
Kia Ceed III
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Kia Ceed III

Kia Ceed III

Kia Ceed III

Kia Ceed III
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| Model | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp |
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| Power | 306hp228kW+102 hp | 265hp198kW+61 hp | 241hp180kW+37 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 411Nm303lb-ft+146 Nm | 358Nm264lb-ft+93 Nm | 323Nm238lb-ft+58 Nm | 265Nm195lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,442kg3,179lb | 1,442kg3,179lb | 1,442kg3,179lb | 1,442kg3,179lb |
| Gross weight | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 68.7s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-16.3 s Calculated | 74.3s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-10.7 s Calculated | 78.0s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph-7.0 s Calculated | 85.0s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s-1.7 s | 6.3s-1.1 s | 6.7s-0.7 s | 7.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.1s-11.7 s Calculated | 22.4s-8.3 s Calculated | 25.2s-5.6 s Calculated | 30.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5s-1.5 s Calculated | 6.0s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.8s-1.5 s Calculated | 14.3s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 15.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 212hp/t158kW/t96hp/1000 lb Calculated | 184hp/t137kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated | 167hp/t124kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 141hp/t105kW/t64hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 285Nm/t191lb-ft/ton Calculated | 248Nm/t166lb-ft/ton Calculated | 224Nm/t150lb-ft/ton Calculated | 184Nm/t123lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 769km478mi Calculated | 769km478mi Calculated | 769km478mi Calculated | 769km478mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,591cc97cu in | 1,591cc97cu in | 1,591cc97cu in | 1,591cc97cu in |
| Length | 4,325mm170in | 4,325mm170in | 4,325mm170in | 4,325mm170in |
| Width | 1,800mm71in | 1,800mm71in | 1,800mm71in | 1,800mm71in |
| Height | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,650mm104in | 2,650mm104in | 2,650mm104in | 2,650mm104in |
| Front track | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in |
| Trunk volume | 395L | 395L | 395L | 395L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,291L | 1,291L | 1,291L | 1,291L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.3 s | 7.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.1 s | 22.4 s | 25.2 s | 30.7 s |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.1 s | 12.4 s | 12.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.8 s | 14.3 s | 14.7 s | 15.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 172 km/h 107 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 160 km/h 99 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3) 306 hp has 102 hp more than Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI 204 hp and Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3) 306 hp: 102 hp (76 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 411 Nm 303 lb-ft |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 358 Nm 264 lb-ft |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 323 Nm 238 lb-ft |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 265 Nm 195 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph |
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 5.7 s |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.3 s |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.7 s |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 7.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3) 306 hp and Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI 204 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2) 265 hp and Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1) 241 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 212 hp/t 158 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 769 km 478 mi |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 769 km 478 mi |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 769 km 478 mi |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 769 km 478 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW | 5.7 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 6.3 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW | 6.7 s | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 7.4 s | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph |
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp |
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Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3) 306 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | 212 hp/t 158 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3)306 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2)265 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1)241 hp | KiaCeed IIIGT 1.6 T-GDI204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 306 hp 228 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | 241 hp 180 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 411 Nm 303 lb-ft | 358 Nm 264 lb-ft | 323 Nm 238 lb-ft | 265 Nm 195 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb | 1,442 kg 3,179 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 769 km 478 mi | 769 km 478 mi | 769 km 478 mi | 769 km 478 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 395 L 13.9 cu ft | 395 L 13.9 cu ft | 395 L 13.9 cu ft | 395 L 13.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 212 hp/t 158 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.
Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.
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| Vehicle | Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 3) 306 hp | Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 2) 265 hp | Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI (Stage 1) 241 hp | Kia Ceed III GT 1.6 T-GDI 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year |
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