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Kia Ceed vs Subaru Crosstrek - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 29800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Subaru Crosstrek?

Kia Ceed

Subaru Crosstrek

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Ceed has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Ceed manages with 6 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Kia Ceed has a slight edge – offering 140 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Ceed is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.50 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek performs minimal better – reaching 198 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed pulls noticeable stronger with 253 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Kia Ceed is distinct lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek performs barely noticeable better – up to 1314 L, which is about 23 L more than the Kia Ceed.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Crosstrek slight takes the win – 505 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia Ceed shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £23,500
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Kia Ceed

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 6.4 L
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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4315 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Kia
Brand
Subaru

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What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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