Compare performance (180 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Peugeot 208?
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.
Peugeot 208 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Kia XCeed costs 23100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2452 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
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 has a somewhat edge – offering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls minimal stronger with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Peugeot 208 is a bit lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1351 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers to a small extent more room – 426 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs somewhat better – up to 1378 L, which is about 215 L more than the Peugeot 208.
When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed somewhat takes the win – 479 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.
The Peugeot 208 comes out modestly 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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4055 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
1430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.