New Kia Ceed in-depth review: time to swap that SUV?

The new Kia Ceed has received a minor midlife refresh, with an updated design and a wider array of colours and wheel designs. While the updated model may not look too different from the old car, it’s designed to keep the Ceed competitive with rivals like the Ford Focus, SEAT Leon and VW Golf. It’s still keen and agile to drive, with a choice of economical petrol and diesel engines. Inside, the updates have also improved the interior, giving it a more premium feel. But with nearly all of its closest rivals packing advanced technology and equally frugal engines, can the Ceed compete? Nicola puts it to the test to find out.

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00:00 - Introduction
01:46 - Engines
02:10 - Interior and technology
03:52 - Trim levels and specifications
04:23 - Driving, performance and economy
06:47 - Boot space
07:38 - Rear seats
08:22 - Dealmakers and dealbreakers
09:14 - Verdict