Two cars, one duel: Kia XCeed meets Toyota Corolla Cross.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
31700 - 41900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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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
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4460 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
1620 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
515 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
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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
103 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Toyota
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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.