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Kia Ceed vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (23,500 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Toyota RAV4?

Kia Ceed vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Kia Ceed

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Toyota RAV4

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Ceed

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

RAV4

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 Toyota RAV4 offers significantly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

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, Kia Ceed is clearly lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 is far ahead 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Kia Ceed
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Kia Ceed
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
-
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota
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