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Kia Ceed vs Skoda Octavia Combi - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Kia Ceed

Skoda Octavia Combi

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

Ceed

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Ceed has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 24400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Octavia Combi

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 Skoda Octavia Combi has a decisively edge – offering 265 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 370 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm difference.

Ceed

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed is minimal lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers noticeable more room – 640 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi hardly perceptible takes the win – 534 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly superior overall 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.

Kia Ceed
Skoda Octavia Combi

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Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L

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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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Kia Ceed
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
-
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.