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Kia Ceed vs Nissan Leaf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 30800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Nissan Leaf?

Kia Ceed

Nissan Leaf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Ceed has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Nissan Leaf costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7294 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Leaf has a distinct edge – offering 217 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.90 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Ceed performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Nissan Leaf tops out at 157 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Leaf pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 340 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 87 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Ceed is noticeable lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1580 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers barely noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 394 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed performs evident better – up to 1291 L, which is about 501 L more than the Nissan Leaf.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed somewhat takes the win – 490 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Leaf proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Leaf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
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Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 17.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 270 - 385 km
Kia Ceed
Nissan Leaf

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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Kia Ceed
Nissan Leaf
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Costs and Consumption

Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
30800 - 37200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.8 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
270 - 385 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
39 - 59 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1580 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 394 L
Length
4315 mm
Length
4490 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1788 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1540 - 1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Max trunk capacity
790 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
384 - 415 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
150 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
144 - 157 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
320 - 340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
110 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed 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.