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Kia XCeed vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Kia XCeed vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Renault Trafic Transporter

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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Renault Trafic Transporter costs 38,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,963 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

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

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 115 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.

Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is markedly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,848 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries significantly more – 1,222 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 737 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Trafic Transporter is far ahead overall 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 £38,100
Trafic Transporter

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 240 - 318 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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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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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Kia XCeed
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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