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Kia Ceed vs Peugeot 308 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Peugeot 308?

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

Ceed @ Kia Corporation

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 Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5760 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

308 @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

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 308 has a evident edge – offering 195 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs slightly better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls somewhat stronger with 300 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 47 Nm difference.

Ceed @ Kia Corporation

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed is slightly lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs minimal better – up to 1323 L, which is about 32 L more than the Kia Ceed.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 hardly perceptible takes the win – 503 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,200
308 @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km

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 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Kia Ceed
Peugeot 308
Ceed @ Kia Corporation
308 @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 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
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4315 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot
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.