Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Ceed has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £. That’s a price difference of around 21094 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.
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 Peugeot 508 has a decisively edge – offering 360 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 pulls clearly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 267 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Kia Ceed is evident lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers to a small extent more room – 487 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 performs somewhat better – up to 1537 L, which is about 246 L more than the Kia Ceed.
When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
The Peugeot 508 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 508 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Price
44600 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 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
46 - 55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
36 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Length
4315 mm
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Length
4750 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1447 mm
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Height
1403 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
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Max trunk capacity
1537 L
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
379 - 469 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
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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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
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 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
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.