What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Kia Ceed's engine?

The Kia Ceed reaches a peak output of 140 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the Kia Ceed use?

On average, the Kia Ceed consumes 6 L.

Is the Lexus LS offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

How much power does the Lexus LS deliver on the road?

Up to 359 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Lexus LS use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 9.60 L.

How much luggage fits in the Lexus LS?

Depending on configuration, up to 430 L fit inside.

What are the Lexus LS’s length, width and height?

The Lexus LS measures 5235 mm long, 1900 mm wide and 1460 mm high.

Kia Ceed vs Lexus LS comparison - differences, prices & technical data

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Ceed manages with 6 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.60 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

LS

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS has a clearly edge – offering 359 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

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.

Seats: Kia Ceed offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed is clearly lighter – 1298 kg compared to 2345 kg. The difference is around 1047 kg.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed is clearly superior overall 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.

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Reviews Kia Ceed

Reviews Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption
Price 23500 - 26300 £	Price 112300 - 131100 £
Consumption L/100km 6 - 6.4 L	Consumption L/100km 9.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 137 - 146 g/km	co2 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity -	Fuel tank capacity 82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Sedan
Seats 5	Seats 4
Doors -	Doors 4
Curb weight 1298 - 1372 kg	Curb weight 2345 kg
Trunk capacity -	Trunk capacity 430 L
Length -	Length 5235 mm
Width 1800 mm	Width 1900 mm
Height -	Height 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 478 - 490 kg	Payload 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV	Engine Type Full Hybrid
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 359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.5 - 13.2 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.50 s
Max Speed -	Max Speed 250 km/h
Torque 172 - 253 Nm	Torque -
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 6
Power kW 74 - 103 kW	Power kW 264 kW
Engine capacity 998 - 1482 cm3	Engine capacity 3456 cm3