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Kia XCeed vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Suzuki Ignis?

Kia XCeed vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Suzuki Ignis

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Suzuki Ignis is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Kia XCeed costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,526 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Ignis uses 4.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Ignis

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 substantially more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers significantly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 158 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Ignis is clearly lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 416 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers visibly more boot space – 426 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed 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 £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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Suzuki Ignis

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
-
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
-
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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