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Kia XCeed vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Nissan Interstar?

Kia XCeed vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Nissan Interstar

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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia XCeed is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,025 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Interstar

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 Kia XCeed offers only slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 115 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 clearly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries considerably more – 1,447 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 962 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar is slightly 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 £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 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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The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
410 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,826 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 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
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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