Kia Xceed reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Kia Xceed is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 93 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 305 of 442, and 13.5% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is wipers (5.3% of tests).
Ranked 305 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 12,012 Kia Xceeds aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 13.5% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Kia Xceed is 8% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 13.0% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
13.5%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
13.0%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,500
Typical age at test: 3 years
Kia Xceed MOT failure rate by age
Most common Kia Xceed MOT faults
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.3% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.5% of tests
- Condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.2% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick0.9% of tests
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn0.7% of tests
- Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid0.6% of tests
What the Kia Xceed fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 6.1% | ▲ 2.0× as often |
| Tyres | 5.0% | About average |
| Brakes | 1.7% | ▼ 11% less often |
| Lights and electrics | 1.0% | ▼ 63% less often |
| Suspension | 0.9% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Body and structure | 0.4% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 0.4% | ▼ 39% less often |
| Wheels | 0.1% | ▼ 37% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.1% | ▼ 82% less often |
| Steering | 0.1% | ▼ 62% less often |
What MPG does the Kia Xceed do?
Official economy for the Kia Xceed ranges from 40.4 to 55.4mpg across the 43 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2021–2025). A typical petrol version manages 44.8mpg and a typical diesel 53.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Kia Xceed first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates).
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Official figures for 43 versions sold in the UK between 2021 and 2025.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol, Plug-in hybrid
Official economy
40.4–55.4 mpg
CO2
32–159 g/km
Power
88–180 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XCeed 'Pure' 1.0 T-GDi 113 bhp MT6 MHEV115 PS · MT6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 47 mpg | 135g | £200 | 33% |
| XCeed 'Pure' 1.0 T-GDi 113 bhp DCT7 MHEV115 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 46.3 mpg | 137g | £200 | 33% |
| XCeed 'GT-Line' 1.0 T-GDi 113 bhp MT6 MHEV115 PS · MT6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 47 mpg | 137g | £200 | 33% |
| XCeed 'GT-Line' 1.0 T-GDi 113 bhp DCT7 MHEV115 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 46.3 mpg | 139g | £200 | 33% |
| XCeed 'GT-Line S' 1.0 T-GDi 113 bhp DCT7 MHEV115 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 45.5 mpg | 140g | £200 | 34% |
| Xceed '2' 1.5 T-GDI 138bhp MT6139 PS · MT6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 46.3 mpg | 137g | £200 | 33% |
| Xceed 'GT-Line' 1.5 T-GDI 138bhp MT6139 PS · MT6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 44.8 mpg | 142g | £200 | 34% |
| Xceed 'GT-Line' 1.5 T-GDI 138bhp DCT7139 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 44.8 mpg | 142g | £200 | 34% |
| Xceed '3' 1.5 T-GDI 138bhp MT6139 PS · MT6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 44.8 mpg | 142g | £200 | 34% |
| Xceed '3' 1.5 T-GDI 138bhp DCT7139 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 44.8 mpg | 142g | £200 | 34% |
| Xceed 'GT-Line S' 1.5 T-GDI 138bhp DCT7139 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 44.8 mpg | 144g | £200 | 34% |
| XCeed 'GT-Line S' 1.6 T-GDi 177 bhp DCT7180 PS · DCT7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 42.1 mpg | 152g | £200 | 36% |
| XCeed "2' 1.0 T-GDi 118bhp88 PS · MT6 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 47.1 mpg | 135g | £200 | 33% |
| XCeed "2' 1.0 T-GDi 118bhp ADAP88 PS · MT6 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 47.1 mpg | 135g | £200 | 33% |
| XCeed Connect 1.0 T-GDi 118bhp 6-speed manual ISG88 PS · MT6 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 47.1 mpg | 136g | £200 | 33% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 43 versions.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Kia Xceed reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Kia Xceed is 8% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 93 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Kia Xceed?
The most common MOT fault is “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively”, found in 5.3% of tests. It fails on visibility more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Kia Xceed do?
Official economy for the Kia Xceed ranges from 40.4 to 55.4mpg across the 43 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2021–2025). A typical petrol version manages 44.8mpg and a typical diesel 53.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Kia Xceed?
Any Kia Xceed first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates).
›How many Kia Xceeds fail their MOT?
13.5% of Kia Xceeds aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 13.0% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Kia Xceed combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.