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Kia Ceed vs VW Caddy Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 25800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Kia Ceed

VW Caddy Compact Van

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Ceed has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the VW Caddy Compact Van costs 25800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2344 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 5.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Caddy Compact Van has a slight edge – offering 150 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Ceed performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 197 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy Compact Van pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 67 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Ceed offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed is a bit lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1442 kg. The difference is around 144 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2409 L more than the Kia Ceed.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van distinct takes the win – 759 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Caddy Compact Van proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Caddy Compact Van is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km
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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
25800 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4315 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1819 - 1823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW

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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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