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Kia Ceed vs Peugeot 208 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Kia Ceed meets Peugeot 208.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 208 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £, while the Kia Ceed costs 23500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2795 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Peugeot 208 has a somewhat edge – offering 156 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls slight stronger with 270 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm difference.

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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, Peugeot 208 is slightly lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1298 kg. The difference is around 133 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers somewhat more room – 395 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed performs slight better – up to 1291 L, which is about 128 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed somewhat takes the win – 490 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 208 shows itself to be barely ahead 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 £20,700
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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 362 - 432 km
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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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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4315 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot

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What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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