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Kia XCeed vs Renault Austral - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 29700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Renault Austral?

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Austral

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6608 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Austral manages with 4.80 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Austral

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 Renault Austral has a barely noticeable edge – offering 200 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Austral pulls slight stronger with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia XCeed is somewhat lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1539 kg. The difference is around 188 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers noticeable more room – 555 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs distinct better – up to 1761 L, which is about 383 L more than the Kia XCeed.

When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed barely noticeable takes the win – 479 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral 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.

Kia XCeed
Renault Austral

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Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 6.5 L

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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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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Renault Austral

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Kia XCeed
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
109 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4533 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
464 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.