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Kia XCeed vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or SsangYong Korando?

Kia XCeed vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia XCeed is moderately cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,857 £.

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

Korando

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 SsangYong Korando offers very slightly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is slightly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 km
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Reviews Kia XCeed

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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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