Compare performance (140 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (23,500 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Maxus Euniq 5?
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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,922 £.
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 Maxus Euniq 5 offers markedly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus Euniq 5 delivers moderately more torque with 310 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.
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: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is visibly lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 512 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Maxus Euniq 5 carries marginally more – 541 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
The Maxus Euniq 5 is clearly ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
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Price
46,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
360 km
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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
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
4,825 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
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Height
1,800 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
541 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
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
310 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
130 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 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
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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
Maxus
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