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Kia XCeed vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Peugeot 2008?

Kia XCeed vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
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Peugeot 2008

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • barely 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia XCeed is only slightly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Peugeot 2008 costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

2008

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia XCeed offers a bit more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 2008 delivers very slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

XCeed

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is barely lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 88 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers barely more boot space – 434 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 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 £24,800
2008

Peugeot 2008

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 405 km
Kia XCeed
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

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Kia XCeed
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 129 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
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot
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