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Kia Ceed vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Volvo V90?

Kia Ceed

Volvo V90

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

V90

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 Volvo V90 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 456 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Kia Ceed is decisively lighter – 1298 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 777 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers a bit more room – 488 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 hardly perceptible takes the win – 515 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V90 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £62,300
V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Kia Ceed
Volvo V90

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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Kia Ceed
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4945 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
-
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
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.