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Kia XCeed vs Mazda CX-6e comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Mazda CX-6e?

Kia XCeed vs Mazda CX-6e: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter

Mazda CX-6e

  • markedly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia XCeed is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-6e costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,714 £.

CX-6e

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 Mazda CX-6e offers markedly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-6e is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-6e delivers very slightly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is considerably lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 854 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-6e offers only slightly more boot space – 468 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries visibly more – 485 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-6e sits just 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.

from £42,800
CX-6e

Mazda CX-6e

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 468 - 484 km
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Kia XCeed

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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Reviews Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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Mazda CX-6e

The Mazda CX-6e blends Mazda’s flowing coupe‑SUV silhouette with electric propulsion to deliver a surprisingly engaging and polished driving experience that feels more premium than its price suggests. Inside, the cabin is quietly refined and ergonomically smart, with modern tech and practical space that make it a stylish, sensible choice for drivers who want EV manners without the fanfare.

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Kia XCeed
Mazda CX-6e

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
468 - 484 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
2,205 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
468 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
385 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
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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