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Kia XCeed vs Toyota Corolla Cross – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Kia XCeed meets Toyota Corolla Cross.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia XCeed has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £. That’s a price difference of around 8571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 180 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

XCeed @ Kia Corporation

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 curb weight, Kia XCeed is slight lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers hardly perceptible more room – 426 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1378 L, which is about 41 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross slightly takes the win – 560 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Corolla Cross shows itself to be has the upper hand and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £31,700
Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Corolla Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L

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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Toyota Corolla Cross

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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Kia XCeed
Toyota Corolla Cross
XCeed @ Kia Corporation
Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.