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.
821 Used Kia Ceed cars for sale
Kia Ceed2013 (13) - 1.6 CRDi EcoDynamics 2 Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr
60Low Mileage
£4,100
Finance available £69 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
79.6K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
High Street Motor Group Ltd
Kia Ceed2023 (23) - 1.5 T-GDi 3 Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
43£15,000
Finance available £313 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
27.8K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Car Planet Barnet
Kia Ceed2012 (62) - 1.6 GDi EcoDynamics 4 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (133 bhp)
36Low Mileage
£8,250
Finance available £162 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
37.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Jacksons Motor Group
Kia Ceed2020 (70) - GDI ISG DCT 3 5-Door
46Low Mileage
£16,099
Finance available £344 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
15.0K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Hatchback
Kia Ceed2020 (70) - 1.4 T-GDi 3 Sportswagon 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (138 bhp)
11Low Mileage
£12,999
- 1.4L
- Miles
36.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Estate
Kia Ceed2023 (23) - 1.5 T-GDi 3 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (158 bhp)
68£12,600
Finance available £212 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
47.8K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Big Motoring World West Malling
Kia Ceed2018 - 1.4 T-GDi Blue Edition DCT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Automatic
25Low Mileage
£13,495
- 1.4L
- Miles
17.2K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Simon Bailes Peugeot - Northallerton
Kia Ceed2014 (64) - 1.6 CRDi EcoDynamics 4 Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr
16£4,300
Finance available £74 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
95.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
OTR Motors
Kia Ceed2024 (24) - 1.5T GDi ISG 138 2 5dr
15£18,995
Finance available £370 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
12.7K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Estate
Gravells Kia Hereford
Kia Ceed2014 (14) - 1.6 CRDi EcoDynamics 3 Sportswagon 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (126 bhp)
18Low Mileage
£5,999
Finance available £112 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
81.9K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Durham Cars 4 U
Kia Ceed2015 (65) - '2' 1.6 CRDi Diesel ISG DCT Automatic 5-Door From £9,995 + Retail Package
9Low Mileage
£9,995
- 1.6L
- Miles
21.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Hatchback
Hesketh Cars
Kia Ceed2012 - 1.6 CRDi EcoDynamics 2 Sports Wagon Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr
20£2,195
- 1.6L
- Miles
103.8K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Ripon Auto Centre
Kia Ceed2023 - 1.6 CRDi 48V ISG GT-Line 5dr DCT
30£18,690
Finance available £363 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
22.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Downeys
Kia Ceed2023 - 1.5T GDi ISG GT-Line 5dr
36£16,551
Finance available £355 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
24.9K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Kia Ceed2015 - 1.6 CRDi 1 EcoDynamics 5dr
21£3,550
Finance available £57 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
121.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
J & A Ferguson Cars
Kia Ceed2019 - CRDI 3 ISG 5-Door
37Reduced
£8,744
Finance available £173 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
76.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
CarConnect UK
Kia Ceed2021 (21) - 1.6 CRDi MHEV 3 Sportswagon 5dr Diesel Hybrid DCT Euro 6 (s/s) (134 bhp)
50£10,490
Finance available £212 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
93.5K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
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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 2018)
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:
- 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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