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Kia XCeed vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Volvo XC60?

Kia XCeed vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia XCeed is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 275 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers considerably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 444 Nm more.

XCeed

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 terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is clearly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 549 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers a bit more boot space – 483 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries a bit more – 550 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 is clearly superior 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.

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XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
Kia XCeed
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Kia XCeed
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
-
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
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