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Lynk & Co 02 vs Kia Ceed comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (30,900 £ vs 23,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lynk & Co 02 or Kia Ceed?

Lynk & Co 02 vs Kia Ceed: Key differences

Lynk & Co 02

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Ceed

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 Ceed is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Lynk & Co 02 costs 30,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,375 £.

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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 Lynk & Co 02 offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 02 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lynk & Co 02 delivers noticeably more torque with 323 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed is substantially lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 1,895 kg. The difference is around 597 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed carries markedly more – 490 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lynk & Co 02 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £30,900
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Lynk & Co 02

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 435 - 445 km
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Lynk & Co 02

The Lynk & Co 02 wears its attitude like a leather jacket—bold styling and a youthful cabin that punches above its class, appealing to buyers who want personality as well as practicality. It's a genuinely engaging compact with everyday usability, offering enough flair and refinement to stand out in a crowded market without trying too hard.

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Reviews Lynk & Co 02

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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LUIS
7 Jul 2026, 10:24:27

It's a very well-finished and aesthetically attractive car, very high-performing, but one in which the suspension doesn't match the performance delivered by its engine. In the Core version it has fairly restrained fuel consumption.

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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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Reviews Kia Ceed

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Jesús
20 May 2026, 12:34:47

Because I have one with 500,000 km with no problems, and because it has a timing chain.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
435 - 445 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
323 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Lynk & Co
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Lynk & Co 02?

The Lynk & Co 02 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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