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Kia Ceed vs Mercedes B Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (140 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Mercedes B Class?
Ceed
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Ceed has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9652 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.
B Class
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 Mercedes B Class has a clearly edge – offering 238 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm difference.
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Ceed
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Ceed is hardly perceptible lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers a bit more room – 455 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class slightly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Mercedes B Class shows itself to be is largely superior 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 £33,100
Mercedes B Class
Kia Ceed
Mercedes B Class
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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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Mercedes B Class
5 (4 Reviews)
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Kia Ceed
Mercedes B Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
-
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?
The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.