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Kia XCeed vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Kia XCeed vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • a bit more power
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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:

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

Kia XCeed is slightly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter costs 26,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,814 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers considerably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

XCeed

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia XCeed offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is considerably lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 701 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is decisively 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 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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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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The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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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