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Kia XCeed vs Mazda CX-30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Mazda CX-30?

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia XCeed has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2100 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda CX-30 manages with 5.70 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

CX-30

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 Mazda CX-30 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 186 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-30 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia XCeed pulls barely noticeable stronger with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.

XCeed

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia XCeed is slight lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers barely noticeable more room – 430 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 barely noticeable takes the win – 496 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-30 is clearly ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Kia XCeed
Mazda CX-30

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CX-30

Mazda CX-30

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.6 L

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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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.

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Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Kia XCeed
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
-
Width
1826 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed 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.