{{Short description|Small family car produced by Kia}} {{Use dmy dates|date=May 2023}} {{Use British English|date=March 2025}} {{Infobox automobile | name = Kia Ceed | image = 2018 Kia Ceed First Edition 1.4 Front.jpg | caption = 2018 Kia Ceed First Edition (UK) | manufacturer = [[Kia]] | aka = Kia Cee'd (2006–2018) | production = 2006–present | assembly = {{ubl | Slovakia: [[Žilina]] ([[Kia Motors Slovakia|KMS]]) }} | class = [[Compact car]]/[[small family car]] ([[C-segment|C]]) | layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]] | predecessor = [[Kia Spectra]] | successor = [[Kia K4|Kia K4 Hatchback / Sportswagon]] (For Ceed & Ceed SW) | related = [[Hyundai i30]] }} The '''Kia Ceed''' (known as the '''Kia Cee'd''' before 2018) is a [[compact car]]/[[small family car]] ([[C-segment]]) produced by the South Korean manufacturer [[Kia]] From 2006 exclusively for the European market.

It is the first Kia vehicle to be designed entirely in Europe and tailored to European customers. To mark the occasion, Kia took the initials of the [[European Economic Community]], EEC or CEE in several languages and added ED for European Design. Realizing that "CEEED" had too many ‘E's, they replaced the last 'E' with an apostrophe, with 'Cee'd' being the end result. From 2018 to 2026 the Ceed name does not include an apostrophe. The initials now mean "Community of Europe, with European Design".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://press.kia.com/ie/en/home/media-resouces/press-kits/products/2018/Ceed-Press-Kit.html|title = The new Kia Ceed}}</ref> The model has been manufactured at the [[List of Kia design and manufacturing facilities#Žilina Plant|Kia Motors Slovakia]] assembly plant in [[Žilina]] since October 2006.<ref>{{cite web|date=8 June 2016|title=Kia Motors Slovakia celebrates its 10th anniversary|url=https://spectator.sme.sk/c/20185282/kia-motors-slovakia-celebrates-its-10th-anniversary.html|access-date=20 January 2020|work=SME}}</ref> The Ceed replaced the [[Kia Cerato|Cerato]] which had little success in Europe.

The Ceed was first unveiled on 28 September 2006 at the [[2006 Paris Motor Show|Paris Motor Show]]. In mid-2007, a station wagon version called the '''Cee'd sw''' was launched followed by the three-door '''Pro Cee'd''' in late 2007. From 2009 to 2010, Kia dropped the apostrophe of the Pro Cee'd and changed the model name to '''Pro Ceed'''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=How Many Left? |url=https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/browse/kia/kia_ceed |access-date=2023-09-15 |website=www.howmanyleft.co.uk |archive-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220522174032/https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/browse/kia/kia_ceed |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=How Many Left? |url=https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/browse/kia/kia_pro_ceed |access-date=2023-09-15 |website=www.howmanyleft.co.uk |archive-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220522180045/https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/browse/kia/kia_pro_ceed |url-status=dead }}</ref> The second generation of the Cee'd was presented at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2012|2012 Geneva Motor Show]]. At the [[Geneva Motor Show#2018|2018 Geneva Motor Show]], Kia presented the third generation Ceed. In early 2019, a [[shooting brake]] version of the Ceed was launched, called the '''Proceed'''.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Kia Proceed review |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/kia/proceed |access-date=2023-09-15 |website=Autocar |language=en}}</ref> In June 2019, Kia also unveiled the '''XCeed''', a crossover SUV version of the car.

{{As of|2023}}, the Ceed is positioned between the [[Kia K3 (BL7)|K3]] [[supermini]] ([[B-segment]]) and the [[Kia K5|K5]] [[Mid-size car|large family]] car ([[D-segment]]).

{{As of|2026|1||bare=}}, the Ceed hatchback, Ceed Sportswagon and Proceed are replaced by the [[Kia K4|K4]] hatchback and sportswagon, while the XCeed SUV will be continued on production.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lopez |first=Jose Antonio |date=2025-07-07 |title=KIA XCEED to Receive 2nd Facelift with Star Map Headlights |url=https://thekoreancarblog.com/kia-xceed-to-receive-2nd-facelift-with-star-map-headlights/ |access-date=2026-01-14 |website=Korean Car Blog |language=en-US}}</ref>__TOC__ {{Clear}}

=={{anchor|ED|first}}First generation (ED; 2006)== {{Infobox automobile | name = First generation | image = 2008 Kia Cee'd SR-7 1.6 Front.jpg | caption = Kia Cee'd (pre-facelift) | model_code = ED | production = 2006–2012 | assembly = [[Slovakia]]: [[Žilina]] ([[List of Kia design and manufacturing facilities#Žilina Plant|Kia Motors Slovakia]]) | designer = Gregory Guillaume<br />[[Miklós Kovács (automobile designer)|Miklós Kovács]] | body_style = 3-door [[hatchback]] (Pro Cee'd)<br />5-door hatchback<br />5-door [[station wagon]] (Cee'd SW) | platform = [[Hyundai-Kia J platforms#J4|Hyundai-Kia J4 platform]] | related = {{ubl | [[Kia Forte#TD|Kia Forte/Cerato (TD)]] | [[Hyundai i30#FD|Hyundai i30 (FD)]] | [[Hyundai Elantra#HD|Hyundai Elantra (HD)]] }} | engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 1.4 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FA|''Gamma'']] [[CVVT]] [[Straight-four engine|I4]] | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FC|''Gamma'']] CVVT I4 | 2.0 L [[Hyundai Beta engine#G4GC|''Beta II'']] CVVT I4 | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:''' | 1.6 L [[Hyundai U engine#D4FB|''U'']] [[CRDi]]-[[Variable-geometry turbocharger|VGT]] I4 ([[turbo diesel]]) | 2.0 L [[Hyundai D engine#D4EA|''D'']] CRDi-VGT I4 ([[turbo]]) }} | transmission = 5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />6-speed manual<br />4-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]] | wheelbase = {{cvt|2650|mm|in|1}} | length = {{cvt|4240|mm|in|1}}<br />{{cvt|4250|mm|in|1}} (Pro cee'd)<br />{{cvt|4470|mm|in|1}} (cee'd SW) | width = {{cvt|1790|mm|in|1}} | height = {{cvt|1480|mm|in|1}}<br />{{cvt|1450|mm|in|1}} (Pro cee'd)<br />{{cvt|1530|mm|in|1}} (cee'd SW) | weight = {{cvt|1263|-|1572|kg|lb|0}} }} The Cee'd was designed in [[Frankfurt]], Germany, with [[Miklós Kovács (automobile designer)|Miklós Kovács]] leading the design team,<ref name=Sun>{{cite web|title=Kia plants a Hungarian cee'd|publisher=[[The Budapest Sun]]| first = Robin | last = Marshall|url=http://www.budapestsun.com/extras/Motoring_Focus_2007_March.pdf|date=19 April 2007|access-date=20 May 2008}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}</ref> while the concept car was designed by Pontus Fontaeus. The cee'd is developed on the same platform as the [[Hyundai i30]]. The first generation was available with a choice of four [[engine]]s (two [[petrol engine|petrol]] and two [[diesel engine|diesel]]), five [[car model|trim]] levels and either [[manual transmission|manual]] or [[automatic transmission]].

There were three trim levels available: LX, EX, TX. The flagship TX trim was equipped with semi leather seats, [[Michelin]] 225/45 tires with 17 inch alloy wheels and rear parking sensors. All versions have six airbags as standard, active front headrests, height-adjustable headrests, pretensioners, ABS, EBD, BA, and a reinforced structure of the cabin. Upon release on the market, the [[warranty]] is one of the most extensive and longest in Europe with seven years or 150,000&nbsp;km for the powertrain and five years for the entire vehicle.

Approximately 646,300 units of the first-generation Cee'd were produced.

===Body styles=== '''Kia Pro_cee'd'''

The Pro_cee'd is the sports version of the Kia Cee'd, with a 3-door body and a new rear-end design. The concept car was showcased for first time at the Paris Motor Show in 2006. Apart from the three-door hatchback body, the car is given a lower stance compared to the original 5-door Cee'd as it is 5&nbsp;cm lower and 5&nbsp;cm longer. The official pictures of the production version were released in July 2007.<ref>[http://www.quattroruote.it/news/articolo.cfm?codice=102103 Immagine di Quattroruote] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070928071657/http://www.quattroruote.it/news/articolo.cfm?codice=102103|date= 28 September 2007 }}</ref><ref>[http://www.quattroruote.it/news/articolo.cfm?codice=100874 Immagine di Quattroruote] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070928071850/http://www.quattroruote.it/news/articolo.cfm?codice=100874| date= 28 September 2007 }}</ref>

'''Kia Cee'd Sportswagon'''

The Cee'd Sportswagon is the [[station wagon]] of the Cee'd. It is the only version that features the 2.0-litre CRDi engine. The claimed boot space is {{cvt|534|L|cuft|1}} with the rear seats unfolded and {{cvt|1664|L|cuft|1}} with the seats folded down.

===Pre-facelift=== <gallery widths="200" heights="150"> File:2008 Kia Cee'd SR-7 1.6 Rear.jpg|Kia Cee'd (pre-facelift) File:Kia cee'd sw isg EX – Heckansicht, 13. Februar 2011, Mettmann.jpg|Kia Cee'd SW (pre-facelift) File:Kia pro cee'd 2.0 TX Granadagelb.JPG|Kia Pro_cee'd (pre-facelift) File:Kia pro cee'd 2.0 TX Granadagelb Heck.JPG|Kia Pro_cee'd (pre-facelift) File:Kia pro cee'd 2.0 TX Granadagelb Interieur.JPG|Interior </gallery>

===Facelift=== In September 2009, the facelifted model was unveiled at the 63rd [[International Motor Show Germany|Frankfurt Motor Show]]. While the five-door and the station wagon were given an updated front and rear design, including the Kia's new corporate grille called the [[Kia Motors#Design emphasis|Tiger Nose]], technical revisions and minor changes in the interior, the three-door version exterior was not updated.<ref>{{cite web|title=Erwischt: ''Kia cee'd'' bekommt ein Facelift | trans-title = Caught: Kia cee'd gets a facelift | website= Motor1.com | url = http://de.motor1.com/news/163505/erwischt-kia-testet-den-uberarbeiteten-ceed/ | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210113181616/https://de.motor1.com/news/163505/erwischt-kia-testet-den-uberarbeiteten-ceed/ | archive-date=13 January 2021 | first = Roland | last = Hildebrandt | language = de | date=29 June 2009}}</ref><ref name="Facelift">{{cite web|title=Frischer ''Kia cee'd'': Erstes Bild vom Facelift freigegeben|periodical=Auto-News Online-Ausgabe|url=http://auto-news.de/auto/news/anzeige_Frischer-Kia-Ceed-Erstes-Bild-vom-Facelift-freigegeben_id_24796|language=de|access-date=20 January 2010|date=13 July 2009|archive-date=2 April 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160402005331/http://www.auto-news.de/auto/news/anzeige_frischer-kia-ceed-erstes-bild-vom-facelift-freigegeben_id_24796|url-status=dead}}</ref>

<gallery widths="200" heights="133"> File:Kia cee'd 1.4 CVVT LX Facelift front 20100617.jpg|Facelift Kia Cee'd (front) File:Kia cee'd 1.4 CVVT LX Facelift rear 20100617.jpg|Facelift Kia Cee'd (rear) File:2010 Kia Cee'd 3 Estate facelift 1.6 Rear.jpg|Facelift Kia Cee'd SW File:Kia cee'd SW Facelift interior - GMS 2009.jpg|Facelift interior </gallery>

===Safety=== The Kia Cee'd earned a [[Euro NCAP]] 5 star safety rating for adult occupants for the pre 2009 model.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/kia/cee'd.aspx |title=For safer cars &#124; Kia Cee'd |publisher=Euro NCAP |access-date=1 August 2009}}</ref> It is also fitted with six airbags (including curtain airbags) as standard even in countries like [[Ukraine]] where safety options were usually stripped in comparison with other countries.{{Citation needed|date=April 2017}}

The Euro NCAP results also showed that the dashboard can become a threat to the driver and passenger's knees in the event of a front collision, despite having 6 airbags in the car and the Cee'd also scored the maximum available points for the side impact and pole tests.{{Citation needed|date=April 2017}}{{Euro NCAP|year=2007|reference=https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/8780/euroncap_kia_ceed_2007_5stars.pdf|reference_name=Kia Cee'd 2007 Results|description=Kia Cee'd 1.6 GLS (LHD)|adult_stars=5|adult_score=34|child_stars=4|child_score=37|pedestrian_score=11|pedestrian_stars=2}}

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=={{anchor|JD|second}}Second generation (JD; 2012)== {{Infobox automobile | name = Second generation | image = Kia cee'd 1.6 CRDi 128 Spirit (JD) – Frontansicht, 11. April 2015, Düsseldorf.jpg | caption = Kia Cee'd hatchback (pre-facelift) | model_code = JD | production = 2012–2018 | assembly = Slovakia: [[Žilina]] ([[List of Kia design and manufacturing facilities#Žilina Plant|Kia Motors Slovakia]])<br />Russia: [[Kaliningrad]] ([[Avtotor]])<ref>{{Cite web|title=Где собирают Киа Сид для России и Европы|trans-title=Where the Kia Ceed is made for Russia and Europe|url=https://kiaportal.ru/gde-delayut-kia-ceed-dlya-rossii-i-evropy/|access-date=1 June 2021|language=ru-RU|archive-date=31 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211031110734/https://kiaportal.ru/gde-delayut-kia-ceed-dlya-rossii-i-evropy/|url-status=dead}}</ref> | designer = [[Peter Schreyer]] | body_style = 3-door [[hatchback]] (Pro Cee'd)<br />5-door hatchback<br />5-door [[station wagon]] (Cee'd SW) | platform = [[Hyundai-Kia J platforms#J5|Hyundai-Kia J5 platform]] | related = {{ubl | [[Kia Forte#YD|Kia Forte/Cerato (YD)]] | [[Hyundai i30#GD|Hyundai i30 (GD)]] | [[Hyundai Elantra#MD|Hyundai Elantra (MD/UD)]] }} | engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 1.0 L [[Hyundai Kappa engine#G3LC|''Kappa II'']] [[Turbocharger|T]]-[[Gasoline direct injection|GDi]] [[Straight-three engine|I3]] | 1.4 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FA|''Gamma'']] [[Multi-point injection|MPi]] [[Straight-four engine|I4]] | 1.4 L [[Hyundai Kappa engine#G4LC|''Kappa II'']] MPi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FC|''Gamma'']] MPi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FD|''Gamma'']] GDi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FJ|''Gamma'']] T-GDi I4 | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:''' | 1.4 L [[Hyundai U engine#D4FC|''U II'']] CRDi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai U engine#D4FB|''U II'']] CRDi I4 }} | transmission = 6-speed manual<br />6-speed automatic<br />7-speed [[dual-clutch transmission|DCT]] | wheelbase = {{Convert|2650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = {{ubl | {{Convert|4310|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | {{Convert|4505|mm|in|abbr=on}} (SW) }} | width = {{ubl | {{Convert|1780|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} }} | height = {{ubl | {{Convert|1470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (hatchback) | {{Convert|1430|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Pro Cee'd) | {{Convert|1485|mm|in|abbr=on}} (SW) }} }} Making its worldwide premiere at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2012|2012 Geneva Motor Show]] is the all-new second-generation Cee'd (with internal code ''JD'') which is claimed to be more sophisticated, efficient, refined, better equipped with a more engaging driving experience than the first generation. The second-generation Cee'd is, however, significantly more expensive than the first generation and moves the Cee'd out of the "budget" market as noted by independent reviewers such as Honest John.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/kia/ceed-2012/?|title=KIA Cee'd 2012 - Car Review - Honest John|date=16 January 2015|work=honestjohn.co.uk}}</ref> With the new Cee'd, came Kia's first attempt of a [[hot hatch]] with the Pro Cee'd GT.

Approximately 647,700 units of the second-generation Cee'd were produced.

===Pre-facelift=== <gallery widths="200" heights="150"> File:Kia cee'd 1.6 CRDi 128 Spirit (JD) – Heckansicht, 11. April 2015, Düsseldorf.jpg|Kia Cee'd hatchback (pre-facelift) File:Kia cee'd sw 1.4 CVVT Edition 7 (EU) – Heckansicht, 26. Dezember 2013, Düsseldorf.jpg|Kia Cee'd SW 1.4 CVVT Edition 7 File:KiaCeedActive interno.jpg|Interior (pre-facelift) </gallery>

===Facelift=== First shown in June 2015, a facelifted model of the Cee'd went on sale in September of the same year.

<gallery widths="200" heights="133"> File:2016 Kia cee'd sw 3 ISG CRDi S-A 1.6 facelift Front.jpg|Kia Cee'd SW (facelift) File:2016 Kia cee'd sw 3 ISG CRDi S-A 1.6 facelift Rear.jpg|Kia Cee'd SW (facelift) File:2017 Kia Cee'd Interior.jpg|Interior (facelift) </gallery>

===Pro_Cee'd GT and Cee'd GT=== {{Multiple image | align = right | direction = vertical | width = 220 | image1 = Kia pro cee’d in Tallinn.jpg | image2 = 2014 Kia Pro Cee'd GT (14260810191) (2).jpg | caption2 = Kia Pro Cee'd GT }} Kia released the Pro_Cee'd GT in July 2013, while the 5-door Cee'd GT was released January 2014. The Pro_Cee'd GT is the company's first performance oriented car and the first European style "[[hot hatch]]" from a Korean manufacturer.<ref>[http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/kia-pro-ceed-gt-2013-06-24] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140220013232/http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/kia-pro-ceed-gt-2013-06-24||date=20 February 2014}}</ref> It would act as a [[halo model]] for the rest of the range.<ref name="telegraph.co.uk">{{cite web|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/car-manufacturers/kia/10144547/Kia-Pro-Ceed-GT-review.html|title=Kia Pro Cee'd GT review|author=Leo Wilkinson|date=28 June 2013|work=Telegraph.co.uk}}</ref> It is also the first Kia sold in the UK with a turbo-charged petrol engine.{{Citation needed|date=April 2017}}

The Pro_Cee'd GT uses a variant of the [[Hyundai Gamma engine|T-GDi Gamma engine]]. The engine in the Pro_Cee'd GT is the same as that used in the American market [[Hyundai Veloster Turbo]], but different gear ratios and more aggressive suspension have been used.{{Citation needed|date=November 2018}} The torque has also been increased to {{Convert|265|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}; though, where the standard T-GDi engine has all of its torque available between 1750 and 4500 rpm, the engine as used in the Pro_Cee'd GT has been altered slightly, having its full torque available between 1750 and 4600 rpm. The engine propels the car from 0-60&nbsp;mph (97&nbsp;km/h) in 7.4 seconds,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kia.co.uk/new-cars/range/mid-sized-cars/proceed-gt/specification/technical-specification.aspx|title=Kia pro_cee'd GT - Technical Specification - Kia Motors UK|work=kia.co.uk}}</ref> 0.4 seconds faster than the Veloster Turbo with the same engine (albeit a with a lower tune).{{Citation needed|date=April 2017}} The suspension in the GT has been modified over the standard Pro_Cee'd, giving a far more agile and sporting ride.{{Citation needed|date=April 2017}}

A body kit has been fitted to give the car a more muscular stance. The rear bumper now includes a splitter and twin exhausts, whilst the front introduces a large air intake with red pinstripe, a gloss black grille with silver GT badge and distinctive LED "Ice Cube" [[Daytime running lamp|daytime running lights]]—side skirts are also fitted. The car runs on 18-inch Alloy Wheels over the standard car's 17-inch wheels. The interior gains red accents including an overstitched GT badge on the bottom of the steering wheel, as well as Leather and Suede [[Recaro]] sports racing bucket seats and TFT instrument dial, allowing the driver to switch between an analogue speedometer and digital readout with boost pressure and torque meters.{{Citation needed|date=April 2017}}

===Safety=== {{Euro NCAP|year=2012|reference=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/kia/cee%27d/10933|reference_name=Kia Cee'd 2012 Results|overall_stars=5|adult_points=32.1|description=Kia Cee'd 1.4 MPI LX (LHD)|adult_percent=89|child_points=43|child_percent=88|pedestrian_points=22|pedestrian_percent=61|safety_percent=86|safety_points=6}}{{Clear}}

{{ANCAP |overall_stars=5 |year=2014 |reference_code=a6191d |description=Kia pro_cee'd all variants |frontal_offset=15.19/16 |side_impact=16/16 |pole=2/2 |seat_belt_reminders=3/3 |whiplash_protection=Good |pedestrian_protection=Adequate |electronic_stability_control=Standard }}

=={{anchor|CD|third}}Third generation (CD; 2018)== {{Infobox automobile | name = Third generation | image = 2019 Kia Ceed Blue Edition ISG S-A 1.4 Front.jpg | caption = 2019 Kia Ceed hatchback (pre-facelift) | model_code = CD | production = May 2018 – January 2026 (Ceed)<br>August 2018 – January 2026 (Ceed SW)<br>November 2018 – December 2024 (Proceed)<br>August 2019 – present (XCeed) | assembly = Slovakia: [[Žilina]] ([[List of Kia design and manufacturing facilities#Žilina Plant|Kia Motors Slovakia]])<br />Russia: [[Kaliningrad]] ([[Avtotor]])<ref>{{Cite web|title=АВТОТОР приступил к производству нового поколения KIA Ceed|trans-title=AVTOTOR started production of a new generation of KIA Ceed|url=http://www.avtotor.ru/news/674-avtotor-pristupil-k-proizvodstvu-novogo-pokoleniya-kia-ceed|access-date=1 June 2021|website=www.avtotor.ru}}</ref> | designer = [[Peter Schreyer]] | body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]<br />5-door [[station wagon]] (Ceed SW)<br />5-door [[shooting brake]] (Proceed)<br />5-door [[SUV]] (XCeed) | platform = [[Hyundai-Kia K platforms#K2|Hyundai-Kia K2 platform]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=MADE IN EUROPE: THE INNOVATIVE NEW KIA CEED|url=https://press.kia.com/eu/en/home/media-resouces/press-releases/2018/The_innovative_new_Kia_Ceed.html#:~:text=Constructed%20on%20Kia's%20new%20'K2,by%2020mm%20(now%20780mm).|access-date=|website=Kia Media|type=Press Release}}</ref> | related = [[Hyundai i30#Third generation (PD; 2016)|Hyundai i30 (PD)]]<br>[[Kia Forte#BD|Kia Forte/Cerato/K3 (BD)]] | engine = {{ubl | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 1.0 L [[Hyundai Kappa engine#G3LC|''Kappa II'']] T-GDi I3 | 1.0 L [[Hyundai Smartstream engine#G3LE|''Smartstream G1.0'']] T-GDi I3 | 1.4 L [[Hyundai Kappa engine#G4LD|''Kappa II'']] T-GDi I4 | 1.5 L [[Hyundai Smartstream engine#G4LH|''Smartstream G1.5'']] T-GDi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FG|''Gamma II'']] MPi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FJ|''Gamma II'']] T-GDi I4 | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:''' | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Smartstream engine#D4FE|''Smartstream D1.6'']] CRDi I4 | 1.6 L [[Hyundai Smartstream engine#D4FE|''Smartstream D1.6'']] CRDi I4 EcoDynamics+ (Mild Hybrid) }} | transmission = 6-speed manual<br />7-speed DCT | wheelbase = {{Convert|2650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = {{ubl | {{Convert|4310|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (hatchback) | {{Convert|4605|mm|in|abbr=on}} (Proceed) | {{Convert|4600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SW) | {{Convert|4395|mm|in|abbr=on}} (XCeed) }} | width = {{ubl | {{Convert|1800|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | {{Convert|1826|mm|in|abbr=on}} (XCeed) }} | height = {{ubl | {{Convert|1447|mm|in|abbr=on}} (hatchback) | {{Convert|1442|mm|in|abbr=on}} (Proceed) | {{Convert|1465|mm|in|abbr=on}} (SW) | {{Convert|1490|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (XCeed) }} | drivetrain = [[Mild Hybrid]] | successor = }}

The third-generation Ceed was announced in February 2018 and revealed ahead of the [[Geneva Motor Show#2018|2018 Geneva Motor Show]]. The estate version was announced in March and officially revealed at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. The production of the hatchback started in May 2018 and the car became available in June. The production of the estate version started in summer 2018.

A [[48-volt electrical system|48 volt]] [[mild hybrid]] diesel engine variant of the 1.6 Smartstream, called the 'EcoDynamics+', was added for the entire lineup in 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |title=48V mild-hybrid power and Kia's new intelligent Manual Transmission for Ceed model family |url=https://press.kia.com/eu/en/home/media-resouces/press-releases/2020/Kias_new_intelligent_Manual_Transmission_for_Ceed_model_family.html |access-date=2024-09-19 |website=press.kia.com |language=en}}</ref>

=== Pre-facelift === <gallery widths="200" heights="133"> File:2019 Kia Ceed Blue Edition ISG S-A 1.4 Rear.jpg|2019 Kia Ceed hatchback File:2018 Kia Ceed 3 SW CRDi ISG 1.6 Front.jpg|2018 Kia Ceed Sportswagon File:2018 Kia Ceed 3 SW CRDi ISG 1.6 Rear.jpg|2018 Kia Ceed Sportswagon File:Kia XCeed Leonberg 2019 IMG 0086.jpg|Interior </gallery>

=== Facelift === <gallery widths="200" heights="113"> File:Kia Ceed sw (2021) IMG 5804.jpg|Kia Ceed Sportswagon (facelift) File:Kia Ceed sw (2021) IMG 5806.jpg|Kia Ceed Sportswagon (facelift) File:Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDI DCT GT-line (III, Facelift) – f 19102025.jpg|Kia Ceed GT-Line (facelift) File:Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDI DCT GT-line (III, Facelift) – h 19102025.jpg|Kia Ceed GT-Line (facelift) File:Kia Ceed (2021) 1X7A7288.jpg|Kia Ceed GT File:Kia Ceed (2021) 1X7A7289.jpg|Kia Ceed GT </gallery>

=== Proceed === The Proceed is a [[shooting brake]] version of the Ceed launched in early 2019 for the European market.<ref name=":1" /> As of 2025, it is gradually being discontinued.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kia Proceed axed after 16 years on sale {{!}} Autocar |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/consumer/kia-proceed-axed-after-16-years-sale |access-date=2025-03-03 |website=www.autocar.co.uk |language=en}}</ref><gallery widths="190" heights="109"> File:2019 Kia Proceed GT ISG S-A 1.6 Front.jpg|2019 Kia Proceed (pre-facelift) File:2019 Kia Proceed GT ISG S-A 1.6 Rear.jpg|2019 Kia Proceed (pre-facelift) File:2022 Kia Proceed GT-Line ISG facelift 1.5.jpg|Kia Proceed (facelift) File:Kia Proceed GT IMG 6007.jpg|Kia Proceed (facelift) </gallery>

=== XCeed === In September 2019, Kia unveiled the '''XCeed''', a crossover SUV based on the third generation Ceed. On 18 July 2022, the first facelift was unveiled.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lopez |first=Jose Antonio |date=2022-07-18 |title=Kia Released XCEED Facelift |url=https://thekoreancarblog.com/kia-released-xceed-facelift/ |access-date=2026-05-04 |website=Korean Car Blog |language=en-US}}</ref> On 4 May 2026, the second facelift was unveiled.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lopez |first=Jose Antonio |date=2026-05-04 |title=Kia Officially Unveils the New XCeed: A Second Facelift for Kia's Best-selling Crossover |url=https://thekoreancarblog.com/kia-officially-unveils-the-new-xceed-a-second-facelift-for-kias-best-selling-crossover/ |access-date=2026-05-04 |website=Korean Car Blog |language=en-US}}</ref><gallery widths="190" heights="105"> File:Kia XCeed 1.5 T-GDI Xdition – f 15112025.jpg|Kia XCeed (pre-facelift) File:Kia XCeed 1.5 T-GDI Xdition – h 15112025.jpg|Kia XCeed (pre-facelift) File:Kia XCeed (2022) 1X7A6475.jpg|Kia XCeed (facelift) File:Kia XCeed (2022) 1X7A6476.jpg|Kia XCeed (facelift) </gallery>

=== Engines === {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:left; font-size:90%;" ! colspan="5" style="text-align:center" |Petrol engines |- !Model !Engine !Power !Torque !Transmissions |- |1.0 ''[[Hyundai Kappa engine#Kappa II GDi|Kappa II]]'' T-GDi<ref>{{Cite web|title=New Kia Ceed Specifications {{!}} Kia Motors UK|url=https://www.kia.com/uk/new-cars/ceed/specification/|access-date=14 June 2020|website=www.kia.com|language=en}}</ref> |rowspan=2|{{convert|998|cc||abbr=on}} [[Turbocharger|turbocharged]] [[Straight-three engine|I3]] |rowspan=2|{{convert|120|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,300 rpm |rowspan=2|{{convert|172|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500 rpm–4,000 rpm |rowspan=2|6-speed manual |- |1.0 ''[[Hyundai Smartstream engine#G3LE|Smartstream G1.0]]'' T-GDi |- |1.4 ''[[Hyundai Kappa engine#Kappa II GDi|Kappa II]]'' T-GDI<ref>{{Cite web|title=The New Kia XCeed Specifications {{!}} Kia Motors UK|url=https://www.kia.com/uk/new-cars/xceed/specification/|access-date=14 June 2020|website=www.kia.com|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Kia Ceed Sportswagon Specifications {{!}} Kia Motors UK|url=https://www.kia.com/uk/new-cars/ceed-sportswagon/specification/|access-date=14 June 2020|website=www.kia.com|language=en}}</ref> |{{convert|1353|cc||abbr=on}} turbocharged [[Straight-four engine|I4]] |{{convert|140|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,000 rpm |{{convert|242|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–3,200 rpm |6-speed manual<br />7-speed DCT |- |1.5 ''[[Hyundai Smartstream engine#G1.5T|Smartstream G1.5]]'' T-GDI |{{convert|1482|cc||abbr=on}} turbocharged I4 |{{convert|160|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,500 rpm |{{convert|253|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–3,500 rpm |6-speed manual<br />7-speed DCT |- |1.6 [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FG|''Gamma II'']] MPi |{{convert|1591|cc||abbr=on}} I4 |{{convert|130|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6000 rpm |{{convert|157|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,500–4,850 rpm |6-speed manual <br />6-speed automatic |- |1.6 [[Hyundai Gamma engine#G4FJ|''Gamma II'']] T-GDI<ref>{{Cite web|title=Kia ProCeed Specifications & Features {{!}} Kia Motors UK|url=https://www.kia.com/uk/new-cars/proceed/specification/|access-date=14 June 2020|website=www.kia.com|language=en}}</ref> |{{convert|1591|cc||abbr=on}} turbocharged I4 |{{convert|204|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,500 rpm |{{convert|265|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–4,500 rpm |7-speed [[Dual-clutch transmission|DCT]] |- ! colspan="5" style="text-align:center" |Diesel engines |- !Model !Engine !Power !Torque !Transmissions |- | rowspan="4" |1.6 L ''[[Hyundai Smartstream engine#D4FE|Smartstream D1.6]]'' CRDi [[Variable-geometry turbocharger|VGT]] | rowspan="4" |{{convert|1598|cc||abbr=on}} turbocharged I4 | rowspan="2" |{{convert|116|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 4,000 rpm |{{convert|280|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–2,750 rpm | rowspan="4" |6-speed manual<br />7-speed DCT |- |{{convert|300|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–2,750 rpm |- | rowspan="2" |{{convert|136|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 4,000 rpm |{{convert|280|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–3,000 rpm |- |{{convert|320|Nm|kgm lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,000–2,250 rpm |}

=== Safety === {{Euro NCAP|year=2019|reference=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/kia/cee%27d/37571|reference_name=Kia Ceed 2019 Results|overall_stars=4|adult_points=33.8|description=Kia Ceed 1.4 T-GDi 'EX' (LHD)|adult_percent=88|child_points=41.9|child_percent=85|pedestrian_points=25.2|pedestrian_percent=52|safety_percent=68|safety_points=8.9}}{{Clear}}

==Sales== The Cee'd became Kia's best selling European model from 2007 to 2011, then it was overtaken by the [[Kia Sportage|Sportage]], strongly outperforming sales of its predecessor, the [[Kia Cerato|Cerato]] and the previous best selling model, the [[Kia Picanto|Picanto]] — with sales of between 90,000 and 150,000 units per year.<ref>{{cite web|title=Best Selling Cars – Matt's blog » Europe|url=http://bestsellingcarsblog.com/category/europe/|publisher=Best Selling Cars|access-date=18 December 2013}}</ref><ref>Kia global sales announcements for {{usurped|1=[https://web.archive.org/web/20101227123732/https://www.kiajobsingeorgia.com/news/kia_release_2008-01-16.pdf 2007]}}, [http://www.kia.com/worldwide/about-kia/company/corporate-news-view.aspx?idx=423 2008], [http://www.kia.com/worldwide/about-kia/company/corporate-news-view.aspx?idx=484 2009], [http://www.kia.com/worldwide/about-kia/company/corporate-news-view.aspx?idx=536 2010], [http://www.kia.com/worldwide/about-kia/company/corporate-news-view.aspx?idx=591 2011], [http://www.kia.com/worldwide/about-kia/company/corporate-news-view.aspx?idx=642 2012] and [http://www.kia.com/worldwide/about-kia/company/corporate-news-view.aspx?idx=706 2013].</ref> In 2008, the cee'd represented 44% of Kia's total sales volumes in Europe.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Sales |first=ModelKia Car SalesKia Model |date=29 January 2014 |title=Kia Ceed European sales figures |url=https://carsalesbase.com/europe-kia-ceed/ |access-date=26 December 2021 |website=carsalesbase.com |language=en-US |archive-date=2 June 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230602152448/https://carsalesbase.com/europe-Kia-Ceed/ |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=22 December 2013|title=Kia Europe Sales Figures|url=https://carsalesbase.com/europe-kia/|access-date=26 December 2021|website=carsalesbase.com|language=en-US|archive-date=26 December 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211226204102/https://carsalesbase.com/europe-kia/|url-status=dead}}</ref> Sales benefited from the innovative seven years' warranty—the first such warranty ever to be offered on any vehicle marketed in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|title='New-look' for best-selling Kia cee'd range|url=http://www.kiapressoffice.com/Release/12033#|publisher=Kia Media Site|access-date=3 February 2014|date=10 August 2009}}</ref> {| class="wikitable" |+ ! rowspan="2" |Year ! colspan="2" |Europe<ref>{{Cite web |last= |title=Sales Results {{!}} IR Library {{!}} Kia Global Brand Site |url=https://worldwide.kia.com/int/company/ir/archive/sales-results |access-date=2024-03-30 |website=Kia |language=en}}</ref>{{Efn-lr|Includes EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland}} |- !Ceed !XCeed |- |2007 |71,952 | rowspan="12" | |- |2008 |112,373 |- |2009 |90,233 |- |2010 |87,616 |- |2011 |69,813 |- |2012 |79,471{{Efn-lr|Sales figures include both the ED and JD models.}} |- |2013 |82,794{{Efn-lr|Sales figures include both the ED and JD models.}} |- |2014 |75,960 |- |2015 |76,075 |- |2016 |77,787 |- |2017 |72,105 |- |2018 |75,479 |- |2019 |100,187 |10,599 |- |2020 |70,879 |43,880 |- |2021 |84,103 |50,805 |- |2022 |82,775 |53,074 |- |2023 |86,177 |43,531 |- |2024 |91,019 |38,348 |} {{Clear}}

==Concepts== [[File:Paris 2006 - Kia Proceed.JPG|thumb|right|Kia Pro_cee'd Concept]]

;Kia Pro_cee'd At the [[International Motor Show Germany#2007|2007 Frankfurt Motor Show]], Kia unveiled the ''Pro_Cee'd'', The Show Car designed by Pontus Fontaeus, and began marketing the model in January 2008. The Pro_Cee'd is mechanically identical to the 5-door model but many body panels (sans the bonnet and front-wings) are new and do not carry over from the 5-door model. The first-generation Pro_Cee'd was often compared to the Audi A3 in terms of its appearance,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/carreviews/2750999/Kia-proceed-Wheels-of-desire.html|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090626001004/http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/carreviews/2750999/Kia-proceed-Wheels-of-desire.html|url-status=dead|archive-date=26 June 2009|title=Kia pro_cee'd: Wheels of desire|author=Roosevelt Joseph|date=29 February 2008|work=Telegraph.co.uk}}</ref> ''[[Auto Express]]'' calling it a "bargain Audi A3".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/kia/proceed|title=Kia Procee'd Review - Autocar|author=Hilton Holloway|work=autocar.co.uk}}</ref>

In 2013, Kia released the second-generation Pro_Cee'd. Unlike the previous generation, this car shares no body panels with the 5-door model. The new Pro_Cee'd has been continually praised in reviews for its looks, with a more coupé-like appearance, more sporting stance, lower suspension (by 40&nbsp;mm) and a smaller front grille.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/proceed|title=Kia Pro_cee'd Review - Auto Express|work=Auto Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/kia/proceed/road-test/1.6-gdi-s-driven|title=Car review: Kia Proceed 1.6 GDI S driven - road test - BBC Top Gear|author=Top Gear|work=BBC Top Gear|access-date=16 July 2013|archive-date=1 June 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130601174051/http://www.topgear.com/uk/kia/proceed/road-test/1.6-gdi-s-driven|url-status=dead}}</ref> The car has, however, gained some criticism; it excels at comfort and refinement like the standard Cee'd, but its suspension and steering are not considered at all sporty, its setup favouring the aforementioned comfort.

[[File:Kia Proceed, IAA 2017, Frankfurt (1Y7A3317).jpg|thumb|Kia ProCeed Concept 2017]] In 2017, Kia released a concept for the third-generation ProCeed. This time as a shooting brake version of the Ceed.

;Kia Ex_cee'd [[File:Kia ex ceed concept.jpg|thumb|right|Kia Ex_cee'd Concept]] Kia's Ex_cee'd [[Convertible|cabriolet]] [[concept car]] premiered at the [[Geneva International Motor Show#2007|77th Geneva International Motor Show]] in 2007 and was designed by Pontus Fontaeus. Based on the three-door Cee'd [[hatchback]] (Pro_cee'd), the Ex_cee'd shares the same [[Automobile platform|platform]], but features different exterior panels and an electric folding fabric roof.

;Kia Eco_cee'd Kia revealed a concept of its Pro_cee'd line, with improved aerodynamics and [[mild hybrid]] engine tuning to their diesel engine, under the name "Eco_cee'd". The concept models were fitted with ISG (Idle Stop&Go) and regenerative braking.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.zercustoms.com/news/2008-Kia-ECO-ceed.html |title=2008 Kia ECO ceed |publisher=ZerCustoms |access-date=1 August 2009}}</ref>

;Hybrid version Kia previewed a hybrid Cee'd concept at the [[2008 Paris Motor Show]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080926.003/kia-debuts-ceed-and-soul-hybrid-concepts-in-paris |title=Kia Debuts Cee'd and Soul Hybrid Concepts in Paris |publisher=Worldcarfans |access-date=1 August 2009}}</ref> and operates an evaluation fleet of {{clarify|date=February 2013}} in Europe<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.kia-world.net/index.php/2008/09/23/kia-ceed-gasoline-electric-hybrid/ |title=Kia cee'd gasoline-electric hybrid &#124; Kia-World blog :: Kia Owners Forums |publisher=Kia-world.net |access-date=1 August 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090910063743/http://www.kia-world.net/index.php/2008/09/23/kia-ceed-gasoline-electric-hybrid |archive-date=10 September 2009 |url-status=dead }}</ref>&mdash;with the hybrid models featuring an electric motor, powered by a high-voltage battery mounted behind the rear seats.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carenthusiast.com/reviews.html?mode=article&id=2965 |title=Car reviews &#124; Kia cee'd hybrid &#124; Kia sows hybrid cee'd &#124; by Car Enthusiast |publisher=Carenthusiast.com |date=18 September 2008 |access-date=1 August 2009}}</ref> {{Clear}}

==In popular culture== [[File:2010 Kia Cee'd 2 Top Gear GR24.jpg|thumb|Kia Cee'd used in [[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]]] On 27 June 2010, the Kia Cee'd was revealed as the new reasonably priced car for the "[[Star in a Reasonably Priced Car|Star in a Reasonably-Priced Car]]" segment of the top-rated UK television programme ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'', where presenter [[Jeremy Clarkson]] incorrectly and persistently pronounces the name as "Cee-apostrophe-d" and describes it as "the only car with an apostrophe ''in'' its name."<ref>[http://www.topgear.com/uk/track-guide?LapType=Kia-Ceed Our Guide to the Top Gear Track] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140416191443/http://www.topgear.com/uk/track-guide?LapType=Kia-Ceed |date=16 April 2014 }} - Top Gear</ref> The version used had a [[kerb weight]] upwards of 1,263&nbsp;kg,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kia.co.uk/New-Cars/Range/Mid-Sized/Ceed/Specification/Technical-Specification.aspx |title=cee'd Technical Specification &#124; Kia Motors UK |publisher=Kia.co.uk |access-date=24 April 2011}}</ref> and was priced at {{Currency|13,930|GBP}}.<ref>{{cite web|last=Beissmann |first=Tim |url=http://www.caradvice.com.au/72071/kia-ceed-top-gears-new-reasonably-priced-car/ |title=Kia cee'd Top Gear's new Reasonably Priced Car &#124; Car Advice &#124; Reviews |publisher=Car Advice |date=29 June 2010 |access-date=24 April 2011}}</ref> The car was eventually replaced in [[Top Gear (series 20)|Series 20]] by a [[Vauxhall Astra]]. [[Top Gear (series 19)|''Top Gear'' dented several Cee'ds]] in a game of car [[Rugby football|rugby]] in 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.topgear.com/videos/jeremy-clarkson/car-rugby-part-12-series-19-episode-4 |title=Car rugby part 1/2 (Series 19, Episode 4)|work=Top Gear|date=31 October 2013|access-date=20 October 2016}}</ref>

==Motorsport== The Kia Cee'd has been homologated for [[TCR International Series|TCR-specification series]] and is manufactured and supplied by Austrian company [[STARD (auto racing)|STARD]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://stard.at/2016/10/29/stard-officially-unveils-kforce-kia-ceed-tcr/|title=STARD officially unveils K:Force Kia Cee'd TCR|publisher=STARD.at|access-date=24 February 2017|archive-date=22 February 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170222195905/http://stard.at/2016/10/29/stard-officially-unveils-kforce-kia-ceed-tcr/|url-status=dead}}</ref> Kia will run a factory-supported team in the [[Scandinavian Touring Car Championship]] in 2017.

The Pro Cee'd serves as an official [[safety car]] in [[Poland]]'s Kia Lotos Race, a racing organization created by Kia Motors Polska and [[Grupa Lotos]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.kialotosrace.pl/ |title=Kia Lotos Race |publisher=Kia Motors Polska |access-date=25 May 2017}}</ref>

==Outside Europe== [[File:Kia Ceed SW modified to Sber Autotech (front view).jpg|thumb|Kia Ceed SW modified for autopilot by Sber AutoTech]] The Cee'd was being initially available only in the markets of Europe, Israel and South Africa.

In Russia and Kazakhstan, the first two generations of Cee'd were sold alongside the [[Kia Forte]].

Kia began selling Cee'd models in Morocco since 2010. As of 2020, Kia still sells Cee'd models in Morocco, alongside the Kia Cerato.

In 2014, the Pro_Cee'd GT was being sold in [[Israel]], [[Australia]] and [[New Zealand]]. In 2015, Kia Australia announced that the Pro_Cee'd GT would no longer be offered in 2016, registering just 746 units over the two years on sale.

== Reception == *''[[Auto Express]]'' – New Car Honours – Special Honour for seven-year warranty<ref name="kia.co.uk">{{cite web|url=http://www.kia.co.uk/awards.asp |title=Ceed Awards &#124; Kia Motors UK |publisher=Kia.co.uk |access-date=1 August 2009}}</ref> *[[Autocar (magazine)|''Autocar'']] – 'Idea of the Year' for Cee'd seven-year warranty<ref name="kia.co.uk"/> *''What Diesel Car?'' – Hatchback of the year<ref name="kia.co.uk"/> *''Towcar awards 2007''<ref name="kia.co.uk"/> *''Camping Fritid'' (Danish Camping magazine, from DCU) – Camping car of the year 2007 * UK survey, Cee'd ranked in first place in the Driver Power's Compact Family category to beat out Volkswagen, Toyota, Fiat and other notable competitors in the segment. Driver Power is Auto Express's car owner reliability and satisfaction survey which presents the frank and honest views of drivers in the UK.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://newswire.ytn.co.kr/newsRead.php?md=A01&tm=1&no=399478 |title=24 HOUR NEWS CHANNEL ::::::::::::::::::::: YTN (와이티엔) |publisher=Newswire.ytn.co.kr |date=15 April 2009 |access-date=1 August 2009 }}{{dead link|date=September 2017 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> * ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' named it runner up in their car of the year award for 2009 (broadcast 3 January 2010). They then named it as their new "reasonably priced car" from series 15 to series 20. * German auto magazine ''ACE Lenkrad'', Kia Cee'd surpassed the Toyota Auris and the Volkswagen Golf.<ref>{{cite web|author=Chosun.com |url=http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200707/200707030024.html |title=Digital Chosunilbo (English Edition) : Daily News in English About Korea |publisher=English.chosun.com |date=3 July 2007 |access-date=1 August 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090726111244/http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200707/200707030024.html |archive-date=26 July 2009 }}</ref> * German auto magazine ''[[Autobild]]'', Cee'd was rated higher than the Toyota Auris, Citroen C4 and Honda Civic.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.kia-forums.com/other-kia-models/39542-new-award-kia-ceed-netherlands.html |title=New award for Kia Cee'd in the Netherlands - Kia Forum |publisher=Kia-forums.com |access-date=1 August 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080829105349/http://www.kia-forums.com/other-kia-models/39542-new-award-kia-ceed-netherlands.html |archive-date=29 August 2008 |url-status=dead }}</ref> * Austrian auto magazine ''Autotouring'' (2007.4); Cee'd was rated above Toyota Auris, Volkswagen Golf, Mazda 3.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autotouring.at/archiv/2007/04/29303.html |title= Punktlandung | trans-title = Point landing | language = de | publisher = Autotouring.at | first = Christian | last = Stich | url-status=dead | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20090726053827/http://www.autotouring.at/archiv/2007/04/29303.html | archive-date=26 July 2009 }}</ref> * Danish auto magazine ''Motor'', Kia Cee'd is the first car to ever earn the 6-out-of-6 rating. * Swedish magazine ''Vi Bilägare'' found in the yearly long-distance test (one year, 40 000&nbsp;km; 25,000 miles) that Kia Cee´d had the highest second-hand value among all cars the magazine had tested through the years. * German car magazine ''[[Autobild]]'' tested the Kia Cee'd during 100,000&nbsp;km (60,000 miles). Just a few flaws, ranked as high.<ref>[http://www.autobild.de/artikel/dauertest-kia-cee-d_1030581.html Der cee'd ist garantiert solide]{{in lang|de}}AUTO BILD 2009</ref> * France's motoring publication ''L'Automobile Magazine'', The Kia Cee'd won a 2009 quality/reliability survey in the compact-car category.<ref>[http://www.samar.pl/__/__la/en/__ac/sec,4/new/52137/__Kia-cee%E2%80%99d-wins-French-quality-reliability-survey.html Kia Cee’d wins French reliability survey] {{webarchive|url=https://archive.today/20120919183434/http://www.samar.pl/__/__la/en/__ac/sec,4/new/52137/__Kia-cee%E2%80%99d-wins-French-quality-reliability-survey.html |date=19 September 2012 }} 2 April 2009. SAMAR</ref>

== Notes == {{Notelist-lr}}

==References== {{Reflist|30em}}

==External links== {{Commons category}} *{{Official website|https://www.kia.com/uk/new-cars/xceed/}} (UK, Xceed) * {{imcdb vehicle|make=Kia|model=Ceed|Kia Ceed}}

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