XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon PHEVs unveiled

Kia has added a couple more electrified models to its range. The XCeed Plug-In Hybrid and Ceed Sportswagon Plug-In Hybrid – which are both built in Slovakia – will arrive at UK dealers in April.

Their shared powertrain consists of a 1.6 litre GDi petrol engine, an electric motor and an 8.9 kWh lithium-polymer battery pack. In total, 139 bhp (103 kW / 141 PS) and 265 Nm (195 lb/ft) of torque are sent to the front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Kia XCeed Plug-In Hybrid (2020) Front SideKia Ceed Sportswagon Plug-In Hybrid (2020) Rear Side

Maximum pure-electric range for the XCeed is 36 miles (58 kilometres), just one mile less than the Sportswagon achieves. Regarding recharging, regenerative braking tops-up the battery when driving, while connecting to a 3.3 kW AC supply replenishes from empty to full in 2 hours and 15 minutes.

As expected, the official efficiency figures are impressive. For example, the XCeed records 188.3 mpg (1.5 l/100km) with 34 g/km of CO2 emissions on the WLTP combined cycle. What they become in a real-world environment is likely to depend on many factors, not least how often EV mode is engaged.

Kia XCeed Plug-In Hybrid (2020) DashboardKia Ceed Sportswagon Plug-In Hybrid (2020) Dashboard

Various other unique components are fitted to the two PHEVs. These include a blanked-off front grille, a charging indicator on top of the dashboard and an energy-saving ‘Driver Only’ setting for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

In addition, the instrument cluster displays extra data concerning the hybrid system, plus the 10.25” infotainment touchscreen can be used to schedule recharging times when plugged in at home.

Kia XCeed Plug-In Hybrid (2020) Rear SideKia Ceed Sportswagon Plug-In Hybrid (2020) Front Side

On-the-road starting prices are:
  • XCeed ‘3’ Plug-In Hybrid – £30,695
  • XCeed ‘First Edition’ Plug-In Hybrid – £34,695
  • Ceed Sportswagon ‘3’ Plug-In Hybrid – £29,995
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