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Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDI GT-line (III, facelift), exterior
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Kia Ceed (2024) specs, price, ratings and reviews

C-segment hatchback, third generation with facelift.

from € 26,995

Category scores

These are our own numbers, not the manufacturer’s stars. The scale runs from 0 to 100, higher is better, and every figure carries a source with a reference date. Which category weighs more for you is something you know better than we do. How these scores work.

  • Reliability 79/100
    Reliability: 79 of 100. Source and reference date source: ADAC breakdown statistics 2025 (C-segment) + aggregated owner reviews + Kia 7-yr manufacturer warranty as context · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Fuel economy 70/100
    Fuel economy: 70 of 100. Source and reference date source: Owner-reported l/100km vs WLTP 6.0, public forums · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Consumption (combined) 68/100
    Consumption (combined): 68 of 100. Source and reference date source: WLTP consumption 6.0 l/100km (manufacturer figure), editorial weighting vs C-segment petrol · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Practicality 72/100
    Practicality: 72 of 100. Source and reference date source: 395 l boot, five seats, also available as Sportswagon; editorial weighting of specs · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Value retention not yet rated
    Value retention: insufficient data. Why no score? source: Insufficient stable residual-value data since the facelift price changes · reference date 2026-05-18
  • Sustainability 40/100
    Sustainability: 40 of 100. Source and reference date source: WLTP consumption manufacturer figure petrol + exhaust emissions (Euro-6d standard on current models), reference date 2026-05-21 · reference date 2026-05-21

Scale 0–100 · every figure has a named source and reference date · with no usable data we show no figure

Specifications

Generation
CD, derde-generatie facelift (2024)
Technical specifications, indicative. WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See our sources and methodology or the glossary.
Body style Hatchback
Seats 5
Doors 5
Power (hp) 140
0–100 km/h (seconds) 9.5
Top speed (km/h) 197
Length (mm) 4,315
Width, excl. mirrors (mm) 1,800
Height (mm) 1,447
Kerb weight (kg) 1,360
Towing — braked (with trailer brakes) (kg) 1,400
Boot (l) 395
Consumption (WLTP, l per 100 km) 6

Price evolution

reference datestarting 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 (with trailer brakes) — the figure that applies when your trailer (such as a caravan) has its own brakes. Manufacturer figure; the exact, binding limit for a specific car is on its registration document.

How much boot space does the Kia Ceed have?

395 litres (manufacturer figure). See the spec sheet for the full dimensions.

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 (reference date 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.

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Kia Ceed: next steps?

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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.