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Kia Ceed vs Suzuki Swift comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (23,500 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Suzuki Swift?

Kia Ceed vs Suzuki Swift: Key differences

Kia Ceed

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
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Suzuki Swift

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Suzuki Swift is markedly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Kia Ceed costs 23,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,335 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swift uses 4.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

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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 Kia Ceed offers significantly more power – delivering 140 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Ceed delivers substantially more torque with 253 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm more.

Ceed

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Swift is visibly lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,298 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed carries visibly more – 490 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed holds a decisive overall lead 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 £23,500
Ceed

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/100km
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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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Reviews Kia Ceed

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Jesús
20 May 2026, 12:34:47

Because I have one with 500,000 km with no problems, and because it has a timing chain.

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Kris
9 Apr 2026, 18:26:38

Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the Kia Ceed?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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