Kia XCeed generations
(Ground clearance)| Generation year | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| XCeed, Model year 2019 (CD) | 172 mm |
| XCeed, Model year 2022 (XCeed CD (1. Facelift)) | 172 mm |
The ground clearance compared to other Kia models
In the competitive family gathering of Kia's models, the XCeed plays a rather intriguing middle child. It towers over its siblings, including the Stinger, Picanto, and various electrified compatriots like the Niro EV, e-Niro, and e-Soul, casting shadows with its grander elevation. Not to mention, it enjoys a slight edge over the closely related Sportage but humbly nods to the more safari-ready Sorento and the celestial EV9, giving it an adventurous yet sophisticated persona within the Kia lineage.
Kia XCeed vs other current cars by Kia
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Stinger | 130 mm |
| EV3 | 140 mm |
| Picanto | 141 mm |
| Niro EV | 150 mm |
| e-Niro | 155 mm |
| e-Soul | 155 mm |
| EV6 | 160 mm |
| Niro Hybrid | 160 mm |
| Niro | 160 mm |
| Stonic | 165 mm |
| Sportage | 170 mm |
| XCeed | 172 mm |
| Sorento | 176 mm |
| EV9 | 177 mm |
How does the ground clearance of the Kia XCeed compare to it's nearest competitors?
When rolling into the playground of its closest competitors, the Kia XCeed fares more than just well—it almost has a swagger about it. With its 172 mm of ground clearance, it looks down upon the Volkswagen Scirocco, and MG HS/EHS, while the Lexus UX tries to keep up but falls short in comparison. Yet, it doesn't quite reach the lofty ambitions of the Renault Arkana, which skyrockets to a ground clearance that would make even a mountain goat blush. And in the shiny court of premium crossovers like the BMW X2, the XCeed doesn’t stoop too far, keeping its chin up with dignity and grace, ready to rumble with the best on any urban adventure or country escapade that you dare to embark on.
Kia XCeed vs. similar cars
(Ground clearance)| Car model | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Citroen C5 Aircross 2019 | 230 mm |
| Subaru XV 2012 | 220 mm |
| Volvo XC40 2018 | 211 mm |
| Mazda CX-5 2012 | 210 mm |
| Opel Antara 2006 | 200 mm |
| VW Tiguan 2007 | 200 mm |
| SsangYong Torres 2023 | 195 mm |
| Citroen C4 Aircross 2012 | 195 mm |
| VW T-Cross 2019 | 190 mm |
| Opel Grandland 2022 | 188 mm |
| Chevrolet Captiva 2006 | 185 mm |
| KIA XCeed 2022 | 184 mm |
| Skoda Kamiq 2019 | 182 mm |
| Mazda CX-30 2019 | 175 mm |
| Suzuki S-Cross 2022 | 175 mm |
| Peugeot 4007 2007 | 174 mm |
| Renault Austral 2022 | 170 mm |
| Hyundai ix35 2010 | 170 mm |
| Hyundai Bayon 2021 | 165 mm |
| MINI Countryman 2010 | 149 mm |
| Audi Q2 2016 | 145 mm |
| MINI Paceman 2013 | 135 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA 2014 | 134 mm |
