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Kia XCeed vs Mercedes EQT comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Mercedes EQT?

Kia XCeed vs Mercedes EQT: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes EQT

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQT costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,640 £.

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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 Kia XCeed offers visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers marginally more torque with 265 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is considerably lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 574 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries marginally more – 531 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed comes out clearly ahead 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 £23,100
XCeed

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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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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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
457 - 531 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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