Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi vs Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 8.4 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Power winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 160 hp Runner-up: 130 hp
Cargo winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 395 L Runner-up: 267 L
Price winner Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo $23,200 Runner-up: $25,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi against the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.4 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the higher listed output at 160 hp; 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo is rated at 130 hp, a difference of 30 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi at 253 Nm and 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo at 230 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo has the lower recorded consumption at 5.8 L/100km; 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is listed at 6.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 395 litres versus 267 litres, a difference of 128 litres. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is 250 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo has the lower listed starting price at $23,200, compared with $25,900 for 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.4 s8.7 s
Top Speed210 km/h208 km/h
Power160 hp130 hp
Torque253 Nm230 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank50 L44 L
Efficiency6.6 L/100km5.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions150 g/km132 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,310 mm4,060 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm139 mm
Cargo395 L267 L
Curb Weight1,355 kg1,195 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.5 m
Starting MSRP$25,900$23,200

Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi vs Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.4 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 208 km/h (129 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has more power at 160 hp, a 30 hp advantage over 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has more listed cargo space at 395 litres (13.9 cu ft), versus 267 litres (9.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is heavier at 1,355 kg (2,987 lb), while 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo is listed at 1,195 kg (2,635 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $23,200 USD, compared with $25,900 USD for 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.