Compare performance (180 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Subaru Crosstrek?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 visibly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,771 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
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 Kia XCeed offers noticeably more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers noticeably more torque with 265 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 83 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is somewhat lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 244 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers clearly more boot space – 426 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.
When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries marginally more – 505 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Kia XCeed is clearly superior 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.
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 Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.
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Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
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Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
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co2
174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
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Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
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Trunk capacity
315 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,826 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
471 - 485 kg
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Payload
472 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Subaru
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