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Kia Ceed vs VW ID.4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or VW ID.4?

Kia Ceed

VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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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.

Kia Ceed has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11095 £.

ID.4

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 ID.4 has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 426 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 significantly lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 677 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers evident more room – 543 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 somewhat takes the win – 551 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.4 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
Kia Ceed
VW ID.4

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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 ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Kia Ceed
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
23500 - 26300 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
-
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
-
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
515 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
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.