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Kia Ceed vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (23,500 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or SsangYong Tivoli?

Kia Ceed vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Kia Ceed

  • slightly more efficient
  • barely lighter

SsangYong Tivoli

  • very slightly cheaper
  • slightly more power

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

Ceed

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Tivoli is very slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Kia Ceed costs 23,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Ceed uses 6 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Tivoli

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Tivoli offers slightly more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Tivoli delivers marginally more torque with 280 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 27 Nm more.

Ceed

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is barely lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 1,375 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Tivoli is narrowly 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.

from £21,400
Tivoli

SsangYong Tivoli

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 8.3 L/100km
Kia Ceed
SsangYong Tivoli

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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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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Kia Ceed
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
-
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong
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