Compare performance (140 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Peugeot 208?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Peugeot 208 is decisively ahead 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 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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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1165 - 1530 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
-
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Length
4055 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.