Compare performance (180 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Volvo EX30?
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9857 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 248 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls decisively stronger with 543 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 278 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia XCeed is noticeable lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 489 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers distinct more room – 426 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs evident better – up to 1378 L, which is about 378 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed to a small extent takes the win – 479 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.
Overall, the Volvo EX30 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
33000 - 49100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4233 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1838 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
1550 - 1567 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
1000 L
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.