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Kia Ceed vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (23,500 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Genesis G90?

Kia Ceed vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Kia Ceed

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter

Genesis G90

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Ceed

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,677 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Ceed uses 6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

G90

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 Genesis G90 offers substantially more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 275 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.5 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers significantly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 296 Nm more.

Ceed

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is significantly lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 962 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £23,500
Ceed

Kia Ceed

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 6.4 L/100km
Kia Ceed
Genesis G90

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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Kia Ceed
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
-
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Genesis
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