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Kia XCeed vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or SsangYong Rexton?

Kia XCeed vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • considerably 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:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Rexton offers a bit more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 22 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 SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers noticeably more torque with 441 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 176 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.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is substantially lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 794 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers considerably more boot space – 784 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 358 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed 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 £23,100
XCeed

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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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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Reviews Kia XCeed

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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Frank Williams CPA/ ACCA/ CPD
22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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