Kia Ceed 2013 vs Mercedes A class 2012

 
Kia Ceed
2013 - 2015
Mercedes A class
2012 - 2015
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 1.6 Diesel1.5 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 128 HP109 HP
Torque: 260 NM260 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.7 seconds11.3 seconds
Kia Ceed engine produces 19 HP more power than Mercedes A class, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Kia Ceed reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.53.8
Real fuel consumption: 6.9 l/100km5.6 l/100km
The Mercedes A class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Kia Ceed consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Kia Ceed could require 255 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Kia Ceed consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class.
Fuel tank capacity: 53 litres50 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 960 km in combined cycle1310 km in combined cycle
1170 km on highway1510 km on highway
760 km with real consumption890 km with real consumption
Mercedes A class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Engine production duration: 15 years13 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Hyundai i30, Hyundai Accent, Kia VengaInstalled on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes A class might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: yesno
The Kia Ceed engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Mercedes A klase 2012 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ...  More about Mercedes A klase 2012 1.5 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.31 m4.29 m
Width: 1.78 m1.78 m
Height: 1.43 m1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. Kia Ceed is 2 cm longer than the Mercedes A class, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 380 litres341 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1157 litres
Kia Ceed has more luggage capacity.
Kia Ceed has 39 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes A class.
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Kia Ceed is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class, which means Kia Ceed can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`9401`960
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

high
Mercedes A class has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Kia Ceed has serious deffects in 100 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 540010 200
Pros and Cons: Kia Ceed has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
Mercedes A klase has
  • timing belt engine
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • fewer faults
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