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Kia Ceed 3 (CD) facelift Hatchback (2021)

28% Neofiliac67% External
Keywords: compactfwdhatchbackkiamacpherson-strutmanual-transmissionmild-hybridmulti-linkturbocharged

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Product Overview

Kia Ceed 3 (chassis code CD) facelift is an affordable compact hatchback in production from 2021. It is available with a range of inline-3 and inline-4 engines that displaced 1.0 to 1.6 liters.
Compared to the pre-facelift, the facelifted Ceed 3 is arguably busier in styling. Its engines grew smaller and more complex, and one may be best advised to avoid these. Still, those who love electronic gizmos may be impressed.
The mild-hybrid drivetrain enables new efficiency features, though the difference is, as the name suggests, mild.
The official fuel economy rating is exceptionally rosy, though it may cast more doubts on the trustworthiness of the regulators and perhaps the owner's own sanity than it relates to reality.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 28% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Low fuel consumption
  • More reliable than its Euro competition
Cons
  • No powerful engine options
  • Only available with small engines
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

What external reviewers found***

External score 67% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Decent infotainment system
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Stylish looks
  • Five-year warranty
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment
  • No hybrid option
  • Lacks premium sheen and dynamic appeal
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Specifications

1.0 T-GDI 1001.0 T-GDI 1201.5 T-GDI 1601.5 T-GDI 160 DCT1.6 CRDI 1361.6 CRDI 136 DCTGT 1.6 T-GDI 204 DCT

Capacity

Cargo Capacity395 L / 13.9 cu-ft ~ 1291 L / 45.6 cu-ft395 L / 13.9 cu-ft ~ 1291 L / 45.6 cu-ft395 L / 13.9 cu-ft ~ 1291 L / 45.6 cu-ft395 L / 13.9 cu-ft ~ 1291 L / 45.6 cu-ft357 L / 12.6 cu-ft ~ 1253 L / 44.2 cu-ft357 L / 12.6 cu-ft ~ 1253 L / 44.2 cu-ft395 L / 13.9 cu-ft ~ 1291 L / 45.6 cu-ft
Engine Oil Capacity3.6 L / 3.8 qt3.6 L / 3.8 qt4.2 L / 4.4 qt4.2 L / 4.4 qt4.4 L / 4.6 qt4.4 L / 4.6 qt4.2 L / 4.4 qt
Fuel Capacity50.0 L / 13.2 gal
Passengers5
Payload432 kg / 952 lbs438 kg / 966 lbs440 kg / 970 lbs438 kg / 966 lbs429 kg / 946 lbs431 kg / 950 lbs458 kg / 1010 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs, 305x25 mmVentilated discs, 305x25 mmVentilated discs, 305x25 mmVentilated discs, 305x25 mmVentilated discs, 305x25 mmVentilated discs, 305x25 mmVentilated discs, 320x28 mm
Brakes | RearDisc, 284x10 mm
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearMulti-link
Tire Size205/55 R16H205/55 R16H205/55 R16H, 225/45 R17V205/55 R16H, 225/45 R17V205/55 R16H, 225/45 R17V205/55 R16H, 225/45 R17V225/40 ZR18 Y
Turning Circle10.6 m / 34.8 ft

Construction

Body Style5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door mild-hybrid Hatchback5-door mild-hybrid Hatchback5-door Hatchback

Dimensions

Size | Height1447 mm / 57.0 in1447 mm / 57.0 in1442 mm / 56.8 in1442 mm / 56.8 in1442 mm / 56.8 in1442 mm / 56.8 in1442 mm / 56.8 in
Size | Length4315 mm / 169.9 in4315 mm / 169.9 in4315 mm / 169.9 in4315 mm / 169.9 in4315 mm / 169.9 in4315 mm / 169.9 in4325 mm / 170.3 in
Size | Width1800 mm / 70.9 in | 2055 mm / 80.9 in (mirror unfolded)
Track Width | Front1565.0 mm / 61.6 in1565.0 mm / 61.6 in1559.0 mm / 61.4 in1559.0 mm / 61.4 in1559.0 mm / 61.4 in1559.0 mm / 61.4 in1555.0 mm / 61.2 in
Track Width | Rear1573.0 mm / 61.9 in1573.0 mm / 61.9 in1567.0 mm / 61.7 in1567.0 mm / 61.7 in1567.0 mm / 61.7 in1567.0 mm / 61.7 in1563.0 mm / 61.5 in
Weight1223.0 kg / 2696.3 lbs1237.0 kg / 2727.1 lbs1255.0 kg / 2766.8 lbs1285.0 kg / 2832.9 lbs1343.0 kg / 2960.8 lbs1370.0 kg / 3020.3 lbs1342.0 kg / 2958.6 lbs
Wheel Size6.5J x 16 ET506.5J x 16 ET506.5J x 16 ET50, 7.0J x 17 ET536.5J x 16 ET50, 7.0J x 17 ET536.5J x 16 ET50, 7.0J x 17 ET536.5J x 16 ET50, 7.0J x 17 ET537.5J x 18 ET55
Wheelbase2650 mm / 104.3 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h11.8 sec11.2 sec8.4 sec8.6 sec10.2 sec9.9 sec7.4 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph11.2 sec10.6 sec8.0 sec8.2 sec9.7 sec9.4 sec7.0 sec
CO2 Emission116 ~ 133 g/km116 ~ 133 g/km121 ~ 132 g/km119 ~ 132 g/km102 ~ 109 g/km106 ~ 111 g/km147 g/km
Fuel Economy5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (combined) | 6.3 L/100km / 37.3 MPG (urban) | 4.3 L/100km / 54.7 MPG (highway)5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (combined) | 6.3 L/100km / 37.3 MPG (urban) | 4.3 L/100km / 54.7 MPG (highway)5.3 L/100km / 44.4 MPG (combined) | 6.8 L/100km / 34.6 MPG (urban) | 4.5 L/100km / 52.3 MPG (highway)5.3 L/100km / 44.4 MPG (combined) | 6.4 L/100km / 36.8 MPG (urban) | 4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (highway)3.9 L/100km / 60.3 MPG (combined) | 4.2 L/100km / 56.0 MPG (urban) | 3.7 L/100km / 63.6 MPG (highway)4.0 L/100km / 58.8 MPG (combined) | 4.4 L/100km / 53.5 MPG (urban) | 3.8 L/100km / 61.9 MPG (highway)6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (combined) | 8.2 L/100km / 28.7 MPG (urban) | 5.5 L/100km / 42.8 MPG (highway)
Top Speed183.0 km/h / 113.7 mph190.0 km/h / 118.1 mph210.0 km/h / 130.5 mph210.0 km/h / 130.5 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph225.0 km/h / 139.8 mph
Towing Capacity500 kg / 1102 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)500 kg / 1102 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)600 kg / 1323 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1410 kg / 3109 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)600 kg / 1323 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1410 kg / 3109 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)650 kg / 1433 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1500 kg / 3307 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)650 kg / 1433 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1500 kg / 3307 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)600 kg / 1323 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1410 kg / 3109 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6d
EngineG3LEG3LEG4LHG4LHD4FED4FEG4FJ
Engine | Bore71.0 mm / 2.8 in71.0 mm / 2.8 in71.6 mm / 2.8 in71.6 mm / 2.8 in77.0 mm / 3.0 in77.0 mm / 3.0 in77.0 mm / 3.0 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.5:110.5:110.5:110.5:115.9:115.9:110.0:1
Engine | Displacement1.0 L / 60.9 cu-in / 998.0 cc1.0 L / 60.9 cu-in / 998.0 cc1.5 L / 90.4 cu-in / 1482.0 cc1.5 L / 90.4 cu-in / 1482.0 cc1.6 L / 97.5 cu-in / 1598.0 cc1.6 L / 97.5 cu-in / 1598.0 cc1.6 L / 97.1 cu-in / 1591.0 cc
Engine | Power100.0 hp / 74.6 kW @ 4500 rpm120.0 hp / 89.5 kW @ 6000 rpm160.0 hp / 119.3 kW @ 5500 rpm160.0 hp / 119.3 kW @ 5500 rpm136.0 hp / 101.4 kW @ 4000 rpm136.0 hp / 101.4 kW @ 4000 rpm204.0 hp / 152.1 kW @ 6000 rpm
Engine | Specific Output100.2 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in120.2 hp/L / 2.0 hp/cu-in108.0 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in108.0 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in85.1 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in85.1 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in128.2 hp/L / 2.1 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke84.0 mm / 3.3 in84.0 mm / 3.3 in92.0 mm / 3.6 in92.0 mm / 3.6 in85.8 mm / 3.4 in85.8 mm / 3.4 in85.4 mm / 3.4 in
Engine | Torque172 Nm / 126.9 lb-ft @ 1500-4000 rpm172 Nm / 126.9 lb-ft @ 1500-4000 rpm253 Nm / 186.6 lb-ft @ 1500-3500 rpm253 Nm / 186.6 lb-ft @ 1500-3500 rpm280 Nm / 206.5 lb-ft @ 1500-3000 rpm320 Nm / 236.0 lb-ft @ 2000-2250 rpm265 Nm / 195.5 lb-ft @ 1500-4500 rpm
Engine | TypeTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderBi-turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed6-speed6-speed7-speed7-speed7-speed
Transmission | TypeManualManualManualDouble clutch transmission (DCT)ManualDouble clutch transmission (DCT)Double clutch transmission (DCT)

Production

Availability2021
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External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 61%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
The Ceed lags behind the Sportage and Niro in terms of sales. The third-generation Ceed has received design changes to bring it into line with the firm’s latest design trends. The interior has also received an upgrade, notably with higher-spec cars gaining a new 12.3in digital instrument display and 10.25in touchscreen. Kia has also added a host of new driver assistance systems to the Ceed.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Stylish looks
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • Lacks premium sheen and dynamic appeal
  • No hybrid option

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 72%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The Kia Ceed is one of Kia's biggest-selling models in Europe. It is part of a four-strong family of models: a five-door hatchback, Sportswagon estate, ProCeed shooting brake and new Xceed crossover. Two petrol engines are available: a 1.0-litre unit with 118bhp, or a more powerful 1.5- litre delivering 158bhp. A 134bhp 1.6 CRDi diesel with 48v mild-hybrid technology also features, as does a 139bhp plug-in hybrid in the Xceed range.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Five-year warranty
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment

autoexpress[3]

Reviewer score 69%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
Kia’s third-generation Ceed hatchback has been on sale for three years. It's proved itself a worthy competitor for the likes of the Ford Focus and the Volkswagen Golf. Prices for cheapest Ceed start from £20,105, which is more than £4,000 less than the VW Golf Life.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Decent infotainment system
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment

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References

  1. ^ Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDI GT-Line 2021 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/kia/ceed/first-drives/kia-ceed-15-t-gdi-gt-line-2021-review. 2021-08-06. Retrieved 2022-07-29.
  2. ^ Kia Ceed review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/ceed. 2021-11-12. Retrieved 2022-07-29.
  3. ^ New Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDi 2 2022 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/ceed/356858/new-kia-ceed-10-t-gdi-2-2022-review. 2021-12-10. Retrieved 2022-07-29.

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