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 147 Nm difference.

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is slightly lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers barely noticeable more room – 690 L compared to 625 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs slightly better – up to 1920 L, which is about 226 L more than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat slightly takes the win – 577 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £35,700
Passat @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km

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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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
VW Passat
Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation
Passat @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 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
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
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.