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Kia XCeed vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Suzuki Jimny?

Kia XCeed vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

  • a bit 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.

Kia XCeed is only slightly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Suzuki Jimny costs 25,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Jimny

Engine and Performance:

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 substantially more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers clearly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 135 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: Kia XCeed offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is a bit lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries significantly more – 485 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed 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.

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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Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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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