Compare performance (180 HP vs 224 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or DS Automobiles N°4?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia XCeed has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°4 costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9986 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles N°4 manages with 3 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.
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 DS Automobiles N°4 has a somewhat edge – offering 224 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°4 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.10 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles N°4 pulls evident stronger with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.
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 XCeed is hardly perceptible lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1463 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.
In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles N°4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 430 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.
When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles N°4 slightly takes the win – 542 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
Overall, the DS Automobiles N°4 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.
Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.
detailsThe DS Automobiles N°4 showcases French elegance and innovation at its finest, blending luxury and cutting-edge technology seamlessly. This model is distinguished by its sophisticated design and attention to detail, offering a driving experience that resonates with both performance enthusiasts and lovers of style. As a hallmark of DS Automobiles' commitment to excellence, the N°4 continues to redefine what it means to drive a luxury vehicle, providing comfort and dynamic performance in equal measure.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
33100 - 47100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
77 - 449 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1463 - 1792 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
458 - 542 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
145 - 224 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 9.5 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.