What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed have?

The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Kia Ceed's engine?

The Kia Ceed reaches a peak output of 140 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the Kia Ceed use?

On average, the Kia Ceed consumes 6 L.

What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Volvo XC40's engine?

Up to 197 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo XC40 according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 6.50 L.

What maximum speed does the Volvo XC40 reach?

The Volvo XC40 reaches up to 180 km/h.

What are the Volvo XC40’s length, width and height?

The Volvo XC40 measures 4425 mm long, 1863 mm wide and 1652 mm high.

Kia Ceed vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

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

Ceed

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Ceed has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 13285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Ceed manages with 6 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

XC40

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 Volvo XC40 has a noticeable edge – offering 197 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC40 pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 47 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Kia Ceed is distinct lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers slightly more room – 452 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 hardly perceptible takes the win – 532 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo XC40 shows itself to be leads convincingly overall 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 23500 - 26300 £	Price 36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km 6 - 6.4 L	Consumption L/100km 6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 137 - 146 g/km	co2 147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity -	Fuel tank capacity 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors -	Doors 5
Curb weight 1298 - 1372 kg	Curb weight 1688 kg
Trunk capacity 357 - 395 L	Trunk capacity 452 L
Length -	Length 4425 mm
Width 1800 mm	Width 1863 mm
Height -	Height 1652 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 1328 L
Payload 478 - 490 kg	Payload 532 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 Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 100 - 140 HP	Power HP 163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.5 - 13.2 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed -	Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 172 - 253 Nm	Torque 265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 74 - 103 kW	Power kW 120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity 998 - 1482 cm3	Engine capacity 1969 cm3