Kia Ceed: specs, price and reviews
C-segment hatchback, third generation with facelift.
Category scores
Spec sheet
- Generation
- CD, derde-generatie facelift (2024)
| Body style | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Power (hp) | 140 |
| Towing braked (kg) | 1400 |
| Boot (l) | 395 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) | 6 |
Price evolution
| reference date | starting price |
|---|---|
| 2024-01-01 | €25,995 |
| 2025-01-01 | €26,495 |
| 2026-05-18 | €26,995 |
Frequently asked
What does the Kia Ceed cost roughly?
Indicative starting price € 26,995 (reference date 2026-05-18). Not an offer.
What does the Kia Ceed consume?
6 l/100km WLTP (manufacturer figure). Real-world consumption differs; see the owner reviews below.
How much can the Kia Ceed tow?
1400 kg braked (manufacturer figure). Always check the registration document of the specific car.
Owner experiences
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In depth
The common version has a 1.5 T-GDI four-cylinder with mild-hybrid support around 140 hp; WLTP consumption around 6.0 l/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Boot 395 l, five seats. Indicative from-price; check the official configurator for the current figure.
About the Kia Ceed (2024)
Independent spec and rating reference. No offers, no sales.
The Ceed is a C-segment hatchback that competes with the Volkswagen Golf, Seat Leon and Skoda Octavia. The recent facelift of the third generation brought a revised front, slimmer light signatures and a small infotainment update. The common engine is a 1.5 T-GDI four-cylinder with 48V mild-hybrid support around 140 hp, often combined with a seven-speed dual-clutch. WLTP consumption stands at about 6.0 l/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us).
In practice
The boot is 395 l, a touch under the Volkswagen Golf and well under the Skoda Octavia, useful for everyday commuting and a small family. The car has five seats; the rear bench is suited to two adults on a normal trip. Owners report real-world consumption in mixed use that is 0.5 to 1.2 l above WLTP, depending on the motorway share (public forums, not measured by us). The indicative list price rose from about 25,995 euro (peildatum early 2024) to 26,995 euro now, a from-price, no offer and no forecast.
Points to note
The braked towing weight of 1,400 kg is reasonable for the segment, enough for a small caravan or a heavier trailer. The Ceed is also available as a Sportswagon estate with a noticeably larger boot; compare both bodies if load volume matters. Kia's 7-year warranty is a strong point compared with the 2- to 3-year warranty of most C-segment competitors.
Same-fuel alternatives
No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and price reference dates are listed per figure.