The Kia Ceed arrived in 2007 as the first model from the company that was designed and built in Europe, specifically for a European audience. Now in its third generation, the Ceed continues to be a fantastic option for people who are looking for a good-value family hatchback that doesn't sacrifice style or comfort.
818 Used Kia Ceed cars for sale
Kia Ceed2024 - 1.5T GDi ISG 138 2 5dr
42Reduced
£18,445
Finance available £358 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
8.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Howard Abraham
Kia Ceed2015 (15) - 1.6 CRDi 2 Sportswagon Auto Euro 5 5dr
19£5,290
Finance available £96 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
80.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Space Motors Limited
Kia Ceed2012 (12) - 1.6 CRDi 89 2 EcoDynamics 5dr * 1 OWNER* 12 MTH MOT* £35 TAX
11Low Mileage
£2,999
- 1.6L
- Miles
95.2K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Neath Abbey Cars Ltd
Kia Ceed2012 (61) - 1.6 CRDi 3 Sports Wagon 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (113 bhp)
29£2,995
- 1.6L
- Miles
119.2K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Botley Car Centre Limited
Kia Ceed2015 (15) - 1.6 CRDi 3 5dr Auto
14Low Mileage
£7,600
Finance available £147 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
53.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
JSB Motor Group Ltd
Kia Ceed2023 (23) - 1.5 T-GDi 3 Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
37£13,639
Finance available £282 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
32.8K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage
Kia Ceed2019 - 1.6L CRDI GT-LINE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (134 bhp)
24£7,995
Finance available £156 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
104.2K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
Angel Motor Company
Kia Ceed2023 (72) - 1.5 T-GDi 3 Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
25Reduced
£13,982
Finance available £290 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
43.9K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Madeley Heath Motors
Kia Ceed2012 (62) - 1.6 CRDi 3 5dr Auto
16Low Mileage
£2,850
- 1.6L
- Miles
78.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
ENM Cars
Kia Ceed2023 - 1.5T GDi ISG 2 5dr
36£13,499
Finance available £274 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
37.2K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Estate
Motorpoint Glasgow
Kia Ceed2018 - 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line 5dr
27Low Mileage
£9,999
Finance available £201 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
52.5K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
N K Motors Derby
Kia Ceed2023 - 1.5T GDi ISG GT-Line S Auto 5-Door
22Low Mileage
£21,697
Finance available £444 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
10.8K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Kia Ceed2012 (Z2) - 1.6 GDi EcoDynamics 4 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (133 bhp) 1
10Low Mileage
£4,995
- 1.6L
- Miles
70.8K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
North West Trade Centre
Kia Ceed2019 - 1.6 CRDi ISG 3 5dr DCT Auto
40Low Mileage
£13,150
- 1.6L
- Miles
32.6K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Peoples Ford Falkirk
Kia Ceed2019 (19) - 1.6 CRDi 3 DCT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
20£9,000
Finance available £179 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
94.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Muirhead Motor Company
Kia Ceed2021 (71) - 1.6 CRDi MHEV 2 NAV Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
54Reduced
£11,899
Finance available £243 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
47.8K
- Hybrid
- Manual
- Hatchback
Kia Ceed2022 - 1.0T GDi ISG 2 5-Door
23Low Mileage
£13,176
Finance available £261 pm
- 1L
- Miles
17.5K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
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Why buy a used Kia Ceed?
If you're in the market for a car that's affordable, stylish and fun to drive, then a Kia Ceed is a great choice. As one of the UK's best-selling models right from the beginning of its production, the Ceed has only become better with each update and redesign. There's a good selection of efficient engines and plenty of standard equipment, making it a great value option on the used car market.
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Pros
- Good engines
- Nice to drive
- Very practical and spacious
Cons
- Not as engaging to drive as a Ford Focus
- Limited engine choice
- Higher specification models are expensive
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Used Kia Ceed buying guide
Engines and transmissions
The Kia Ceed has been available in a range of petrol and diesel powertrains over the years. Kia has also moved to the electrification of the model, with mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants being made available. Overall, these powertrains have been paired with six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
Petrol- 1.0-litre outputs 118bhp and is one of the most efficient petrol options at 54.3mpg.
- 1.5-litre has an output of 138bhp and combined fuel consumption rating of 51.4mpg.
- 1.6-litre available for GT models creates 201bhp and has a 7.2-second 0-60mph time.
- Plug-in hybrid available with the Sportswagon estate and XCeed models. The 1.6-litre Sportswagon plug-in hybrid generates 139bhp.
- 1.6-litre mild hybrid generates 114bhp with an efficiency rating of up to 64.2mpg.
- Second generation included a 1.4-litre that produced 89bhp.
Practicality
As a sporty hatchback, the Kia Ceed has more room than it appears, making it very practical and well-equipped.
Interior space- Height-adjustable driver's seat can also include lumbar for added support.
- Heated front seats are available with GT models.
- Three adults fit comfortably in the back seat.
- Two ISOFIX points are available on outer rear seats for installing child seats.
- 395-litre boot offers plenty of space with no load lip, so it's easy to slide in cargo.
- 60:40 split rear seats open up 1,291 litres of space.
- Cargo area contains a wide tailgate opening, bag hooks, a 12-volt power outlet and tie-down points.
- Three-door hatchback has a sportier appearance.
- Five-door hatchback suits families better than the smaller model.
- Five-door estate model has a longer and more practical bodystyle.
Safety
- 2019 Euro NCAP rating was four out of five stars.
- 88% rating given for adult occupant, while child occupant was 85%.
- Standard safety kit comes with six airbags, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist and lane following assist.
Technology
- Analogue dials and a 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster show vital information for the driver.
- Large 10.25-inch infotainment system comes standard on newer models.
- Compatible devices can be connected with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
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Different generations of used Kia Ceed
Third Generation (2018 to Present)
The Kia Ceed entered a new generation in 2018 after more than one million models had been sold. Because of this, the company knew that it didn't need to make any major changes. It retained its fresh, sporty design with headlights similar to the Stinger. Inside the cabin, the Ceed received some upmarket touches that added sophistication to the mix without losing any of the comfort.
Kia also updated the safety technology, ensuring that it continued to remain current. With the multilink rear suspension, drivers also appreciated the stability and handling it offered.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 1.6
- MPG:
- 41 - 217
- Acceleration:
- 7.1 - 11.4 seconds
- Boot space:
- 357 - 625 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 4 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.6 GDi PHEV 3 5dr DCT
Cheapest
1.0T GDi ISG 2 5dr
Fastest
1.6T GDi ISG GT 5dr DCT
Second Generation (2012 to 2018)
Not long after its initial launch, Kia was ready to redesign the Ceed with a new generation. Sharing a mechanical platform with the Hyundai i30, the Ceed was both affordable and attractive. It had a "tiger-nose" front-end design with a pinched grille on both sides, topped with swept-back headlights. While the dimensions remained the same as the previous generation, it was visually more appealing because of the significant styling changes.
A refresh arrived in 2015 with a new bumper and LED taillights. Kia also released some new design 16- and 17-inch alloy wheels.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 1.6
- MPG:
- 38 - 78
- Acceleration:
- 7.3 - 13.4 seconds
- Boot space:
- 362 - 528 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.0T GDi ISG 3 5dr
Cheapest
1.4 1 5dr
Fastest
1.6T GDi GT 5dr
First Generation (2007 to 2012)
Kia decided to build a hatchback that was specifically designed for the European market, and the Ceed was a spacious and practical model. The initial design was sporty and compact, with a minimalistic design. This didn't hold the model back and proved to be popular UK car buyers.
In 2009, Kia saw the success that the Ceed was having and decided to release an update. The car received a new grille and headlights to refresh the front styling. The taillights were also redesigned to match the front. About an inch was added to the length of the Ceed because of the new bumpers, and several updated wheel designs were launched.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.4 - 2
- MPG:
- 40 - 72
- Acceleration:
- 10.3 - 14.1 seconds
- Boot space:
- 340 - 534 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.4 Strike 5dr
Cheapest
1.4 SR 5dr
Fastest
2.0 CRDi Sport 5dr
Used Kia Ceed FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Kia Ceed?
The petrol engines have been the most popular. While the GT version is the most fun to drive with its 201bhp turbo engine, most customers have leaned towards the budget-friendly 1.0-litre engine because it's far more fuel efficient.
Which are the most popular model variants?
Kia currently offers the Ceed in four variants: 2, GT-Line, 3 and GT-Line S. The 3 has been the most popular because of its improved levels of technology, innovative features and unique styling for a decent price. These features include dual-zone climate control, rain-sensing wipers, rear parking sensors, privacy glass and larger alloy wheels.
What optional extras should I look out for?
There have been so many available upgrades with the Ceed that it's easy to find something unique and stylish. Customers should look out for fun wheel designs combined with various colours and upgraded equipment, such as heated seats.
Is the Kia Ceed a good family car?
Even with the hatchback style, there's a lot of room in the Ceed for a family. Five adults can fit comfortably in the cabin and there are ISOFIX points for child seats. There's also a decent boot area with no load lip to hold luggage.
Is there a hybrid version of the Kia Ceed?
The standard Ceed lineup does feature mild hybrid technology, but the Xceed and Ceed Sportswagon have a plug-in hybrid configuration that allows for up to 36 miles of pure electric driving per charge, before transitioning to petrol/electric hybrid power.
Is the Kia Ceed available as an automatic?
Yes, used Kia Ceed examples can be found with an automatic transmission, but the majority of used models come with a manual gearbox instead. Even though there aren't as many options for an automatic, you shouldn't have any trouble finding one in their price range.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
No, all Kia Ceed models have standard front-wheel drive. There's no need for this hatchback to have four-wheel drive capability as it's meant to be a daily driver. The front-wheel drive configuration ensures maximum efficiency.
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